Lindsay Oakes
Windsor,ON
Summary
Outgoing Childcare professional offering 6 years of childcare experience. Skilled in planning developmentally appropriate activities for children of ages 16 months to 12 years of age. Devoted to promoting growth at individual paces in supportive setting. Excellent schedule coordination with expertise balancing meal, recess, and quiet times.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
TEACHER/SITE SUPERVISOR
Delta Chi Beta Early Childhood Centre
09.2019 - 06.2024
- Led children in creative, physical, and educational activities while maintaining children's safety
- Worked cooperatively and communicated frequently with other teachers, administrators, and parents
- Completed daily reports, meal counts, and attendance logs, along with other administrative tasks
- Managed invoicing and payment processing operations
- Developed schedules for staff and children
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting and toileting.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
RESPITE CARE WORKER
Family Respite Services
12.2015 - 04.2023
- Developed social and life skills through structured activities and community outings
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills
- Consulted with families to discuss activities and behaviors of each child.
TEMPORARY SUPPORT STAFF
The Greater Essex County District School Board
11.2018 - 04.2019
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning
- Provided individualized instruction and support to meet personal needs of each child
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
CAREGIVER
Amy's Helping Hands
06.2017 - 03.2018
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship
- Assisted with daily living activities and household chores
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
Customer Service Representative/Scale House Operator
Windsor Disposal Services (WDS)
10.2016 - 05.2017
- Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
- Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
- Operated weigh scales and issued tickets when necessary.
- Maintained accurate documentation and processed payments efficiently to keep waiting at minimum.
Store Team Member
Tim Hortons
04.2009 - 09.2016
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
Education
Early Childhood Care And Education
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON12.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Windsor
Windsor, ON06.2014
Skills
- Communication and Cooperation
- Child First Aid & CPR
- Positive Attitude and Energetic
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Customer Service
- Problem-solving abilities
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Data Entry
Timeline
TEACHER/SITE SUPERVISOR
Delta Chi Beta Early Childhood Centre
09.2019 - 06.2024
TEMPORARY SUPPORT STAFF
The Greater Essex County District School Board
11.2018 - 04.2019
CAREGIVER
Amy's Helping Hands
06.2017 - 03.2018
Customer Service Representative/Scale House Operator
Windsor Disposal Services (WDS)
10.2016 - 05.2017
RESPITE CARE WORKER
Family Respite Services
12.2015 - 04.2023
Store Team Member
Tim Hortons
04.2009 - 09.2016
Early Childhood Care And Education
Algonquin College
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Windsor
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