Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

VANSHIKA BALI

Toronto,Ontario

Summary

Aspiring Behavior Analyst and a postgraduate international student with a diverse background in different areas of work and distinct roles. Qualified Teaching Assistant offers track record of success in helping students with special needs. Well-trained in academic, behavioral and personal needs of students with developmental delays and diagnoses such as autism spectrum disorder.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Teacher

Clinton Public School
11.2022 - 12.2022
  • Understood and acclimated to teacher's routine to provide classroom coverage.
  • Observed individuals or groups of students in variety of settings to maintain safe and positive learning environment.
  • Implemented behavioral plans for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions to present and reinforce learning concepts.
  • Instructed student activities to implement goals for remediation of deficiencies and drive student success.
  • Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
  • Maintained classroom equipment and work area to promote safe learning environment and meet mandated requirements.

Psychology Intern

Havoc Therapy
05.2022 - 07.2022
  • Remained energetic and demonstrated passion for helping clients by applying active listening.
  • Implemented sound, peer-reviewed methodologies and interventions to foster psychological health.
  • Provided complex crisis intervention and stabilization to patients in psychological distress.
  • Got trained in Psychopathology, School Counseling, Grief Counseling and Transactional Analysis
  • Completed LGBTQIA+ affirmative listener training

Psychology Intern

Holistree
09.2021 - 05.2022
  • Aided in research projects by collecting and entering data, assisting with analyzing data and preparing reports and manuscripts
  • Established effective and collaborative working relationships with treatment providers both inside and outside of the employment agency
  • Assisted individuals in making career-related decisions by conducting assessments to measure skills, abilities, and interests
  • Developed career and education plans based on individual needs
  • Built rapport and guided discussions with patients using therapeutic communication techniques
  • Addressed issues through emotionally intelligent conversation and conflict resolution techniques.

Administrative Manager

Aparigraha Foundation
07.2021 - 02.2022
  • Managed corporate digital marketing activities and handled e-newsletters, websites, and social media accounts
  • Worked with the management team to improve workflows and eliminate unnecessary tasks
  • Created and implemented administrative processes and procedures to prioritize job tasks and establish personnel responsibilities
  • Communicated company philosophies and policies, demonstrated work routines and documented performance
  • Assisted in coordination, direction, and fulfillment of special projects
  • Interviewed, hired, and mentored new team members to succeed and advance within the department and company
  • Supported team with various administrative duties related to marketing merchandise and promotional programs.

Research Assistant

Dr. Amita Jain
02.2021 - 08.2021
  • Assisted Dr. Amita Jain in her Doctor of Philosophy dissertation based on the topic, EDTECH- The New Emerging Approach to Learning for a Holistic Development of Students During The COVID-19 Pandemic
  • Reviewed print and online resources to gather information
  • Checked facts and proofread and edited research documents to confirm accuracy.

Education

PGDip in Autism And Behavioural Science - Behavioral Sciences

George Brown College
04.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & Sociology

St. Andrews College of Arts, Science And Commerce, Mumbai, India
05.2021

High School Diploma -

St. Andrews College of Arts, Science & Commerce, Mumbai, India
05.2018

Secondary School Certificate -

Gokuldham High School & Jr. College, Mumbai, India
04.2016

Skills

  • Group Teaching Abilities
  • Behavioral Modeling
  • Behavior Management Techniques
  • Compassionate Care
  • ABA Techniques
  • Client Needs Assessment
  • Planning and Coordination

Timeline

Student Teacher - Clinton Public School
11.2022 - 12.2022
Psychology Intern - Havoc Therapy
05.2022 - 07.2022
Psychology Intern - Holistree
09.2021 - 05.2022
Administrative Manager - Aparigraha Foundation
07.2021 - 02.2022
Research Assistant - Dr. Amita Jain
02.2021 - 08.2021
George Brown College - PGDip in Autism And Behavioural Science, Behavioral Sciences
St. Andrews College of Arts, Science And Commerce - Bachelor of Arts, Psychology & Sociology
St. Andrews College of Arts, Science & Commerce - High School Diploma,
Gokuldham High School & Jr. College - Secondary School Certificate ,
VANSHIKA BALI