Kayla Bhikam
5548 Bridgeport Gate, Mississauga ON, L5M 6N1
(H) 905-817-1843 (C) 647-896-1075
kbhika01@guelphhumber.ca
Objectives
I am a hard working and responsible individual seeking an employment opportunity
within a challenging and simulating environment, that will provide me with an
opportunity to effectively utilize my skills and gain further experience within a
progressive organization.
Education
University of Guelph-Humber - B.A.Sc. Early Childhood Education (April, 2014)
Stephen Lewis Secondary School – Ontario Secondary School Diploma (June,
2012)
Placement Experience
Learn ‘N Grow Child Care Centre (February 2011)
[6435 Erin Mills Pkwy, Mississauga ON, L5N 4H4]
 Helped children with their physical needs such as feeding and dressing
 Applied teaching techniques as demonstrated by the teacher
 Assisted with the preparation of activities
The Laughing Trunk Creative Learning Centre (March 2011)
[5602 Tenth Line West, Unit 106, Mississauga ON, L5M 7L9]
 Helped with room set-up and daily program planning
 Followed health and safety standards by cleaning up after activities and lunch
 Took part in children’s play scenarios and facilitated new learning experiences
St. Francis Xavier Child Care Centre (January–April 2012)
[50 Bristol Road West, Mississauga ON, L5R 3K3]
 Encouraged and promoted self-help skills in play situations
 Provided appropriate alternatives and redirected children when necessary
 Initiated communication and responded professionally to parents and families
Lullaboo Nursery and Child Care Centre (September–December 2012)
[5329 Ninth Line, Mississauga ON, L5M 5X5]
 Demonstrated professional attitudes, skills and beliefs
 Maintained a safe and healthy environment
 Planned a variety of developmentally appropriate learning experiences
Christie Ossington Neighbourhood Centre (February 2013)
[6435 Erin Mills Pkwy, Mississauga ON, L5N 4H4]
 Assisted with the preparation of healthy meals for individuals in need of
assistance
 Participated in one-on-one tutoring sessions with children
 Planned craft activities for children that promoted creativity and individuality
Happily Ever After: A Benefit Concert in Support of Free the Children (March
2013)
[918 Bathurst Street, Toronto ON, M5R 3G5]
 Greeted parents and children upon arrival
 Provided parents and children with their tickets
 Responsible for collecting money for the show
Mississauga Parent-Child Resource Centre (January–April 2013)
[6677 Meadowvale Town Circle, Unit 60, Mississauga ON, L5N 2R5]
 Offered and provided support to parents, children and families
 Planned a variety of learning experiences for the Toddler Time program
 Connected families to available resources within the community
Champlain Trail Public School (September 2013–April 2014)
[895 Ceremonial Drive Mississauga ON, L5R 3B5]
 Implemented a variety of lesson plans in accordance with the Ontario Curriculum
 Used verbal and non-verbal communication to encourage children’s positive
behaviour
 Fostered independence by allowing children a choice when appropriate
Work Experience
Best Buy Seasonal Sales Associate (December 2013)
[6075 Mavis Road, Mississauga Ontario, L5R 4G6]
 Greeted customers upon checkout and cashed out various products
 Returned and exchanged various products
 Responsible for large amounts of cash
The O’Neil Centre Office Assistant (July2009–Present)
[33 Christie Street, Toronto Ontario, M6G 3B1]
 Completed general office duties such as faxing and filing
 Conducted reception work including answering and directing phone calls
 Communicated in a professional manner with staff, residents and family
members
Responsive Management Inc. Office Assistant ( June 2011)
[48 Galaxy Blvd, Suite 415, Toronto ON, M9W 1A4]
 Responsible for putting together new abuse policy
 Updated code of conduct booklets to reflect new policy changes
 Completed general office duties such as organizing documents and shredding
files
Key Skills
Communication
Skills
Exceptional listener
and communicator
who can effectively
convey
information.
Time Management
Skills
Able to effectively
prioritize and
manage multiple
tasks at one time.
References
References are available upon request.
Problem Solving
Skills
Innovative problem
solver who can
generate practical
solutions and
resolve conflicts.
Organizational
Skills
Strives to complete
tasks with a high
degree of detail.