Shikha Bhagat
Toronto,ON
Summary
Dedicated childcare professional with hands-on experience in tutoring and daycare settings, supporting children aged 3-8 in their learning and personal development. Skilled in creating engaging and safe environments that foster growth and confidence. CPR and First Aid certified, ensuring children's safety and well-being. Passionate about child development and seeking to contribute my skills in a childcare or daycare role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Assistant
Van Horne Daycare Centre
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Ensured the safety and supervision of children at all times, independently and collaboratively with Child Care Educators.
- Conducted frequent headcounts and marked attendance upon children’s arrival.
- Supervised children during outdoor and playground activities, ensuring safety protocols were followed.
- Actively engaged with children, making learning fun and interactive.
- Assisted Early Childhood Educators in carrying out daily class activities.
- Maintained a clean, hazard-free classroom environment, ensuring proper sanitation and organization.
- Performed additional tasks as assigned to support the team and ensure smooth operations.
Home Tutor
Self Employed
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
- Stressed importance of good study habits by encouraging students to create personalized study plans.
- Monitored and assessed student progress, providing feedback to parents
Take- Out Associate and Server
Swiss Chalet
08.2023 - Current
- Greeted guests warmly and promptly, ensuring a positive first impression
- Provided detailed menu information and made recommendations based on customer preferences
- Took and accurately processed orders, ensuring special requests and dietary restrictions were accommodated
- Delivered food and beverages in a timely and efficient manner
- Managed multiple tables simultaneously, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction
- Addressed and resolved customer concerns and complaints with professionalism and tact
- Processed payments, handled cash, and operated the POS system with accuracy
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, facilitating effective communication across departments and teams.
- Analyzed customer data to identify trends and anticipate customer needs.
Recruiter- Intern
Leap Recruitment Partners
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Monitored recruitment metrics to identify areas for improvement and implemented changes accordingly.
- Implemented sourcing strategies to discover top talent in competitive markets.
- Studied job descriptions and qualifications to determine applicant requirements.
- Collaborated with senior recruiters to develop and implement strategic recruitment plans, assisting in drafting and posting job descriptions across various job boards.
- Managed candidate databases with accurate and up-to-date records, staying updated on industry trends and best practices in recruitment and talent management.
Front of the House Server
Mucho Burrito
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tasks simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Supported colleagues during peak hours, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
Education
Post-Graduate Certificate - Global Hospitality Business Development
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
North York, Toronto12-2023
Post-Graduate Certificate - Human Resources Management
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
North York, Toronto12-2022
Skills
- Creating engaging activities
- Knowledge of child development
- Ensuring child safety
- Organization and detail-oriented
- Problem-solving
- Record keeping
- Working under pressure
- Relationship building
- Excellent communication skills
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Certification
Standard First Aid & CPR/ AED Level C- Canadian Red Cross
Timeline
Early Childhood Assistant
Van Horne Daycare Centre
06.2024 - 08.2024
Take- Out Associate and Server
Swiss Chalet
08.2023 - Current
Recruiter- Intern
Leap Recruitment Partners
01.2023 - 04.2023
Front of the House Server
Mucho Burrito
06.2022 - 08.2023
Home Tutor
Self Employed
08.2021 - 02.2022
Post-Graduate Certificate - Global Hospitality Business Development
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
Post-Graduate Certificate - Human Resources Management
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
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