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Growing up I’ve been a very lucky person because I was able to grow up with loving parents who would regularly show affection to me. My mom, being a kindergarten teacher, has told me so much about what she does at work and it is very clear that she is so passionate in  what she does, and that she loves the kids that she teaches. While growing up seeing and hearing my mom talk about some children who have not had the best lives I immediately knew that that’s what I wanted to do, I wanted to be able to better the lives of children. I knew from a very young age that I wanted to help children who are less fortunate in different types of ways. When I learned about being a child and youth care worker I immediately knew that this was the profession for me. I know that this is the right field for me because of my core beliefs. I believe that every child should have an equal chance no matter their ethnicity, or disabilities. I am also a very strong believer in justice. I truly believe that children do deserve justice for being mistreated and I want to be able to help those children to achieve that. I was also really called to the field because of the characteristics that you need to have while working amongst children. I am a very calm, and encouraging person with great social communication skills as well as the ability to think quickly in tough situations. Being able to help children is all that I want to do. Which is why I knew that being a child and youth care worker would allow me to live my passions in my career.

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Challenges that I foresee in the future while working in the child and youth care field would be setting boundaries and overcoming barriers. As an older sister I feel as though I’m a very empathetic person which may be an issue. I know that some people aren’t comfortable with any type of affection and that would be difficult for me because I like to be able to comfort people. I know that because this is not always acceptable, boundaries are very important. I believe that they are important for myself as well as for the children that I am working with and so I know that I need to set boundaries for myself as well as children's boundaries for them, and follow them to ensure that everybody is as comfortable as they can be. Another challenge that might come up while working would be communication barriers. Meaning, either language barriers because they speak a different language, or mental barriers that make it difficult for them to speak and express themselves. I believe that these two would be the biggest challenges for me entering the field.

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Throughout my journey being a child and youth care worker I hope to give children confidence, and to maintain a safe and comfortable space. Being able to see a child flourish when they themselves didn't think that they would be able to would be the greatest accomplishment. Knowing that I am able to change the lives of children who cannot change them for themselves. I also hope to accomplish being able to understand the needs of children, and providing them with things to encourage them into becoming a part of society. Another thing that I hope to accomplish is experience. Having experience will allow me to better myself as a person because being a child and youth care worker requires selflessness and integrity.

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March 3, 2022Lesley Hawley

Afterschool Food Service Leader

Toronto Kiwanis Boys and Girls Club

101 Spruce St

Toronto, ON M5A 3J2

RE: Afterschool Food Service Leader Position

Dear Lesley Hawley,

Having seen the opening position at the Toronto Kiwanis Boys and Girls Club I quickly recognized this position with a high interest. Being in the field of child and youth care, and my values aligning with the program's goals, I believe that I will be a strong addition to your team. My career interest includes providing children with respect and catering towards their needs whilst assisting them with challenges that they may face.

I believe that if given this experience I will be able to become more comfortable in an environment around children, and will also learn about proper nutrition when catering towards children. When volunteering as an assistant teacher in JCC youth groups I was responsible for sanitizing, cleaning and disinfecting commonly used spaces,and learnt the importance of doing so on a timed schedule.

Thank you for your time, and hope to hear from you for an interview,

Roshana Sajan

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ROSHANA SAJAN

Stouffville, ON

647-784-4701|Roshana.Sajan@ryerson.ca

QUALIFICATIONS

Languages: Fluent in English, and french.

Fully vaccinated.

Knowledge of all standard computer software. (Microsoft Office Suite, G Suite, HTML)

Excellent verbal and written & communication skills.

Canadian Red Cross Emergency first aid CPR/AED Level C:  Issued in 2017.

Currently majoring in Child and Youth Care at Ryerson University

EDUCATION

OSSD

Country Gardens Montessori Academy, Newmarket ON                                             Sept 2016- June 2021

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.): Child and Youth Care Sept 2021 - Present

Ryerson University, Toronto, ON

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Horse Therapy Center Of Canada (Stouffville ON) Dec 2018- June 2019

Assisted special needs children in hippotherapy by maintaining safe and comfortable boundaries while encouraging them to engage in therapeutic activities.

Acted as customer service receptionist by answering phone calls, and answering questions regarding the organization and programs.

Youth Group Assistant Teacher Aug 2019- Feb 2020

Assisted in the classroom alongside another volunteer with 12 children aged 4-5.

Demonstrated leadership, and assisted children in any activities that they needed assistance with.

Babysitting June 2021- Present

Care for children ages 2, 7 and 11 during parents absences during evenings and occasionally overnight.

Created learning games, and assisted children with eating, homework and bathing.

Maintained open and constant communication with parents.

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1. To whom it may concern,
Hello my name is Deavon Oliver & I am writing this reference letter for Roshana Sajan. I can confirm to you that she is a well kept, responsible & professional woman. My wife & I have trusted her while baby sitting our 2 kids(age 3 & 6) while both of us would have full time jobs. We are very thankful for the quality of care she provides for our kids. She always comes in on time & follows up with us hourly so we are updated on our kids. I appreciate her communication & would definitely recommend her.
If you have any follow ups feel free to give me a call as a reference
289-952-2005.
Deavon Oliver
2. To whom it may concern,
My name is Tiffany and I have been working alongside Roshana for the past 8 months.
Roshana is, responsible, organized, well- spoken and is a person with good morals. She is always well mannered and calm.
Roshana is calm, dedicated, and always ready to help whenever and wherever she may be needed.
I can confirm that she is a dependable and would be an asset to the child and youth care field as she is working alongside me.
Please to not hesitate to call me
(289)380-0944
Regards, Tiffany Kaz

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Occupational Health and Safety Standards Certificate

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Occupational Health and Safety Standards Certificate

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Call It Out: Racism, Racial Discrimination and Human Rights Certificate 

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Call It Out: Racism, Racial Discrimination and Human Rights Certificate 

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Working Together: The Code and AODA Certificate

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Working Together: The Code and AODA Certificate