Kalea Kirsh Email & Phone Number

Hamilton, On, Ca

Dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive space for autistic girls and nonbinary individuals aged 12-17, through the design and facilitation of 'Wildflowers' social and support group. Commitment to the promotion of neurodiversity affirmation, accessibility, and empowerment.➤Development and implementation of a groundbreaking social and support group, 'Wildflowers,' tailored specifically for autistic girls and nonbinary individuals, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and strengthening environment.➤Applies skills in graphic design to create both the Participant Resource and Activity Book as well as the Wildflowers Welcome Package. (https://dorizener.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Wildflowers-Welcome-Package.pdf)➤ Co-developed engaging, relatable and informative weekly content, which provides comprehensive support and resources for program participants.➤ Leverages personal experiences and insights to guide program development and facilitation, fostering deeper understanding and connection with participants.➤Dedicated to valuing all minds and celebrating neurodiversity, without any intention of altering or reforming individuals.➤Actively cultivates a vibrant and supportive community which empowers participants, reshapes narratives, and champions inclusion and diversity.

Create customized methods of communication for those with disabilities who may struggle to have their needs met effectively according to neurotypical and able-bodied standards of connection & communication➤ 400+ Customized units shipped globally including clientele across Canada, the United States, Australia, The United Kingdom, Germany, Sweden, Switzerland, Iceland, Bulgaria, Norway, the Netherlands, France, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Ireland and Spain.

Promote prosperity within neurodiverse youth populations through education, empowerment, coaching and support. Connect with employers to cultivate inclusive opportunities that value the unique skillsets and talents associated with cognitive, social and emotional variance

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Ontario, Canada

Assisted in the development and delivery of relevant career workshops, events, resources, services, employment counselling and educational materials to support job seekers who face barriers to finding meaningful employment

Regional Municipality Of York, Ontario, Canada

Conveyed educational material through innovative deliveries that fostered knowledge retention for students who faced difficulty with traditional means of learning. Served 12+ private clients in both elementary and secondary schools across all subjects

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Leadership position at Mohawk College where enthusiasm and planning skills were utilized to recruit students within the Mohawk College community, allowing them to become active participants in the greater Hamilton community. Assisted in overseeing both onsite and offsite events to support our most vulnerable demographics through collaborative and non-hierarchal efforts

Newmarket, Ontario, Canada

Responsibly carried out overall planning, implementation, and delivery of specified recreation programs within the Town of Newmarket. Instructed the class, communicated with participants and parents, and reported any issues, concerns, or developments to the Recreation Programmer. Worked with all ages, with a specific emphasis on those aged 3-17, with groups averaging 20 participants per class.Positions Held: ➤Badminton Instructor➤Basketball Instructor➤Learn to Play Instructor➤Soccer Instructor➤Girls Variety Sports Instructor➤Family Camping Programmer➤Drop-in Gym Monitor ➤Dance Program Assistant

Aurora, Ontario, Canada

The forefront of the clerical and administrative duties concerning the smooth operation of programming and participant success. Received phone calls, managed correspondence, developed and maintained filing systems, organized meetings, scheduled programming, registered participants and processed payments

Aurora, Ontario, Canada

Utilized infrared spectroscopy to analyze the fingerprints and identification of pharmaceutical compounds and functional groups within molecules

Newmarket, Ontario, Canada

Effectively carried out programming and activities within multiple age groups which were centric to a stimulating environment. Facilitated biking, badminton, literacy, wet & wild and cooking programs with youth participants. Unique integration of education and recreation that encouraged a valuable learning experience for all involved

Certificate, Introduction To Accessible Content Creation

Studies fostered the ability to demonstrate principles of Universal Design in accessible media production. Acquired the appropriate.

Shad Program, Steam & Entrepreneurship

Equipped as a youth to take on social and economic challenges with a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) lens..

Advanced Diploma, Biotechnology

Explored biology at the molecular, micro and engineering levels. Participated in world-class labs and research to solve real-world.