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, ON06-2024
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