Rachel Picard
Chatham,ON
Summary
Dedicated and responsive professional with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification, and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supply Teacher
Notre Dame Elementary School
Windsor, Ontario
09.2024 - Current
- Communicated effectively with parents about student progress and concerns.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
- Showed Powerpoint Presentations, videos and interactive websites to aid students with comprehension.
- Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement class presentations.
- Organized lesson plans and activities for students.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance and behavior.
- Maintained classroom order and enforced school and class rules.
- Attended training and workshops to improve teaching skills.
Support Worker
Family Respite Life (Mental Health)
Windsor, Ontario
07.2024 - Current
- Administered medication as prescribed and maintained accurate records of clients' medication schedules.
- Facilitated weekly group meetings, listened, offered compassion and supported members.
- Developed positive relationships with service users and maintained professional boundaries at all times.
- Implemented and formulated tailored treatment plans with needs evaluation and patient psychosocial functioning.
- Facilitated frequent family conferences to discuss case plans in detail and discuss goals.
- Delivered one-to-one sessions focused on developing communication skills, problem solving techniques, self-confidence building.
- Tracked client behaviors, daily activities, new skills, and notable incidents for documentation purposes.
- Acted as role model for clients by exhibiting positive behaviors.
- Attended regular reviews of service user's care plans to ensure the best outcomes for each individual.
Cashier
SportChek
Windsor, Ontario
05.2021 - Current
- Assisted customers over the phone regarding store operations, product information and order placement.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Greeted customers promptly and responded to questions.
- Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.
- Built and maintained productive relationships with employees.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Counted and balanced cashier drawers.
- Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
Coach
Pure Dance Academy
Chatham, Ontario
09.2019 - 08.2023
- Created culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation and responsibility among athletes and coaching staff.
- Observed practices and games in order to evaluate player performance levels and provide feedback.
- Conducted exercising drills to improve flexibility, stamina and strength of each player.
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
- Coordinated pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
- Maintained accurate records of athletes' progress, attendance, and eligibility.
Server
Praise Fellowship Church
Chatham, Ontario
11.2019 - 11.2019
- Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
- Served food and beverages to patrons and immediately remedied issues with orders.
- Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
- Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
- Presented menus and answered questions regarding items.
- Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
- Addressed complaints to kitchen staff and served replacement items.
- Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Concurrent Education Psychology With ECE
University of Windsor
Windsor, ON04-2028
High School Diploma -
École Secondaire Catholique De Pain Court
Pain Court, ON06-2023
Elementary School Diploma With Honours (grade 7-8) -
École Élémentaire Catholique Ste-Catherine
Pain Court, ON06-2019
Elementary School Diploma With Honours (grade K-6) -
École Élémentaire Catholique Ste-Marie
Chatham, ON06-2017
Skills
- Activity management
- Language arts instruction
- Student records management
- IEP documentation
- Classroom organization
- Assessment administration
- Creative problem solving
- Student tutoring
- Lesson plan implementation
- Parent communication
- Parent-teacher communication
- Student engagement
- Relationship building and management
- Lecturing and teaching
- Reporting and documenting
- Adaptable
- Creativity in teaching
Accomplishments
- 2024 Dean's Honour Roll (Psychology)
- 2023 Chatham Rotary Club (Community Service Scholarship Award)
- 2023 Tilbury Tots Day Care Award (Pursuing Early Education Studies Scholarship Award)
- 2019 Teksavvy Scholarship Award (Excellence in History Award)
- 2018 Humanity Award
- 2018 The British Association of Teaching of Dance (Motivation Award)
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- 2024 WHMIS Training Certificate
- 2024 Ministry of Labour Certification
- 2024 Gross Motor Activities That Calm Squirming Bodies and Minds Certification
- 2024 CCEYA (Child Care Early Years Act) Certification
- 2023 Bright Language Bilingual Certification
- 2023 Ontario Smart Serve Certification
- 2022 Standard First Aid CPR & AED Level C Certification (renewed in 2024)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Supply Teacher
Notre Dame Elementary School
09.2024 - Current
Support Worker
Family Respite Life (Mental Health)
07.2024 - Current
Cashier
SportChek
05.2021 - Current
Server
Praise Fellowship Church
11.2019 - 11.2019
Coach
Pure Dance Academy
09.2019 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Concurrent Education Psychology With ECE
University of Windsor
High School Diploma -
École Secondaire Catholique De Pain Court
Elementary School Diploma With Honours (grade 7-8) -
École Élémentaire Catholique Ste-Catherine
Elementary School Diploma With Honours (grade K-6) -
École Élémentaire Catholique Ste-Marie
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