Zalina Jamaldin
Ajax
Summary
To obtain full-time employment at a daycare center as a Child Care Assistant.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Care Assistant
Schoolhouse Playcare Centres Of Durham
09.2021 - Current
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences, providing insights and updates on each child's development and progress.
- Organized classroom materials effectively to optimize space utilization while keeping resources readily accessible.
- Collaborated with fellow ECE assistants to create a positive and nurturing environment for children's growth.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, behavioral incidents, and academic progress for review by lead teachers.
- Participated in professional development workshops, staying current on best practices in early childhood education.
- Contributed to the development of engaging lesson plans that catered to each child's unique interests and strengths.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Key Holder
Dollarama
05.2013 - 09.2021
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Oversaw store operations by counting cash drawers, reviewing equipment management, and supervising staff.
- Monitored associates throughout each assigned shift and professionally managed any challenges to maintain optimal store performance.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and promote long-term loyalty for increased sales.
- Enhanced customer experience by providing exceptional service and addressing inquiries promptly.
- Trained and supervised new employees to apply best practices in customer service and store operations.
Cashier
Shoppers Drug Mart
09.2015 - 04.2017
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
Childcare Provider
At Home Day Care
09.2005 - 12.2012
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Maintained clean facilities by following sanitation protocols, ensuring a healthy environment
- Administered first aid when needed, adhering to established protocols to ensure child safety and wellbeing.
- Managed behavior issues effectively using positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a respectful atmosphere within the childcare setting.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child''s achievements or concerns while offering guidance on home-based support strategies.
- Ensured child safety through vigilant supervision, maintaining proper ratios during indoor and outdoor activities.
- Assisted children in developing fine motor skills through play-based learning activities such as puzzles and stacking blocks.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Barrackpore Senior Secondary School
Trinidad And Tobago06-1995
Skills
- Training new employees and ensuring that employees are following guidelines
- Positive reinforcement
- Hygiene and cleanliness
- Activity planning
- Meal preparation
- Time management skills
- Cash handling
- Team collaboration
- Store maintenance
- Workplace safety
- Staff training and development
- Special needs support
Certification
- SafetyCheck Advanced Food Safety Certification Program Training - 2022-2027
- CPR Certified C - 2021-2025
Timeline
Child Care Assistant
Schoolhouse Playcare Centres Of Durham
09.2021 - Current
Cashier
Shoppers Drug Mart
09.2015 - 04.2017
Key Holder
Dollarama
05.2013 - 09.2021
Childcare Provider
At Home Day Care
09.2005 - 12.2012
High School Diploma -
Barrackpore Senior Secondary School
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