KASHAWNA MELANSON-WOMACK
Windsor,ON
Summary
Strong communicator with excellent organizational and time management skills. Efficiently manages multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines. Possesses excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think and act quickly to find creative solutions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Early childhood education assistant
SPARROW KIDZ SER
05.2020 - 03.2023
- ECA role in privately-owned Centre Programming/Activity Planning
- Planned and developed materials to foster learning and development
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
- Assisted children in daily activities
Camp Counselor
Pine Projects
06.2022 - 09.2022
- 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 and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
- Ensured smooth transitions between activities by efficiently managing time and resources throughout each day.
Art Instructor
DesignHerCo.
07.2018 - 03.2020
- Art instructor at DesignHerCo., assisting with PA Days, Summer Camps, School Clubs, Birthday parties, for children etc.
- Led after-school programs focused on specific artistic disciplines such as pottery or photography, offering additional opportunities for student growth outside of regular class hours.
- Planned and executed activities to promote skill and talent development.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment where all students felt comfortable expressing themselves through art.
- Mentored students on their individual projects, providing constructive feedback and guidance for improved artistic expression.
Private Caregiver
Caregiver
08.2017 - 03.2020
- Pick up child from school: make dinner, lunch for next day, light housekeeping, playing educational games, arts and crafts with child.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment.
- Creating a schedule.
Private Nanny
Private Care Giver
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
- Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Established clear expectations for behavior, setting boundaries to create a respectful atmosphere within the home.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
- Implemented daily routines for optimal child development and created a structured environment.
Administrator
Juenesse Healrh And Wellness
06.2013 - 06.2016
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.
- Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
- Organized workflow and delegated tasks effectively to ensure timely project completion without compromising quality.
- Managed office inventory levels, ensuring adequate supplies were available while minimizing waste and unnecessary spending.
- Entered and maintained departmental records in company database.
- Screened and transferred incoming calls, took down messages, and transmitted information and documents to internal personnel.
Youth Worker
Unison Treatment Homes For Youth
08.2012 - 07.2016
- Working one on one with youth from ages 12-18 in foster care/group homes
- Filing reports and documents
- Established trusting relationships with young people through empathetic listening and genuine interest in their lives outside of program hours.
- Promoted a safe, inclusive environment by establishing clear expectations and reinforcing positive behaviors among participants.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
- Provided individualized support for at-risk youth, resulting in increased self-esteem and positive behavior changes.
- Provided guidance and advice to youth, supporting navigation of diverse personal and social issues.
- Supervised youth in residential and community-based programs to minimize risks and offer support.
- Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.
- Advocated for the unique needs of each young person by partnering with school personnel or other service providers when appropriate.
- Mentored new staff members to promote professional growth within the team and ensure consistent service quality across all programs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Catholic Central Highschool
Windsor, ONPersonal Support Worker
Everest College
Windsor, ON09.2011
Skills
- Organizational skills
- Leadership
- Great with youth/elderly
- Computer skills
- Police Clearance
- Relationship Building
- Verbal and written communication
- Team Collaboration
- Computer Skills
- Time Management
- Fast Learner
- Data Entry
- File and Record Keeping
- Support Services
- Administrative duties
- Office Administration
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong Problem Solver
- Professional and mature
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Pine Projects
06.2022 - 09.2022
Early childhood education assistant
SPARROW KIDZ SER
05.2020 - 03.2023
Art Instructor
DesignHerCo.
07.2018 - 03.2020
Private Caregiver
Caregiver
08.2017 - 03.2020
Private Nanny
Private Care Giver
08.2016 - 05.2018
Administrator
Juenesse Healrh And Wellness
06.2013 - 06.2016
Youth Worker
Unison Treatment Homes For Youth
08.2012 - 07.2016
High School Diploma -
Catholic Central Highschool
Personal Support Worker
Everest College