Harjit Brar
Winnipeg,MB
Summary
Hardworking, dedicated and compassionate with 20 years of progressive experience in educational field on various positions. Solid knowledge in organizing and scheduling children's activities as well as measuring and monitoring their progressive. Demonstrated capacity to identify children, parents and staff needs also able to maintain composure in high stress situations. Love to work in a team but also able to work individually as well.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Assistant
Seven Oaks School Division
09.2020 - Current
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
- Organized and guided skills practice, research and memorization tasks for students.
- Created lesson materials, visuals and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Volunteer Work As A Class Teacher
Khalsa School At Sikh Society Of Manitoba
01.2016 - Current
- Help and guide new families in the new environment and find the programs and services according to need.
- Organize community groups and student camps.
- Help newcomer families and kids in the Canadian education system, especially those who have a language barrier.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods and strategies tailored to individual learning styles.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication and informative meetings, strengthening the home-school connection.
- Served on various school committees focused on curriculum development or improvement initiatives, demonstrating dedication to ongoing school-wide progress.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests, and assignments.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.
- Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Settlement Worker
Seven Oaks School Division
10.2022 - Current
- Help and guide new families in the new environment and find the programs and services according to needs.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing comprehensive support and guidance throughout the settlement process.
- Assisted clients in overcoming language barriers, leading to improved communication and better access to services.
- Developed culturally sensitive programs for diverse populations, promoting integration and fostering a sense of belonging within the community.
- Collaborated with local schools to develop tailored programs for newcomer students, enhancing their educational experience and outcomes.
- Improved client self-sufficiency by providing customized job search assistance, interview coaching, and resume development support.
- Organized community events to promote cross-cultural understanding among residents from different backgrounds.
- Coordinated and managed volunteer activities for community service projects.
- Coordinated services for emergency housing jobs and food assistance.
- Organize community groups and camps.
Educational Assistant
Winnipeg School Division
11.2020 - Current
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Child Care Worker
James Nisbet Nursery School
02.2015 - 03.2020
- Developed healthy relationships with several children to provide support and guidance in learning.
- Supported children's emotional and social development by encouraging positive self-concepts and understanding of others.
- Communicated with parents regarding child's behavior, daily activities and concerns.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling and collaboration with parents.
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
College Instructor
GN College,BPA
07.2001 - 11.2013
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Offered career assistance to students by conducting mock interviews, providing relevant job opportunities and teaching networking skills and strategies.
- Created positive and safe learning environment for students by setting and enforcing classroom code of conduct.
- Met with students to dispense study and career advice and provide guidance and potential opportunities within chosen field.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Education
University of Winnipeg
Winnipeg, MB03.2025
Associate of Arts - Master in History
Punjab University
CHD Punjab,India07.2007
Associate of Arts - Bachelor of Education
Punjab University
CHD Punjab,India07.2005
Associate of Arts - Master in Political Science
Punjab University
CHD Punjab,India07.2004
Skills
- Supervising Classroom Activities
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Potential knowledge to properly manage confidential and sensitive information
- Excellent verbal and written communication in different languages like English,Hindi and Punjabi
- Ability to work with diverse people who have varied needs and belong to different culture and backgrounds
- Well organized and have a great skill to create a welcoming,friendly environment that is necessary to carry out day-to-day responsibilities
- Expertise the needs and challenges of newcomers in Canada
Additional Information
Trainings / Certifacate
- First Aid / CPR Training
- Child Care Assistant Certificate
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training
- Employment Skills Training (From Manitoba Start Winnipeg)
- WEVAS Training
- Food Handling
Timeline
Settlement Worker
Seven Oaks School Division
10.2022 - Current
Educational Assistant
Winnipeg School Division
11.2020 - Current
Educational Assistant
Seven Oaks School Division
09.2020 - Current
Volunteer Work As A Class Teacher
Khalsa School At Sikh Society Of Manitoba
01.2016 - Current
Child Care Worker
James Nisbet Nursery School
02.2015 - 03.2020
College Instructor
GN College,BPA
07.2001 - 11.2013
Bachelor of Education - Education
University of Winnipeg
Associate of Arts - Master in History
Punjab University
Associate of Arts - Bachelor of Education
Punjab University
Associate of Arts - Master in Political Science
Punjab University