Nancy Palanuk
Ottawa
Summary
I am currently enrolled in second year in my program Child And Youth Care Worker. As well as the General-Arts and Science Aboriginal Studies at Algonquin College. I want to grow professionally by gaining new skills and experiences that will help me advance in my career in the future. I am dedicated and a hard worker, and a team player.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Casual Education Assistant
Ottawa Catholic School Board
09.2023 - Current
- Provided individualized support for students, addressing their unique academic needs and helping them reach their full potential.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive learning experiences, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
Facilitator
Ottawa Catholic School Board
08.2023 - Current
- Created fun, age-appropriate activities for school-age children.
- Supervised up to a certain amount of ratio students during outdoor exercise periods, monitoring group and individual safety.
- Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
Child and Youth Program Assistant (Seasonal)
Emily Murphy Non-Profit Organization
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Created safe, fun environment for children and teens attending special programs.
- Created list of needed supplies and materials for activities.
- Explained and enforced rules and regulations of day to day program.
- Developed and implemented fun, educational activities for children of varying ages.
Child and Youth Care Practitioner
Alta Vista Public School
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Worked with children to develop good cognitive, physical and language skills.
- Facilitated outdoor activities with students
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
Store Associate
Panera Bread
08.2017 - 01.2022
- Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
- Trained new staff on food preparation and safety procedures.
- Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, kitchen and other similar areas according to established protocols.
Education
Diploma - Child And Youth Care Worker
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON04.2025
Certificate - General Arts And Sciences - Aboriginal Studies
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON04.2025
High School Diploma -
M.F. McHugh Education Centre
Ottawa, ON06.2013
Skills
- Customer Assistance
- Crisis Prevention and Intervention Training (CPI)
- CPR and First Aid Care
- Professionally licensed through Ontario College of Trades
- People Skills
- Communication Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
Timeline
Casual Education Assistant
Ottawa Catholic School Board
09.2023 - Current
Facilitator
Ottawa Catholic School Board
08.2023 - Current
Child and Youth Program Assistant (Seasonal)
Emily Murphy Non-Profit Organization
06.2023 - 08.2023
Child and Youth Care Practitioner
Alta Vista Public School
09.2022 - 04.2023
Store Associate
Panera Bread
08.2017 - 01.2022
Diploma - Child And Youth Care Worker
Algonquin College
Certificate - General Arts And Sciences - Aboriginal Studies
Algonquin College
High School Diploma -
M.F. McHugh Education Centre
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