Esther Olusuyi
Ancaster,ON
Summary
Accomplished Program Coordinator well-versed in running programming in high-stress environments, approaching problems impacting participants, and working with varying age and identity groups. Attentive to the needs of those in responsibility, and good with resource management and key decision-making. Adept at identifying optimal curricula, developing lesson plans focused on continuous improvement with learning goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inclusion and Diversity Program Facilitator
Boys And Girls Club Of Hamilton
05.2023 - Current
- Facilitated activities that encouraged use of English to aid over 30 newly landed immigrants in improving their English language skills.
- Planned and led 15 weekend excursions around community that encouraged participants to form connections in Hamilton.
- Supported participants with transportation issues, and provided assistance to newcomer families based on their individual needs.
- Advocated for newcomer families and facilitated dialogue between participants and program workers to provide best possible program and individualized program.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by encouraging creation of positive relationships between participants despite language and cultural barriers
Summer Camp Counselor
Boys And Girls Club Of Hamilton
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Acted as positive role model and mentor to provide over 100 campers with constructive guidance to promote healthy habits and attitudes such as independence, clear communication, adaptability, and critical thinking.
- Worked with children of varying age, backgrounds, and developmental levels and fostered physical, social, and emotional growth within these groups.
- Organized group activities that encouraged collaboration, and encouraged participation by leading activities that catered to needs of campers.
Lets Get Moving Program Facilitator
Boys And Girls Club Of Hamilton
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Planned and facilitated mental, physical, and nutritional well-being activities in accordance with provided HWDSB curricula for 19 weeks, employing varied methods to maximize effectiveness and participation, whilst also meeting individual needs of participants.
- Frequently identified areas in need of improvement in physical health literacy, emotional wellbeing awareness and healthy eating habits to aid in my organization and development of program plans.
- Remained flexible throughout planning process from conception through execution on monthly timeline, and made necessary changes on a weekly basis based on observations of participant's progress.
- Tracked and reported progress of participants to team leads, ensuring accurate re-allocation of resources based on evolving program needs.
Store Associate
Canadian Tire
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Greeted and interacted with hundreds of customers, helped locate merchandise, answered questions about store policies, addressed customer concerns and suggested suitable options.
- Maintained tidy and organized store to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Monitored sales and merchandise displays for condition, taking necessary corrective action such as restocking, reorganizing, or updating promotion prices for products.
- Maintained organized department by handling and storing coupons and changing inventory numbers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science With Economics
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC05.2027
Skills
- Group Dynamics
- Community Outreach
- Community Leadership
- Curriculum and Program Design
- Program Coordination and Facilitator
- Schedule Coordination
- Behavior Management
- Microsoft Office Programs
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Timeline
Summer Camp Counselor
Boys And Girls Club Of Hamilton
07.2023 - 08.2023
Inclusion and Diversity Program Facilitator
Boys And Girls Club Of Hamilton
05.2023 - Current
Lets Get Moving Program Facilitator
Boys And Girls Club Of Hamilton
03.2023 - 06.2023
Store Associate
Canadian Tire
08.2021 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science With Economics
University of British Columbia
- First Aid/CPR Certified
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