Michela Da Silva Email & Phone Number

Vaughan, On, Ca

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Vaughan, Ontario, Canada

► Hired on the leadership team in the first year and created the academic counseling program as well as the after school program and process in a growing private school. ► Worked with the leadership team to create and execute engaging content to students and families for High School Information Night & Ontario Universities Applications. ► Improved the user experience of the learning management system EDU24 and Moodle website by collaborating with teachers and the IT department… Show more ► Hired on the leadership team in the first year and created the academic counseling program as well as the after school program and process in a growing private school. ► Worked with the leadership team to create and execute engaging content to students and families for High School Information Night & Ontario Universities Applications. ► Improved the user experience of the learning management system EDU24 and Moodle website by collaborating with teachers and the IT department. Recommendations improved transparency during reporting periods. ► Streamlined 120 student files from the learning management system by using excel skills to keep track of student information. Show less

St. Gregory The Great Catholic School

► Spearheaded the creation, delivery and evaluation of virtual COVID-19 Parent Info Night and Staff training to ensure transparency and safety for community stakeholders. ► Maintained organization during a pandemic by implementing initiatives which include, health and safety risk assessment, and created new documentation charts to properly reflect ever changing public health requirements.► Effectively budgeted a $14,000 grant awarded to our location to improve the program space. I was… Show more ► Spearheaded the creation, delivery and evaluation of virtual COVID-19 Parent Info Night and Staff training to ensure transparency and safety for community stakeholders. ► Maintained organization during a pandemic by implementing initiatives which include, health and safety risk assessment, and created new documentation charts to properly reflect ever changing public health requirements.► Effectively budgeted a $14,000 grant awarded to our location to improve the program space. I was able to invest in new technology to better support students with different learning needs and new outdoor programming supplies. ► Collaborated with a group of teachers and program director to pilot and launch virtual literacy and math learning content. Show less

Vaughan, Ontario, Canada

• Created safe, healthy and engaging learning environments for summer camp programming for children aged 4-8 years of age during a pandemic. •Developed new processes which include: new pick up and drop off policies,the "Toy Store" method for safe and clean use of child care centre toys and created individual tool kits for participants and educators.•Knowledgeable in latest Ministry of Education, Public Health and York Region School Board reopening policies in relation to COVID-19.

Riverdale Farm, Parkway Forest, Edenbridge S.C, Edgehill House, North Kipling

►Supported the launch of the new POS payment system at 2 recreation sites, by troubleshooting issues and creating resources so employees felt confident using the system. ►Optimized site email message and booking response time from 1 week to 1-2 days by creating standardized templates and accurately documenting incoming phone messages. ► Supported diverse community needs across the city, providing administrative support and quality customer service at 5 different recreation offices.

Riverdale Farm & Parkway Forest Community Centre

► Achieved the You Make the Difference Award, an employee excellence award given to those that go above and beyond standard duties to serve their community. ► Planned and executed large scale community events like Boo Barn, Cabbagetown Festival and March Break. I lead the team to create engaging and memorable family experiences to hundreds of families in Toronto. ► Improved site email and phone message response time from 1 week to 1-2 days by creating standardized templates and… Show more ► Achieved the You Make the Difference Award, an employee excellence award given to those that go above and beyond standard duties to serve their community. ► Planned and executed large scale community events like Boo Barn, Cabbagetown Festival and March Break. I lead the team to create engaging and memorable family experiences to hundreds of families in Toronto. ► Improved site email and phone message response time from 1 week to 1-2 days by creating standardized templates and accurately documenting incoming phone messages. ► Support staff formally and informally through the creation and execution of learning and development programs and staff evaluation for location staff. Show less

Pleasantview Community Centre

•Created learning content aligning with the principles of youth leadership and healthy youth development which include meaningful relationships, health and wellness, self and social awareness, civic engagement and capacity building. •Mentor participants in resume writing and interview skills by corresponding to participants via email on a weekly basis. •Utilize my network to coordinate workshops with local leaders in the… Show more •Created learning content aligning with the principles of youth leadership and healthy youth development which include meaningful relationships, health and wellness, self and social awareness, civic engagement and capacity building. •Mentor participants in resume writing and interview skills by corresponding to participants via email on a weekly basis. •Utilize my network to coordinate workshops with local leaders in the community, including local police and artists. •Skills and efforts of the group were presented to parents and management in a “Leadership Showcase” which I facilitated and organized along with my students. Show less

Edgehill House C.C

• Kept the cooking process engaging by creating a sensory experience for children to touch, smell and taste ingredients while they learn how to cook/bake a dish. • Create a booklet children are able to take home, with all of the recipes taught in the class. • Ensuring the workspace is in proper sanitary conditions by continuously washing, food, utensils and… Show more • Kept the cooking process engaging by creating a sensory experience for children to touch, smell and taste ingredients while they learn how to cook/bake a dish. • Create a booklet children are able to take home, with all of the recipes taught in the class. • Ensuring the workspace is in proper sanitary conditions by continuously washing, food, utensils and surfaces. • Maintain attendance and administer information to caregivers about program progress. Show less

Edgehill House And North Kipling Community Centre

• Providing children with the foundations of classical forms of dance including Ballet and Jazz for children aged 2-12 years. • Planned, organized and lead the end of year event for the dance community. Working with key stakeholders to organize, venue, costumes, ticket sales and stage management.• Create a 28 week program plan for 8 dance classes for the learner to build skills such as flexibility, floor/barre work, choreography and creative movement and further tailor the learning… Show more • Providing children with the foundations of classical forms of dance including Ballet and Jazz for children aged 2-12 years. • Planned, organized and lead the end of year event for the dance community. Working with key stakeholders to organize, venue, costumes, ticket sales and stage management.• Create a 28 week program plan for 8 dance classes for the learner to build skills such as flexibility, floor/barre work, choreography and creative movement and further tailor the learning experience for each class room. Show less

Humriva Day Camp

• Preparing 9 weeks of environmentally conscious programs (for children aged 6-12), that adhere to Ontario Camps Association standards to educate children on local forestry and wild-life in the City of Toronto. • Conduct research on global environmental issues (climate change, pollution deforestation etc.) and create group discussions and activities to help children understand such issues and how to resolve them creatively. • Communicate with key stakeholders about participant's… Show more • Preparing 9 weeks of environmentally conscious programs (for children aged 6-12), that adhere to Ontario Camps Association standards to educate children on local forestry and wild-life in the City of Toronto. • Conduct research on global environmental issues (climate change, pollution deforestation etc.) and create group discussions and activities to help children understand such issues and how to resolve them creatively. • Communicate with key stakeholders about participant's progress in the program Show less

North Kipling Community Centre

• Assisting school aged children (6-12 years) in the completion of their homework/projects in subjects such as: reading, writing, math, science and art.• Following the Principles of Healthy Child Development to create a safe and welcoming environment for all participants.• Perform administrative tasks such as attendance, supply lists and program planning.

North Kipling Community Centre

As a Preschool Program Leader my responsibilities include:- Prepare 9 weeks of activities for children ages 3-5 years old including creative play, fundamental learning experiences and crafts.- adapt to children's development when doing programs- creating a comfortable environment, where children can be prepared for Junior and Senior Kindergarden.

Vaughan

► Lead the event-coordination of community outreach events such as the Vaughan Santa Claus Parade, Member Appreciation Day and Dri-Tri Event. ► Utilized Social Media skills and local brand partnerships to improve member engagement and lead creation by creating Instagram Live events, Social Media posts and Giveaways. ► A valuable asset to the sales team, increasing memberships by 10% monthly. Consistently met sales goals to ensure the success of the studio.

Cara Operations

• Responsible for the review, renewal and abstracting of leases for over 700 restaurants within the Cara brands. • Provided administrative support to all departments within the restaurant development team. This included filing and circulating legal documents, updating internal databases (RetailLease and SharePoint) and following up with landlords about property management inquiries. • Spearheaded the data migration of legal documents for Cara restaurants accurately and timely, from the… Show more • Responsible for the review, renewal and abstracting of leases for over 700 restaurants within the Cara brands. • Provided administrative support to all departments within the restaurant development team. This included filing and circulating legal documents, updating internal databases (RetailLease and SharePoint) and following up with landlords about property management inquiries. • Spearheaded the data migration of legal documents for Cara restaurants accurately and timely, from the RetailLease database to Lucernex. Show less

North Kipling Community Centre

• Work with a team of camp staff to create 9 weeks of summer camp activities, trips and special events for children aged 3-12 years. • Follow the Principles of Healthy Child Development to ensure that campers are in a positive recreation environment. • Follow up with caregivers on a daily basis about child’s behaviour during the camp day. • Facilitate and participate in the camp programming and be a positive role model for campers.

Bachelor Of Humanities, Child And Youth Studies

Certification, Foundations Of Project Management

Bachelor Of Commerce (B.Com.), Human Resources Management

Humber’s Human Resources Management degree program focuses on applied professional human resources (HR) practices and solutions..