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De'Jan-Simone Brown

Toronto

Summary

Driven by a commitment to equity, inclusive leadership, and creating meaningful opportunities for all. Passionate about making an impact through purposeful work that uplifts communities, promotes collaboration, and values diverse perspectives.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Summer Camp Staff Member

Urban Promise
07.2025 - Current
  • Support a full-day (9–4) program for youth from Toronto housing communities in a safe, welcoming environment.
  • Mentor children daily, encouraging life skills, confidence, and leadership.
  • Lead activities, and supervise field trips with a focus on safety and engagement.
  • Walk campers home and build trust with families.
  • Represent Urban Promise values of leadership, service, and community.

SIT (Street Leader in Training) Captain

Urban Promise
07.2025 - Current
  • Supervise and mentor Grade 8 students in the SIT leadership development program.
  • Complete weekly growth evaluations and provide ongoing support.
  • Attend a week-long leadership camp at Camp Widjitiwin (Muskoka Woods).


Camp Counselor

Urban Promise
09.2024 - 05.2025
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills.

Seasonal Sales Associate

Toronto Zoo
07.2022 - 09.2024
  • Maintained clean, organized merchandise displays to support sales and enhance customer experience.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, following company policies and ensuring financial integrity.
  • Memorized menu items and identified allergens to provide fast, informed service.
  • Delivered friendly, professional customer service to ensure guest satisfaction.

Education

High School Diploma -

Agincourt Collegiate Institute
Toronto
06-2025

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

York University
Toronto, ON
05-2029

Skills

  • Child supervision
  • Multicultural sensitivity
  • Activity planning
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving

LANGUAGES

English Native speaker
French Highly proficient
Professional Working

Certificates

Be There Certificate ~ Jack.org

Issued Jul 2025

CPR Level-C/AED/First Aid ~ SAJE Vital Signs

Issued Apr 2024

Project and Portfolio Management, Customer Service,

Leadership Skill Training ~

Flashpoint Training & Leadership

Issued Feb 2024

Honours Certificate of Bilingual Studies in Extended French ~ TDSB

Jun 2025

Timeline

Summer Camp Staff Member

Urban Promise
07.2025 - Current

SIT (Street Leader in Training) Captain

Urban Promise
07.2025 - Current

Camp Counselor

Urban Promise
09.2024 - 05.2025

Seasonal Sales Associate

Toronto Zoo
07.2022 - 09.2024

High School Diploma -

Agincourt Collegiate Institute

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

York University

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