Anahita Pashazadeh
Vaughan,Canada
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Childcare and Educational Support Professional with over 10 years of experience working with children and youth across diverse educational and community settings. Skilled in supporting students with developmental, behavioural, and physical exceptionalities by implementing inclusive practices, safety strategies, and individualized learning supports. Adept at fostering positive relationships with students, families, and multidisciplinary teams to promote growth, well-being, and academic success. Fluent in English, Farsi, Turkish, and Russian, with proven ability to engage children from varied cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educator (Full time)
YMCA
02.2018 - Current
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Support children and youth with diverse learning and behavioral needs in before-and-after-school programs and classroom environments.
- Implement daily programming aligned with developmental goals, encouraging social, emotional, and cognitive growth.
- Monitor safety and provide physical care, including injury prevention and responsive supervision during outings and recreational activities.
- Collaborate with teachers and parents to address developmental concerns and reinforce strategies that promote integration and participation.
Pool/Facility Attendant
Toronto Parks & Recreation
01.2015 - Current
- Ensured child safety in aquatic environments by enforcing rules, monitoring activities, and providing first response during emergencies.
- Provided exceptional customer service to all guests, addressing their needs and concerns promptly.
- Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
- Checked side duty list for opening and closing procedures.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
- Enhanced pool safety by enforcing pool rules and regulations diligently.
In-Charge of On-site Supervisor
YMCA
01.2019 - 12.2019
- St. Edward Catholic School - before and after program
- Oversaw staff and programming for school-aged children, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and quality educational delivery.
- Engaged directly with students requiring additional support for social and emotional development.
- Trained new team members on site policies and procedures.
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
Daycare Worker
Hincks-Dell Crest Centre + Sickkids Centre
11.2015 - 11.2016
- Delivered direct care and behavioural support for children with emotional and developmental challenges.
- Assisted in therapeutic programming and liaised with families regarding progress and strategies.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Teacher Assistant
Central Montessori Schools
03.2017 - 02.2018
- Assisted in individualized learning for toddlers and preschool children using Montessori principles.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in consistent teaching approaches across multiple classrooms.
- Improved student comprehension by implementing innovative teaching methods and incorporating visual aids in lessons.
- Supported classroom activities, behavior guidance, and personalized developmental interventions.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents through regular communication about student progress and areas for growth, ultimately contributing to improved home-school partnerships.
- Provided timely feedback to students on their performance, allowing them to make adjustments as needed for continued improvement.
Wading Pool Attendant
Osler Playground
07.2015 - 09.2015
- Delivered excellent customer service by addressing patron concerns and answering questions about the facility''s amenities and rules.
- Prepared daily reports on attendance figures, incident logs, and other relevant data to track performance metrics.
- Assisted swimmers with proper use of equipment, promoting best practices in water safety.
- Kept accurate records of maintenance tasks completed daily, ensuring accountability measures were in place for all staff members.
Teacher
Hesaraki Elementary School
09.2003 - 01.2013
- Developed differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in improved student outcomes.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Established positive classroom environments that fostered open communication and collaboration between students.
Teacher
Shehremeni Elementary School
01.1992 - 01.1994
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Assigned daily lesson plans designed to motivate students and allow for creativity.
- Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in students.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.
Education
Bachelor - Early Childhood Education Diploma
Seneca College
Seneca Newnham Campus06.2019
ELT Program for Early Development -
Mothercraft College
Toronto10.2015
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Marmara University Goztepe Campus
İstanbul, Türkiye01.1992
Skills
- Multilingual Communication: Fluent in English, Farsi, Turkish, and Russian, enhancing connection with diverse student populations
- Student Support & Care: Assisting students with exceptionalities (developmental delays, autism, behavioural disorders, physical disabilities, mental health concerns)
- Individual Education Plans (IEPs): Supporting the development, implementation, and monitoring of individualized learning and safety plans
- Behaviour Management: Applying de-escalation strategies and CPI (Nonviolent Crisis Intervention) techniques to maintain a safe learning environment
- Personal & Medical Care: Providing toileting, feeding, hygiene, lifting, positioning, and mobility support in accordance with safety procedures
- Inclusive Practices: Promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion to support students from varied cultural and linguistic backgrounds
- Collaboration & Teamwork: Working closely with teachers, resource staff, families, and community agencies to improve student outcomes
- Program Implementation: Assisting in planning and delivering educational and recreational activities that promote student development and engagement
- Safety & Supervision: Ensuring student safety during classroom activities, transitions, field trips, and community integration opportunities
- Communication & Documentation: Maintaining clear communication with staff and families; recording observations, incident reports, and daily anecdotal notes
- Adaptability & Flexibility: Supporting students across multiple school sites and adjusting to diverse classroom settings and needs
Certification
- Daycare worker experience with more than 10 years of experience as an Elementary School Teacher
- Current First Aid and CPR Certification (Level C); Wading Pool Attendant Certification
- Languages: English, Farsi, Turkish and Russian
Timeline
In-Charge of On-site Supervisor
YMCA
01.2019 - 12.2019
Educator (Full time)
YMCA
02.2018 - Current
Teacher Assistant
Central Montessori Schools
03.2017 - 02.2018
Daycare Worker
Hincks-Dell Crest Centre + Sickkids Centre
11.2015 - 11.2016
Wading Pool Attendant
Osler Playground
07.2015 - 09.2015
Pool/Facility Attendant
Toronto Parks & Recreation
01.2015 - Current
Teacher
Hesaraki Elementary School
09.2003 - 01.2013
Teacher
Shehremeni Elementary School
01.1992 - 01.1994
Bachelor - Early Childhood Education Diploma
Seneca College
ELT Program for Early Development -
Mothercraft College
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Marmara University Goztepe Campus
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