GHULAM ZUHRA SAM*
Walker Lakes SW, Edmonton, AB
Cell: 825-***-****
Email: ************@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE:
Seeking a position where I can apply my skills and experience in child development and supervision to contribute effectively to the organization’s success while enhancing my professional growth.
SKILLS:
Organizational Excellence:
Proven ability to manage multiple responsibilities, prioritize tasks, and maintain structured schedules. Consistently meet deadlines with a strong focus on efficiency and attention to detail. Adaptability & Problem Solving:
Thrives in dynamic environments. Adept at multitasking and handling pressure while maintaining quality output. Quick learner with the ability to adapt to new tools, systems, and protocols.
Effective Communication:
Strong written and verbal communication skills. Able to provide clear guidance, offer constructive feedback, and build positive relationships in both team and individual settings. Team Collaboration:
Experience in working within diverse teams, providing support, encouragement, and actively contributing to group success. Skilled in conflict resolution and maintaining a respectful team environment.
Time Management:
Efficient in managing time across multiple tasks, ensuring all responsibilities are completed effectively. Comfortable in high-paced environments. Child Development Expertise:
Knowledgeable in child behavior, development stages, and providing educational guidance. Skilled in working with children, including those with disabilities, to foster learning and positive behavior.
Tech:
Microsoft 365, google docs, google sheets, google slides EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION:
Child Care CPR, AED, Standard First Aid
Breath For Life Inc Sept 2024
Child Development Worker Certificate
McBride Career Group Inc. August 2020 – November 2020 Child Development Assistant Certificate
McBride Career Group Inc. August 2020 – November 2020 High School Diploma
J Percy Page High School, Edmonton September 2012 – June 2015 EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:
Child Care Development Assistant (Practicum)
Manning Crossing Daycare, Edmonton, AB December 2020 – March 2021
● Provide tailored care and support for children, including those with special needs, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
● Collaborate with senior staff to plan daily activities aimed at promoting child development and social skills.
● Monitor and evaluate children’s behavior, offering guidance and corrective measures as needed.
● Maintain a safe and organized environment, ensuring children’s physical and emotional well-being.
● Support children in their learning journey, assisting with reading, writing, and interactive play.
Lunch Supervisor
Michael Strzeminski School, Edmonton, AB October 2018 – June 2020
● Supervised students during lunch breaks, ensuring a safe and orderly environment. ● Assisted students with meal preparations, promoting hygiene and proper table manners. ● Managed and resolved minor disputes among students, ensuring a positive social environment.
● Coordinated playground activities, ensuring children’s safety and well-being during recess.
● Supported younger children with personal care needs and supervised their transitions between activities.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE:
Hospital Ambassador/Nursing Ambassador
Gray Nuns Community Hospital (Edmonton, AB)
Apr 2023 – Aug 2023
● Welcomed patients with a warm and professional demeanor, ensuring a positive first impression and fostering a comforting environment.
● Provided emotional support by engaging with lonely or anxious patients, improving their overall well-being through meaningful interaction.
● Proactively maintained a clean and organized environment by managing clutter, cleaning microwaves, and ensuring the availability of sanitized meal-related items. ● Assisted nursing staff with patient care tasks, including preparing patients for meals and ensuring dietary needs and restrictions (e.g., fluid/ice water restrictions) were adhered to.
● Collaborated with the healthcare team to ensure efficient operations by consistently stocking wheelchairs and delivering snacks post-meal service.
● Supported patients in recreational activities, facilitating the use of technology (iPads) and organizing board games to promote mental stimulation and social engagement. ● Played a key role in patient-centered care by facilitating meal services, ensuring patients’ comfort during meals, and adhering to hospital sanitation standards.