Zahra Jafri
Edmonton
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with experience at Extendicare Leduc, positive, patient, adaptable with strong skills in communication. Enhanced residents' quality of life through meaningful interactions and recreational activities. Proven reliability and teamwork contributed to a supportive environment, ensuring safety and emotional well-being for all. Committed to fostering positive relationships and promoting independence. Eager to learn and grow.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
After-school Tutor/Academic Peer Tutor
10.2025 - Current
- Assisted students with homework and study skills to enhance academic performance.
- Provided individualized tutoring sessions tailored to diverse learning styles and needs.
- Developed engaging lesson plans that aligned with curriculum standards and student interests.
- Utilized educational software and resources to reinforce concepts and track progress.
- Adapted instructional methods based on student feedback to improve understanding of subjects.
- Introduced creative learning strategies that catered to diverse learner needs, enhancing overall educational experience.
Long Term Care Volunteer
Extendicare Leduc
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted elderly residents with daily activities, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
- Provided companionship and emotional support, fostering positive relationships with residents.
- Participated in recreational activities, encouraging social interaction among residents.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of common areas to ensure a safe environment.
- Observed and reported changes in residents' conditions, ensuring timely interventions by nursing staff.
- Promoted a sense of community within the facility by actively participating in group events, holiday celebrations, and other social gatherings involving both patients and staff members.
- Assisted nursing staff in daily tasks, resulting in a more efficient and organized work environment.
- Contributed to the well-being of disabled patients by engaging them in meaningful conversations and activities.
- Disinfected tools, equipment and surfaces between patients.
- Assisting Staff by photocopying forms and filling out basic information such as Name, Age, Allergies, and date permitted
Caregiving Within Family
Parents Of Children
09.2022 - Current
- Supervised children's activities, ensuring safety and engagement throughout playtime.
- Developed and implemented creative educational games to stimulate learning and curiosity.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
- Implemented reward system for chores and homework, motivating positive behavior.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dr. Anne Anderson High School
Edmonton, AB06-2026
Skills
- Compassionate caregiving
- Reliability and punctuality
- Safety awareness
- Medical record documentation
- Elderly assistance
- Dementia care
- Confidentiality
- Empathetic and understanding
- Hard working
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem solving
- Relationship building
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Urdu
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Full Professional
Interests
- Fundraising Events
- Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
- DIY and Home Improvement
- Knitting and Crocheting
- Reading
- Strategy Games
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- Acting and Theater
- I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
- Bead weaving bracelets
- clay/pottery work
Timeline
After-school Tutor/Academic Peer Tutor
10.2025 - Current
Long Term Care Volunteer
Extendicare Leduc
03.2025 - Current
Caregiving Within Family
Parents Of Children
09.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
Dr. Anne Anderson High School