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Shahena Thanendran

Scarborough,ON

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Early Childhood Assistant

TNG Yonge And Sheppard Child Center
04.2024 - 10.2024
  • Supported lead educators in implementing daily curriculum and activities for infants to preschoolers.
  • Assisted in creating safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment for young children.
  • Monitored and documented children's progress, behaviors, and developmental milestones.
  • Fostered positive relationships with children, promoting social skills and emotional development.
  • Communicated with parents to provide updates on children's development and activities.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of classrooms and play areas.
  • Facilitated age-appropriate recreational activities that encouraged creativity and teamwork.

Store Manager

Sun Star Convenience
07.2022 - 10.2024
  • Managed daily operations at Sunstar Convenience, focusing on customer service and efficiency
  • Led and trained team, ensuring high performance and teamwork
  • Oversaw inventory management, including ordering and stock maintenance
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints to maintain satisfaction
  • Monitored financial performance and managed expenses
  • Maintained clean, organized store environment for enhanced customer experience

Child and Youth Worker

Youthdale Treatment Centre
09.2023 - 06.2024
  • Assisted in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans for clients, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions and activities to promote coping skills and emotional regulation.
  • Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation support using trauma-informed approaches.
  • Conducted assessments and progress reviews, documenting outcomes to inform treatment planning.
  • Engaged with clients and families, building trust and advocating for their needs.
  • Participated in training to enhance skills in child and youth mental health.
  • Fostered supportive therapeutic environment, encouraging resilience and recovery.
  • Connected clients with community resources for additional support.

Customer Service Representative

Rogers Communications
08.2023 - 03.2024

Early Childhood Assistant

Family Day Care Services
01.2022 - 08.2023
  • Assisted in implementing daily activities and curriculum for children from infants to school age.
  • Created nurturing and inclusive environment that supported children's growth and development.
  • Monitored and documented children's progress, behaviors, and milestones.
  • Encouraged social skills and emotional development through play and structured activities.
  • Communicated regularly with parents to share updates on children’s progress and well-being.
  • Facilitated engaging recreational activities that fostered creativity and teamwork.
  • Provided individualized instruction and support to meet personal needs of each child.

Team Leader

Mac N' Wings
07.2021 - 07.2022

Child And Youth Worker

York Region District School
09.2021 - 12.2021
  • Provide support and assistance to students with social, emotional, and behavioral needs, as directed by the classroom teacher
  • Implement individualized behavior plans and intervention strategies to promote positive behavior and academic success
  • Monitor and supervise students during recess, lunchtime, and other activities, ensuring the safety and well-being of all students
  • Document student progress and behaviors and maintain accurate records of all interventions and activities
  • Provide a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion
  • Foster positive relationships with students and their families and communicate regularly with them about student progress and needs.

Customer Service Representative

Beck Taxi
01.2021 - 12.2021

Store Manager

Sunrise Convenience
04.2020 - 09.2021

Early Childhood Assistant

Malvern Montessori School
09.2019 - 03.2020

Early Childhood Assistant

Umbrella Central Day Care Services
01.2018 - 12.2018

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Child And Youth Care

Toronto Metropolitan University
Toronto, ON
06-2024

Skills

  • Crisis Intervention
  • Assessment and Documentation
  • Collaboration
  • Fluent in Tamil and English
  • Empathy and Compassion
  • Cultural Competence
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Advocacy
  • Active Listening
  • Adaptability
  • Time Management
  • Problem Solving

Certification

  • CPR AED Level C Certification
  • Vulnerable Sector Check Certificate

Timeline

Early Childhood Assistant

TNG Yonge And Sheppard Child Center
04.2024 - 10.2024

Child and Youth Worker

Youthdale Treatment Centre
09.2023 - 06.2024

Customer Service Representative

Rogers Communications
08.2023 - 03.2024

Store Manager

Sun Star Convenience
07.2022 - 10.2024

Early Childhood Assistant

Family Day Care Services
01.2022 - 08.2023

Child And Youth Worker

York Region District School
09.2021 - 12.2021

Team Leader

Mac N' Wings
07.2021 - 07.2022

Customer Service Representative

Beck Taxi
01.2021 - 12.2021

Store Manager

Sunrise Convenience
04.2020 - 09.2021

Early Childhood Assistant

Malvern Montessori School
09.2019 - 03.2020

Early Childhood Assistant

Umbrella Central Day Care Services
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • CPR AED Level C Certification
  • Vulnerable Sector Check Certificate

Bachelor of Arts - Child And Youth Care

Toronto Metropolitan University

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