Riley Smith
Bolton,Ontario
Summary
I am a hardworking and a fair person who is looking to secure a position that will increase my work experience as a Child and Youth Practitioner. My goal is to gain knowledge on different techniques for managing behaviours while working with children and youth from different cultures, both in groups and individually. I have the ability to maintain a safe environment and ensure the well-being of children and youth. I am quick to adapt to situations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Assistant, Special Needs
Peel District School Board
11.2023 - Current
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
- Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decisionmaking.
Early Learning Facilitator
YMCA Child Care Centre
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Responsible for implementing and facilitating age appropriate programs that meet developmental needs of Toddlers
- Guide and teach children to follow through social environments
- Implemented differentiated instruction methods, addressing the unique needs of each learner within a diverse student population.
Field Placement
Herb Campbell Public School
01.2023 - 04.2023
Resident Advisor
Cambrian Residence & Conference Centre
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Developed strong relationships with residents, fostering a supportive and inclusive living community.
- Created informative bulletin boards that provided relevant resources related to academics, mental health, and campus life opportunities for students'' personal growth.
- Facilitated roommate agreements at the beginning of each semester to set clear expectations for shared living spaces.
Field Placement
Herb Campbell Public School
04.2022 - 06.2022
Gymnastics Coach
Gymnastic Giants
07.2017 - 03.2020
- Ensured safety of all participants through strict adherence to gym rules, equipment maintenance, and proper spotting techniques.
- Developed lesson plans and routines for individual students to meet personal goals and abilities.
- Boosted gymnasts'' confidence levels by offering constructive feedback and personalized support.
Education
Child and Youth Care Practitioner Program - Advanced Diploma -
Cambrian College
Sudbury, Ontario06.2023
Ontario Secondary School Diploma -
Humberview Secondary School
Bolton, Ontario06.2021
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Reliable and punctual
- Highly Organized
- Strong sense of responsibility
Accomplishments
- October 2019 Level 1 in coaching beginner gymnastics
- June 2021 Graduated with Honors 2021 in High School
- April 2022 President’s Honour Roll 4.0 GPA
- March 2023 Maureen Keaney O’Brien Child and Youth Care Award
- May 2023 Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
- May 2023 Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training (NVCI)
- June 2023 President’s Honour Roll 4.0 GPA
Volunteer Experience
- 08/2017, 12/2017, Evolve Clothing, Re-Use Store, 51, Bolton, Ontario
- 08/2018, 08/2019, Breast Cancer Society of Canada, Breast Cancer Society of Canada Horse Trail Ride Fundraiser, 21, Caledon, Ontario
- Spring 2022, Spring 2023, Cambrian College Spring Open House, 10, Sudbury, Ontario
References
- Kayla Allen, Residence Life Coordinator, kallen@cambrianresidence.ca
- Christine Crawford, Behaviour Education Assistant, Peel District School Board, christine.crawford@peelsb.com
- Nica Apa, Principal, Herb Campbell Public School, Herbcampbell.ps@peelsb.com
Extracurricular Activities
09/2015, 05/2019, Competitive Gymnastics
Hobbies and Interests
- Working out/staying fit
- Baking
Timeline
Educational Assistant, Special Needs
Peel District School Board
11.2023 - Current
Early Learning Facilitator
YMCA Child Care Centre
08.2023 - 11.2023
Field Placement
Herb Campbell Public School
01.2023 - 04.2023
Field Placement
Herb Campbell Public School
04.2022 - 06.2022
Resident Advisor
Cambrian Residence & Conference Centre
12.2021 - 12.2022
Gymnastics Coach
Gymnastic Giants
07.2017 - 03.2020
Child and Youth Care Practitioner Program - Advanced Diploma -
Cambrian College
Ontario Secondary School Diploma -
Humberview Secondary School
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