Melissa Leinweber
Dedicated and compassionate child and youth care professional
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Dedicated and compassionate child and youth care professional with over a decade of experience supporting children and adolescents with diverse needs. Skilled in behavioural support, de-escalation, and individualized care planning. Seeking to contribute my strong work ethic, teamwork, and knowledge of youth development to a Facility Youth Worker position within a correctional or structured environment.
Experience
Educational Assistant - Fort McMurray Roman Catholic Separate School Division - Fort McMurray, AB
(2024-01)
- Support student growth in cognitive, physical, social, and communication development.
- Implement individualized behaviour plans for students with special needs.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (OT, PT, SLP, CST) to promote student success.
- Apply safe and compassionate de-escalation strategies.
- Completed extensive training in safety, conflict management, cultural sensitivity, and hazard prevention.
Bookkeeper / Personal Assistant - Horseshoe Hauling Ltd. - Rocky Mountain House, AB
(2021-01)
- Manage financial records, employee hours, and budgeting for family-owned business.
- Maintain accurate documentation and inventory control.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and administrative deadlines.
Nanny - Private Family - Trochu, AB
(2020-10 - 2021-12)
- Designed stimulating, age-appropriate learning activities for young children.
- Promoted growth through structured routines and hands-on learning experiences.
- Assisted with household management and child well-being.
Lead Early Childhood Educator - BrightPath Childcare - Red Deer, AB
(2014-07 - 2020-08)
- Led classrooms for infants through five-year-olds using play-based curriculum.
- Implemented behaviour management and developmental strategies.
- Supported children with special needs in collaboration with specialists.
- Contributed to two successful accreditation renewals and licensing inspections.
- Mentored practicum students from Red Deer College.
Practicum Student - Red Deer College Children's Program - Red Deer, AB
(2013-09 - 2013-12)
- Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate daily activities.
- Promoted pro-social skills and effective communication with children and families.
Babysitter - Private Family - Rocky Mountain House, AB
(2010-08 - 2020-12)
- Provided safe and nurturing care for children over a 10-year period.
- Planned structured activities promoting learning and socialization.
Education
Diploma - Early Learning and Child Care - Red Deer College (2013 - 2017)
High School Diploma - West Central High School (2013)
