Zainab Rahimi

Compassionate and dependable childcare and school support professional with hands-on experience working with students and young children, including students with special needs. Experienced in providing one-to-one supervision, supporting mobility and daily routines, promoting positive behaviour, and maintaining safe and inclusive environments. Strong communication, patience, teamwork, and relationship-building skills.

Holds a High School Diploma and First Aid/CPR certification, with a strong interest in supporting students' learning, independence, safety, and overall well-being.

Lunchroom Supervisor at Lincoln Avenue Public School (2024-09 – Present)

• Provide supervision and support to students during lunch periods while maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive school environment.
• Support students with special needs during lunch and assist with individual needs as required.
• Provide one-to-one supervision to help students remain safe and engaged during school routines.
• Assist students with mobility needs and support safe movement throughout the lunch environment.
• Communicate patiently and respectfully with students while responding to their individual needs.
• Support positive behaviour by providing clear expectations, redirection, encouragement, and consistent supervision.
• Monitor student interactions and respond appropriately to safety or behavioural concerns.
• Build positive relationships with students and encourage respectful communication and social interaction.
• Work cooperatively with school staff to help maintain a supportive environment for students.

Childcare Worker (2025-01 – Present)

• Provide attentive care and supervision for children from infancy through age six.
• Support children with daily routines, transitions, activities, and personal needs.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment that encourages positive social interactions.
• Use patience and clear communication to help children understand expectations and routines.
• Encourage children's independence while providing appropriate assistance when needed.
• Observe children's behaviour and respond calmly and appropriately to individual needs.
• Support age-appropriate activities that encourage social, emotional, and developmental skills.
• Communicate respectfully with children, families, and other caregivers.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment for children.

High School Diploma