Aaliyah Lachance

4 Rannie Court Thorold, Ontario, L2V 4X2

Phone: 647-686-2533 E-Mail: 94lastchance@gmail.com

Career Objective:
Looking for summer student employment, to be able to financially support myself through university and to gain
perspectives in my chosen field of international development.

Summary of Qualifications

Peer Leader in the Regent Park Community during the process of the Revitalization
Very friendly, diplomatic, helpful and enthusiastic in assisting people in a professional manner
Strong conflict resolution skills
Excellent character, integrity and adaptability
Ability to communicate effectively and work with a variety of diverse ethnic backgrounds, and socio/economic
backgrounds
Ability to work with minimal supervision executing written and oral instructions
Physically fit and able to perform to physical tasks
Role modeled safe behaviors, both personally and professionally

Education

Niagara College Canada (NOTL)

September 2013-Current
Pursuing a Bachelor of Applied Business- International Commerce and Global Development
Second Year

Eastern Commerce Collegiate Institute

Received O.S.S.D
Successfully obtained honor roll while volunteering and working part-time

September 2009-2013

Employment Experience

Dixon Hall
Summer 2014
Camp Counsellor
Took primary responsibility for the health, well-being and happiness of campers
Planned weekly programming for children ages 8-9 and participated in training and in post camp closing
Maintained a positive working relationship with other staff
Modeled safe behavior by understanding rule and regulations
Observed campers behavior, assessed its appropriateness, enforced appropriate safety regulations and emergency
procedures, and applied appropriate behavior management techniques
Toronto District School Board
Summer 2013
Caretaker
Received 40 hours of training covering safety, procedures, and hands-on equipment operation
Carrying out security procedures for school buildings and grounds.
All cleaning and related operations carried out to a safe system of work to ensure safety of staff and others.
Using the caretakers cleaning materials in the prescribed manner, accepting responsibility for the equipment used
and ensuring the safe usage and storage of such equipment and materials in accordance with the COSHH
regulation currently in force
Carrying out any reasonable instructions of the head caretaker relating to the cleaning and maintenance of school
premises
Assisted prepping classrooms for next year, including sweeping, moping, waxing floors, wiping down chalkboards,
furniture, windows, walls, and removing unwanted items from each class room
Cleaned hallways, bathrooms, lockers
Assist in minor grounds maintenance and garbage removal

Dixon Hall
Summer 2012
Camp Counsellor
Took primary responsibility for the health, well-being and happiness of campers
Guided campers in participating successfully in all aspects of camp activities
Planned weekly programming for children ages 10-12
Participated in training and in post camp closing
Maintained a positive working relationship with other staff
Observed campers behavior, assessed its appropriateness, enforced appropriate safety regulations and
emergency procedures, and applied appropriate behavior management techniques
Dixon Hall
Dec 2010- January 2012
Youth Leader in Drug Prevention Project
Participated in a drug education training and orientation
Abided by the policies and procedures of Dixon Hall
Assisted in developing and implementation of 10-12 workshops for youth ages 10-24 that will be creative and
challenging
Took a lead role in ensuring workshops are organized and implemented as planned
Responsible for workshop set-up, and supervising space during program
Operated in an effective, efficient and client focused manner to achieve the best outcomes for the clients
Demonstrated flexibility and incorporated new knowledge into workshops
Participated in drug prevention education and co-facilitated activities/workshops to support the goals of the Children
and Youth Department in the area of drug use

Volunteer Experience

Sister 2 Sister
Sept 2009- June 2010
Volunteer Program Planner
Assisted in planning topics to be discussed in program
Attended monthly meetings to discuss program development
Participated in an event with Grade 8 girls to discuss topics of interest including sexual health, self esteem and
violence prevention
Dixon Hall
Summer 2009
Volunteer Program Assistant
Planned weekly activities for youth to participate in
Escorted youth on special events and activities and ensured their safety
Prepared and served nutritious meals and snacks to youth and cleaned up after meals
Assisted counselors in supervising up to 20 youth aged 4-12 years old in the participation of recreational and
developmental activities
Recorded attendance and ensured that youth interacted with each other in a cordial fashion
Led by example

References Available Upon Request