Compassionate educator with a background in psychology and early childhood education, fluent in French and English. Experienced in supporting Indigenous students, families, and communities while fostering an inclusive learning environment. Knowledgeable in autism and committed to addressing diverse needs of children through hands-on engagement and collaboration.
Overview
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1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Clerk
Long Point First Nation
Winneway, QC
11.2023 - 04.2026
Processed biweekly payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy and maintaining strict confidentiality.
Maintained confidential employee files, records, and payroll information.
Updated employee profiles and ensured data accuracy and integrity.
Prepared Records of Employment (ROEs) and official payroll documentation, facilitating compliance with regulatory requirements.
Used Sage payroll software for payroll processing, data management, and reporting.
Cultivated organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills in a high-responsibility payroll environment.
Receptionist / Cashier
Capissisit Lodge
Oujé-Bougoumou, QC
04.2013 - 06.2022
Managed front-desk operations, ensuring smooth guest check-ins, check-outs, and room assignments to enhance guest experience.
Processed cash, cheque, and credit-card payments; balanced daily cash and prepared end-of-day reports.
Processed cash, cheque, and credit-card payments while balancing daily cash and preparing end-of-day reports for accurate financial tracking.
Provided guests with information about hotel services, facilities, and local attractions.
Informed guests about hotel services, facilities, and local attractions to enhance their stay and satisfaction.
Developed strong customer-service, multitasking, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Recreational Activity Coordinator
Corporation des loisirs de Chapais
Chapais, QC
10.2011 - 06.2012
Organized and led engaging recreational and social activities, enhancing community involvement across all age groups.
Developed detailed monthly event calendars and activity schedules, ensuring diverse programming that met community interests.
Served as a liaison with local and regional recreation organizations.
Prepared comprehensive reports and administrative documents to effectively monitor and evaluate program activities.
Managed inventory, supplies, and purchasing while working within budget guidelines.
Strengthened communication, collaboration, coordination, and community-engagement skills.
Community Organizer
Val-d'Or Native Friendship Centre
Val-d'Or, QC
10.2004 - 10.2008
Coordinated programs and activities for Indigenous people in urban communities, enhancing access to health, education, culture, and recreation.
Mobilized and engaged community members for events and activities, fostering a sense of community involvement.
Developed a weekly after-school program for at-risk youth, increasing participation by more than 30% within six months.
Implemented parenting-support workshops to promote family engagement and child well-being.
Facilitated group activities, promoting active participation and inclusion among diverse community members.
Collaborated with community organizations to maximize resources and outreach.
Early Childhood Educator - Mohigan Group (Ages 3)
Abinojic-Miguam Early Childhood Centre
Val-d'Or, QC
08.2004 - 10.2004
Planned and implemented a comprehensive developmental program based on the needs of three-year-old children.
Created a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment supporting children's overall development.
Built warm and consistent relationships with children, fostering trust, emotional security, and confidence.
Conducted daily observations, identifying early signs of developmental delays in two children and facilitating timely specialist referrals.
Adapted activities for a child with autism-spectrum characteristics, enhancing engagement and participation within four weeks.
Communicated proactively with parents and referred families to appropriate specialists when specific needs were identified.
Collaborated with educational team to modify activities, supporting children with developmental or behavioral challenges.
Education
Early Childhood Education Program - child psychology, activity planning, early intervention strategies
Cégep de Saint-Jérôme
Saint-Jérôme, QC
Social Sciences - Individual and Society
Cégep de l'Abitibi-Témiscamingue
Rouyn-Noranda, QC
High School Diploma -
Polyvalente Marcel-Raymond
Lorrainville, QC
Skills
Payroll management
Payroll compliance
Sage software
Records organization
Process structuring
Workflow optimization
Crisis management
Project management
Client communication
Stakeholder communication
Cross-functional collaboration
Employee training
Training programs
Time management
Accuracy focus
Dependability
Data protection
Admin management
Networking strategies
Collaborative projects
Stress management
Self-motivation
Client relations
Sage software
Records organization
Certification
Adapting Interventions to Homosexual and Bisexual Realities - Working with People of All Ages, Irène Demczuk & Bill Ryan
Realities on Indigenous Peoples, Serge Bouchard
Cultivating Flow at Work, Bruno Bégin
Principles of the Social Economy, Val-d'Or Native Friendship Centre
Caregiver Training, Val-d'Or Native Friendship Centre
Suicide Prevention Training, CAAVD
Random Game Training, Loto-Québec
Program: « L'ABC du comportement d'enfants ayant un TSA : Des parents en action ! », Training for ASD parents based on the RUBI Parent Training /Applied Behavioral Analysis management approach (ABA)
Ouellet, R. (2020). Autisme : la boîte à outils - Stratégies et techniques pour accompagner un enfant /Autism: The Toolbox - Strategies and techniques to support a child., Les Éditions de Mortagne
Languages
French, native
English, fluent - spoken, written, and read
Certificate Of Indian Status
French, native
English, fluent - spoken, written, and read
Additional Work Experience
French, native
English, fluent - spoken, written, and read
Volunteer Experience
French, native
English, fluent - spoken, written, and read
Timeline
Payroll Clerk
Long Point First Nation
11.2023 - 04.2026
Receptionist / Cashier
Capissisit Lodge
04.2013 - 06.2022
Recreational Activity Coordinator
Corporation des loisirs de Chapais
10.2011 - 06.2012
Community Organizer
Val-d'Or Native Friendship Centre
10.2004 - 10.2008
Early Childhood Educator - Mohigan Group (Ages 3)
Abinojic-Miguam Early Childhood Centre
08.2004 - 10.2004
Early Childhood Education Program - child psychology, activity planning, early intervention strategies