Shawndra/Shoshana Saffer-Spiro
Vaughan
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with a focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives. Passionate about community engagement, with hands-on experience in child and family services, special needs support, and senior care advocacy. Served as a one-on-one junior counselor at Kayla’s Children Centre (KCC), fostering inclusive environments and providing individualized care. Actively involved in mentorship and outreach, committed to making a meaningful impact through advocacy, support, and creating positive change in the community.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
One-on-One Junior Counselor
Kayla’s Children Centre (KCC) – Winter Camp
12.2024 - 01.2025
- Selected to provide dedicated one-on-one support for a 4-5-year-old camper with special needs, ensuring their safety, comfort, and engagement.
- Assisted in implementing individualized programs tailored to the child’s developmental and emotional needs.
- Fostered a nurturing and inclusive environment, helping the camper build confidence.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team of counselors, therapists, and staff to enhance the camper’s overall experience.
- Strengthened problem-solving and adaptability skills by responding to the camper’s evolving needs throughout the program.
Online marketing assistant for coaching group
GeulaWives
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Helped start a podcast for a coaching group helping women become empowered wives
- As well as help facilitate weekly Zoom classes and being in constant contact with the admin for technical support to advise them and get everything that needs to be uploaded done promptly
- Using Monday.com and Slack and zoom to be in touch
Book Organizer/Cashier
Willow Books
03.2020 - 12.2023
- Shelve books and organize sections appropriately, ensuring to complete all duties in a timely manner
- Communicated with superiors to ensure that store was organized effectively
- Prioritize ensuring that the store is accessible and inclusive to all customers
- Implemented engagement strategies to welcome customers
Camp Counselor
Camp Green Acres
07.2023 - 08.2023
- I worked full-time hours (8am (bus monitor) to 5 pm) alongside 2 other co-counsellors, caring for 8-9 years old during the 2023 summer
- Job responsibilities included ensuring they were happy, taken care of, changed sunscreen, and fed
JSU Executive board
Jewish Student Union
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Selected as an inaugural member of the Jewish Student Union (JSU) Executive Board
- Contributed to planning and executing conferences and online events for over 160 student leaders across North America
- Managed programs and coordinated the distribution of digital newsletters to more than 10,000 students, providing resources and ideas to support JSU club presidents in organizing weekly programming
Sobeys Floral Clerk
Sobeys Kosher Market
02.2023 - 06.2023
- I worked behind the floral counter, helping customers wrap bouquets and design custom ones
- As well as helping customers check out
Intern
StandWithUs
08.2022 - 06.2023
- During my internship at StandWithUs, I gained hands-on experience in advocacy, leadership, and community outreach
- I organized events, created educational content, and helped combat anti-Semitism by engaging peers and promoting dialogue
- This role strengthened my skills in public speaking, project management, and teamwork
Occasional Babysitter
01.2019 - 02.2022
- I babysat at night while the parents ran errands
- I interacted with the child until it was bedtime, helped with the bedtime routine and did wellness checks while waiting for the parents to arrive home
Chapter President
BBYO
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Lead a chapter of 60+ teens girls
- Engaged in programming, fundraising, sisterhood and leadership opportunities
- Coordinated events online and in-person
Camp Counselor
Camp Green Acres
07.2021 - 08.2021
- I worked full-time hours (8am (bus monitor) to 5 pm) alongside 3 other co-counsellors, caring for 4-8 years old during the 2021 summer
- Job responsibilities included making sure they were happy, taken care of, sunscreen changed, and fed
Chapter Vice President of Jewish Enrichment
BBYO
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Working with other chapter executives I administered and ran Jewish programming for a chapter of 60+ girls
Cashier
Pine Hearts
06.2019 - 07.2019
- Welcomed people into the store
- Ensured that all customers were aware of deals and items on sale
- Stocked inventory and kept track of what items came and left the store
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology With The Track of Social Work
Sara Schenirer Institute
Online01-2026
High School Diploma -
Tanenbaum CHAT
Toronto, ON06-2023
Skills
- Active learning
- Reference services
- Cash handling
- Customer assistance
- Quality management
- Positive engagement
- Maintaining safe environment
- Safe handling practices
- Quick learner
- Strong work ethic
- Innovation and creativity
- Relationship building
- Work ethic and integrity
- Child supervision
- Patience and empathy
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
One-on-One Junior Counselor
Kayla’s Children Centre (KCC) – Winter Camp
12.2024 - 01.2025
Online marketing assistant for coaching group
GeulaWives
02.2024 - 08.2024
Camp Counselor
Camp Green Acres
07.2023 - 08.2023
Sobeys Floral Clerk
Sobeys Kosher Market
02.2023 - 06.2023
JSU Executive board
Jewish Student Union
08.2022 - 08.2023
Intern
StandWithUs
08.2022 - 06.2023
Chapter President
BBYO
08.2021 - 12.2021
Camp Counselor
Camp Green Acres
07.2021 - 08.2021
Chapter Vice President of Jewish Enrichment
BBYO
12.2020 - 08.2021
Book Organizer/Cashier
Willow Books
03.2020 - 12.2023
Cashier
Pine Hearts
06.2019 - 07.2019
Occasional Babysitter
01.2019 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology With The Track of Social Work
Sara Schenirer Institute
High School Diploma -
Tanenbaum CHAT
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