Taylor Amirault Ettinger

Dynamic and community-oriented professional with over five years of experience across public engagement, historic interpretation, youth development, and event leadership. Proven track record of delivering exceptional customer service, managing on-site event logistics, and building authentic connections with diverse demographics. Skilled collaborator and proactive problem-solver recognized for elevating the guest and participant experience while ensuring site safety and operational excellence in child-care, museum and event settings.

CHILD CARE PRACTITIONER at YMCA of Niagara (2023-09 – 2025-09)

• Planned and implemented age-appropriate programming for children.
• Created an atmosphere that was stimulating, encouraging, supportive, respectful and fun.
• Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while responding quickly to changing needs of the children.
• Communicated with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and related issues.
• Developed individualized care plans to meet the needs of each child.

YOUTH ACTION TEAM MEMBER at YMCA of Niagara (2023-09 – 2024-06)

• Planned and led recreational programs for youth ages 10 to 14.
• Built relationships with youth and be a positive role model.
• Adapted quickly to changing priorities and demonstrated flexibility in responding to needs of children.

DAY CAMP SITE SUPERVISOR at YMCA of Niagara (2023-06 – 2023-09)

• Organized programs and ensured safe, quality programs for participants and staff.
• Provided staff supervision including training, mentoring, coaching and performance evaluations.
• Organized all aspects of the operation of camp (e.g., registration, parent/guardian liaison, promotion, set up, closing).
• Addressed parental/guardian concerns and ensured maximum customer satisfaction.
• Participated in all mandatory training and adhere to the YMCA Child Protection Policies and Procedures as established by the YMCA of Niagara.

HISTORICAL INTERPRETER at Province of Nova Scotia (2022-06 – 2023-05)

• Provided historical information and program development expertise for public programs, special events and educational and experiential groups.
• Contributed to the development of special events, exhibits, research projects and community initiatives.
• Preformed administrative tasks to support the program.
• Assisted with the security, maintenance and preservation of the site and collection.
• Compiled statistical data regarding visitor attendance and feedback following guided tours or special programs.

ARCHAEOLOGICAL FIELD TECHNICIAN at Detritus Consulting LTD. (2021-09 – 2022-05)

• Completed archaeological fieldwork following requirements of the current Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists issued by the Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism (MCM).
• Supported Field Directors and provided assistance where needed.
• Worked in conjunction and collaboration with local Indigenous and Descendant community representatives.
• Assisted with excavation projects by recording stratigraphic layers, soil colors, soil types, and other features.
• Adapted quickly to changing weather conditions in order to ensure successful completion of assignments.

SERVER at 1881 Steakhouse and Burger ar (2021-09 – 2022-04)

• Provided excellent customer service by anticipating needs and responding promptly to requests.
• Greeted and accommodated guests, building positive experience from first interaction.
• Demonstrated ability to interact with customers in a friendly and professional manner.

PROGRAM EVENTS LEADER at West Hants Regional Municipality (2021-06 – 2021-09)

• Organized and implemented high quality programs and community events for the general public.
• Successfully managed multiple high-priority projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and budget requirements.
• Created inclusive and positive experiences for the community through the various programs and recreation services.
• Managed program risk, adhering to safety protocols as per Municipal policies.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate, lead and mentor team members.

GENEALOGY ASSISTANT at West Hants Historical Society (2019-05 – 2020-09)

Summer Position (Summer 2019 & 2020)

• Assisted individuals research and explore family histories, using various genealogical resources and historical records.
• Collaborating in team initiatives to plan the museum's growth.
• Assisting in the curation and interpretation of exhibits.
• Covering shifts at Fort Edward, National Historical Site.

CASHIER at D&W Swinimers Convenience (2016-06 – 2019-04)

• Cashier at multifaceted convenience store.
• The store sold general convenience items, as well as ice cream, deli meats, and hot/cooked food (hamburgers, donairs, sandwiches, etc).
• Roles as cashier included frontline customer service, processing transactions, managing payments, balancing cash drawers.
• Making hot/cooked food, serving ice cream, and deli meats.
• Opening and closing duties.

Bachelor of Education in Education – University of Ottawa

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Anthropology, Honours – McMaster University (2021-06)

High School Diploma – King's-Edgehill School (2017-06)