PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

My professional experience has helped shape my understanding of Child and Youth Care in meaningful and practical ways. Through school-based support roles, behavioural work, and direct experience with children and youth, I have developed a deeper understanding of relationship-based support, emotional regulation, behaviour intervention, safety, and the importance of adapting care to meet each child’s needs.

Toronto District School Board

  • Emergency Educational Assistant
  • Noon Hour Assistant



My experience with the Toronto District School Board has been a significant part of my development as an emerging Child and Youth Care practitioner. In school-based settings, I supported children and youth through structured activities, outdoor play, classroom routines, individualized engagement, and community outings. These experiences reinforced the importance of flexibility, emotional safety, inclusion, and relationship-based support while working with students with behavioural, developmental, emotional, and academic needs.

Meet our team

My experience in Calgary strengthened my ability to support children in structured group environments through relationship-based and engaging practice. These moments reflect the importance of creating safe, inclusive, and interactive spaces where children feel comfortable participating, connecting with peers, and being part of a supportive group. Through circle activities, classroom engagement, and outdoor play, I continued building my skills in communication, facilitation, emotional support, and child-centred practice.

One of the most meaningful parts of this experience was creating opportunities for connection, confidence, and shared success through outdoor activities with youth.

ABA TORONTO

As an RBT therapist in training, I supported the implementation of treatment plans, behavioural data collection, and skill-building activities under supervision. This experience strengthened my understanding of individualized support, behaviour observation, and the importance of balancing structure with compassionate, person-centred care.