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Shana Phillips

Stony Plain,AB

Summary

Compassionate and driven individual with a Master of Education in Developmental Psychology, seeking to apply expertise in child development to support and enhance the emotional, cognitive, and social growth of children. Committed to utilizing evidence-based strategies to foster positive development and provide a nurturing, supportive environment for children to thrive.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner and Operator

Subzero Delights
06.2023 - Current

Founded and manage a business specializing in the production and sale of freeze-dried candy, overseeing product development, marketing, customer service, and daily operations. Developed unique recipes, managed inventory, supply chain logistics, financial records and cultivated strong customer relationships through exceptional service and product quality resulting in positive feedback and repeat business.

Supervised Visit Access Worker

Ki-low-na Friendship Society
05.2014 - 08.2014

Facilitated structured meetings between parents and children to enhance communication and understanding, while implementing effective behavior modification strategies and disciplinary procedures tailored to individual needs. Proficiently demonstrated age-appropriate play techniques that promoted social and emotional development. Skillfully and meticulously completed documentation of supervised visitations, culminating in comprehensive final reports to ensure accountability and progress tracking.

Inclusion Facilitator

Steps Forward
09.2012 - 08.2013

Integrated individuals with developmental disabilities into all facets of university life, including academic, campus life and extra-curricular activities. Collaborated with faculty to design personalized academic plans, accessible study materials and modified exams. Continuously evaluated and restructured educational plans based on progress assessments. Provided employment support to enhance life skills and independence.

Education

Master of Education - Developmental Psychology And Education

University of Toronto
Toronto, ON
11-2014

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology (Major) And Sociology (Minor)

University of British Columbia
Kelowna, BC
06-2012

Skills

  • Strong understanding of cognitive, emotional, and social development across the lifespan
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with children, parents, and educators
  • Culturally responsive and trauma-informed counseling approaches
  • Skilled in developing, implementing, and monitoring individualized education plans and learning support strategies
  • Proficient in caseload management, ensuring timely and effective support for students' developmental and educational needs

Certification

2023: Food Safe Certificate

Train Food Safety


2019: Standard First Aid and CPR

Canadian Red Cross


2014: Psychological Affiliate Membership

Canadian Psychological Association.


2012: Crisis Intervention Training

Kelowna Community Resource Centre.


2012: Behaviour Intervention Training

Central Okanagan Child Development Association. Kelowna, BC

Timeline

Owner and Operator

Subzero Delights
06.2023 - Current

Supervised Visit Access Worker

Ki-low-na Friendship Society
05.2014 - 08.2014

Inclusion Facilitator

Steps Forward
09.2012 - 08.2013

Master of Education - Developmental Psychology And Education

University of Toronto

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology (Major) And Sociology (Minor)

University of British Columbia
Shana Phillips