Monekia Simmonds
Pickering,Canada
Summary
Achieved improved student outcomes by implementing effective classroom management techniques and personalized assistance. Enhanced team collaboration to swiftly adapt to changing educational demands. Established a supportive learning environment that encourages communication and collaboration among students and staff.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Assistant
DDSB
01.2014 - Current
- Developed and executed dynamic daily classroom activities to foster student engagement.
- Supported educators in effectively applying individualized education plans, ensuring alignment with each student's unique needs.
- Supported classroom operations to enhance student engagement and learning experiences.
Child Care Worker
Annie's Haven/Native Child Services
Pickering, ON
01.2013 - Current
- Developed and executed dynamic daily activities to foster student engagement.
- Support educators in effectively applying individualized education plans, ensuring alignment with each student's unique needs.
- Supported classroom operations to enhance student engagement and learning experiences.
Child and Youth Worker/ Support Staff
YMCA
Pickering, ON
01.2010 - 01.2017
- Develop and implement programs that are consistent with agency core values and core programming.
- Supervision of children 6 – 12 years old while maintaining open communication with parents/caregivers.
- Ensure that specific goals of children in programs are met
Support Staff/Program Coordinator
St. Albans Boys & Girls Club
Toronto, ON
01.2006 - 01.2013
- Organized and Implemented activities for youth, 6 - 18 Yrs. Old. many with ADD/ADHD and Asperger.
- Assist students with homework, physical activity, computer, arts/crafts and nutrition programs
Sales Associate
SMT Direct
Toronto, Ontario
01.2003 - 01.2008
- Maintained and promoted exceptional customer service and public relations
- Enter/retrieve data from automated systems, record and processes documentation, Answer phone, deal with complaints, listening to customers, co-ordinate promotional services
Recreation Coordinator
North Preston Recreation Center
Halifax, Nova Scotia
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Responsible for all aspects of the Summer Recreation Program within the association implementation and scheduling of activities
- Coordination of participants including transportation safely protocol and monthly updates to parents/guardians. Maintaining a monthly budget of
Teaching Assistant
Nelson Whynder Elementary School
Halifax, Nova Scotia
01.1994 - 01.2000
- Critiqued and instructed computer classes for grad-school students and adults
- Proctored examinations for graded students
- Assisted teachers with daily classroom activities and course outlines
Education
Child And Youth Worker/Community Service Worker - Business Information And Technology
George Brown College
01-2009
Skills
Provided group and individual instruction to enhance student understanding and engagement Supported teachers in developing effective lesson plans and classroom strategies
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Educational Assistant
DDSB
01.2014 - Current
Child Care Worker
Annie's Haven/Native Child Services
01.2013 - Current
Child and Youth Worker/ Support Staff
YMCA
01.2010 - 01.2017
Support Staff/Program Coordinator
St. Albans Boys & Girls Club
01.2006 - 01.2013
Sales Associate
SMT Direct
01.2003 - 01.2008
Recreation Coordinator
North Preston Recreation Center
01.2000 - 01.2003
Teaching Assistant
Nelson Whynder Elementary School
01.1994 - 01.2000
Child And Youth Worker/Community Service Worker - Business Information And Technology
George Brown College