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Work History
Education
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Rachel Aviva Shavrick

Baltimore

Summary

Dedicated professional with extensive experience in child development and special needs support, notably at Otsar Early Childhood Center. Proven ability to create nurturing environments and implement effective behavior management strategies. Skilled in fostering emotional support and promoting safety, ensuring positive experiences for children and young adults alike.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Private Nanny

Miri Slone
Baltimore
12.2020 - 07.2021
  • provided attentive care for 5-month-old infant in private home setting.
  • supported developmental milestones through age-appropiate play and interaction
  • maintained consistent feeding, diapering, and nap routines
  • ensured a safe, nurturing, and engaging enviroment for the child

Stylist

Orna's Wigs
Baltimore
09.2020 - 06.2021
  • Supervised front-end of salon, booked appointments, inventoried sales area and operated the register to receive payments from clients
  • Assisted other stylists with busy periods in the salon.
  • wash and sets

Teaching Assistant

Moussia Dalfin
Baltimore
08.2018 - 06.2019
  • Co-led a playgroup for 2 year olds, supporting social, emotional, and cognitive development
  • took full responsibility for the group in the lead teacher's absence
  • facilitated structured play, circle time, and age-appropiate educational activities
  • assisted with daily routines including snack time, cleanup, and transitions

Teaching Assistant

Yeshiva of Flatbush
Brooklyn
09.2017 - 06.2018
  • Helped managa classroom routines and supported educational activities for 5-year-old students
  • provided one-on-one and small group assistance to reinforce learning
  • Assisted with classroom setup, crafts, and holiday events

Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Otsar Early Childhood Center
Brooklyn
09.2016 - 06.2017
  • completed a DASA certificate prior to starting the job
  • Maintained confidentiality while working with sensitive information about students' disabilities.
  • Assisted in creating a positive learning environment for all students by providing one-on-one support as needed using ABA methods.
  • Supported classroom teachers with managing student behavior issues.
  • Implemented behavior management systems through using positive ABA reinforcement methods
  • Ensured safety at all times by monitoring playground activities and supervising field trips.

Mother's Helper of Infant

Elizabeth Rosenzweig
Toronto
08.2015 - 07.2016
  • Assisted with daily infant care routines
  • provided attentive, nurturing care to promote infant's comfort and development
  • Helped maintain a clean and safe nursery enovirment

Jop Coach/mentor for Special Needs Young Adults

Yachad Toronto
Toronto
07.2014 - 08.2014
  • Supported young adults with special needs throughout daily camp activities, ensuring safety, inclusion, and enjoyment.
  • Assisted with campers' personal care and sanitary needs respectfully and professionally.
  • Encourage participation in recreational, vocational, and social activities, providing one-on-one support as needed.
  • Built trusting, meaningful relationships by offering companionship, emotional support, and mentorship.
  • Fostered independance while ensuring a fun and engaging experience for all participants

Teaching Assistant

Eitz Chaim Schools
Toronto
11.2012 - 01.2014
  • supported lead teacher in daily classroom activities and routines for a class of 2-year-olds
  • Assisted with implementing lesson plans , circle times and other appropriate learning acitivites
  • Communicated effectively with the lead teacher and other assistants to support classroom needs and students well-being.
  • Assisted with diapering, toileting, meals, outdoor/indoor play and rest time as needed
  • Followed all instructions from lead teacher and contributed to a positive team atmosphere

Spokesperson/mentor for Troubled Youth

Tikva House
Toronto
06.2012 - 08.2012
  • Helped launch a nonprofit center supporting troubled youth, focused on providing safe, welcoming environment for teens in need
  • Served as a mentor and positive role model, offering guidance, encouragment, and emotional support to young teens facing personal challenges
  • Contributed to the physical development of the space by helping with painting, decorating, and setting up essential services such as internet and phone and tv coverage
  • Assisted in program planning and implementation to meet the needs of at-risk youth
  • Authored and shared a heartfelt "Letter of Hope" to promote the center and inspire young people to seek help and feel seen
  • Acted as a spokesperson for the organization, advocating for youth wellness and community involvment

Kitchen Staff

Camp Moshava Ennismore
Peterborough
07.2010 - 08.2010
  • Worked in the kitchen preparing 3 meals/ per day for 500 campers and staff

Camp Counselor in Training

Camp Moshava Ennismore
Peterborough
06.2009 - 08.2009
  • counselor in training.
  • Worked in the Arts and Crafts program
  • Assisted lead counselors of 11 year old girls with some of their daily activities

Gallery Assistant

AWOL Art Gallery
Toronto
07.2008 - 08.2008
  • Supported the organization and set up of an upcoming art exhibition featuring canadian artists.
  • Assisted with handling, and arranging artwork for display

Education

Neve Yerushalayim
Israel
02-2014

High School Diploma -

City Academy
Toronto, Ontario
06-2011

Skills

  • Infant care
  • Child development
  • Behavior management
  • Safety supervision
  • Routine maintenance
  • Creative play
  • Emotional support
  • Nurturing environment
  • writing
  • arts and Crafts/Creativity
  • Special needs experience
  • Skill building

Accomplishments

  • Jewish Educational Writers contest- 1st prize awarded for poem written in 2005

Volunteer experience

  • 2007-2011-Community Service: Achieved 60+ hours volunteering for Zareinu Educational Center
  • Baycrest Nursing home : Art Program assistant
  • After school Art program for Youth
  • J-Serve : Companion at old age home
  • Phone Research for 2011 Provincial election

Certification

  • DASA Certificate completed through the NYSED workshop course

Timeline

Private Nanny

Miri Slone
12.2020 - 07.2021

Stylist

Orna's Wigs
09.2020 - 06.2021

Teaching Assistant

Moussia Dalfin
08.2018 - 06.2019

Teaching Assistant

Yeshiva of Flatbush
09.2017 - 06.2018

Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Otsar Early Childhood Center
09.2016 - 06.2017

Mother's Helper of Infant

Elizabeth Rosenzweig
08.2015 - 07.2016

Jop Coach/mentor for Special Needs Young Adults

Yachad Toronto
07.2014 - 08.2014

Teaching Assistant

Eitz Chaim Schools
11.2012 - 01.2014

Spokesperson/mentor for Troubled Youth

Tikva House
06.2012 - 08.2012

Kitchen Staff

Camp Moshava Ennismore
07.2010 - 08.2010

Camp Counselor in Training

Camp Moshava Ennismore
06.2009 - 08.2009

Gallery Assistant

AWOL Art Gallery
07.2008 - 08.2008

Neve Yerushalayim

High School Diploma -

City Academy
Rachel Aviva Shavrick