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Navya Narwal

Navya Narwal

Summary

Psychology graduate with over two years of experience supporting children, including those with diverse developmental needs. Proficient in delivering tailored support and implementing structured learning activities. Experienced in applying trauma-informed and inclusive practices to enhance child development. Committed to contributing to impactful environments focused on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Early Childhood Assistant

Noah's Ark Childcare
Guelph, Canada
05.2023 - 04.2025
  • Child Development Support: Assisted children (18 months–6 years) with ABA techniques to enhance language, cognitive, and emotional growth.
  • Behavioral Observation & Reporting: Documented children’s progress to track milestones and plan interventions.
  • Play-Based Learning: Implemented play-based activities aligned with "How Does Learning Happen?" and ABA principles to foster engagement.
  • Parent Collaboration: Provided regular updates to parents on child development and strategies for reinforcing learning at home.
  • Crisis Management: Applied de-escalation techniques to manage behavioural challenges and ensure a safe environment.

Team Lead - Duty Staff

Student Housing Services, University of Guelph
Guelph, Canada
08.2022 - 04.2025
  • Crisis Intervention & De-escalation: Led a team in addressing mental health crises, providing support through conflict resolution and emotional regulation strategies.
  • Documentation & Reporting: Maintained records of interactions, ensuring incidents were logged for continuous assessment.
  • Team Collaboration: Collaborated with staff to create an inclusive environment and address individual needs.
  • Conflict Resolution: Mediated conflicts between peers, promoting healthy communication and problem-solving skills.

Recreational Volunteer-

Homewood Health Centre
Guelph, Canada
02.2024 - Current
  • Facilitated therapeutic recreation: Engaged patients through creative, play-based activities to promote emotional and cognitive well-being.
  • Monitored participant progress: Documented behavioural observations to support individualized care and safety needs.
  • Created inclusive environments: Fostered trust and compassion, ensuring all participants felt supported and valued in group settings.

Volunteer Crisis Responder

Kids Help Phone
Remote
05.2022 - 12.2023
  • Crisis Support: Delivered text-based crisis support, identifying emotional triggers and providing coping strategies.
  • Behavioral Assessment: Assessed texters’ emotional states and prioritized needs for immediate support.
  • Empathy & Active Listening: Utilized active listening to provide empathetic support and reinforce positive behavioral choices.
  • Documentation & Referral: Recorded interactions and made appropriate referrals, ensuring ongoing support for texters.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Psychology, Minor in Neuroscience

University of Guelph
Guelph, ON
04-2025

Skills

  • Early literacy development
  • Child development assessment
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Emotional regulation support
  • Developmental documentation
  • Behavioural assessment
  • Mental health support
  • Parent Collaboration

References

Taylor McCracken, Residence Behaviour Assistant Manager | SHS, UofG

  • (519) 824-4120, x52374
  • taylor.mccracken@uoguelph.ca

Monica Geary, Residence Behaviour Manager | SHS, UofG

  • 519-824-4120, x53442
  • mgeary@uoguelph.ca

Timeline

Recreational Volunteer-

Homewood Health Centre
02.2024 - Current

Early Childhood Assistant

Noah's Ark Childcare
05.2023 - 04.2025

Team Lead - Duty Staff

Student Housing Services, University of Guelph
08.2022 - 04.2025

Volunteer Crisis Responder

Kids Help Phone
05.2022 - 12.2023

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Psychology, Minor in Neuroscience

University of Guelph

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