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Chol Kur Mading

@cholkurmading

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Community-focused library assistant championing literacy and inclusion.

Canada

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What I'm looking for

I seek a community-centered role where I can promote literacy, run inclusive programs, and contribute to accessible learning with opportunities for growth.

I am a dedicated, community-focused professional with hands-on experience in library services, education, caregiving, and peacebuilding. I center accessibility, inclusion, and literacy promotion in all roles and bring patience and clear communication to community settings.

As a Library Assistant at the Kakuma Refugee Camp, I managed cataloging, lending, reshelving, and ran reading programs and youth literacy events that fostered a safe and engaging learning space. Earlier teaching roles reinforced my ability to develop and deliver literacy-focused lesson plans and encourage independent reading among primary learners.

My caregiving work in Halifax involved providing personal care, companionship, and detailed care records while collaborating with nursing staff—experience that strengthened my empathy, reliability, and record-keeping. I also participated in peacebuilding facilitation, designing and delivering workshops on nonviolent communication and conflict resolution with youth and community leaders.

I hold a Diploma in Social Work and certificates in Early Childhood Education, Community and Business Development, and Peace Building. I am seeking opportunities where I can apply my organizational skills, community outreach experience, and commitment to accessible learning in welcoming community spaces.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Tree Planter

Apex Reforestation

Apr 2025 - Jul 2025 (3 months)

Planted thousands of trees across multiple sites as part of reforestation efforts, working effectively in teams under physically demanding outdoor conditions and meeting productivity targets. Demonstrated resilience and commitment to environmental conservation.

Tree Planting Teamwork Physical Stamina Site Preparation Productivity

Personal Care Worker

NorthwoodCare Inc.

Nov 2024 - Apr 2025 (5 months)

Provided personal care and companionship to elderly residents, maintained daily care records, and collaborated with nursing staff to ensure dignity and high-quality support. Contributed to resident well‑being through empathetic care.

Personal Care Care Documentation Team Collaboration Empathy Communication Time Management

Library Assistant

Community Library Kakuma Refugee Camp

Jan 2022 - Dec 2024 (2 years 11 months)

Managed day-to-day library operations including cataloging, lending, and reshelving; ran reading programs and youth literacy events that increased community engagement. Promoted a safe, inclusive library environment and supported patrons in locating educational materials.

Library Operations Literacy Promotion Youth Engagement Community Outreach Patron Support Event Coordination Basic Computer Skills

Teacher

Kakuma Refugee Camp

Jan 2019 - Dec 2021 (2 years 11 months)

Taught primary school learners using inclusive, literacy-focused lesson plans and early childhood education principles; encouraged independent reading and regular library use among students. Improved student engagement through participatory methods.

Lesson planning Early Childhood Education Literacy Promotion Classroom Management Inclusive Teaching Community Engagement

Peacebuilding Facilitator

SkySchool / Urise Initiative for Africa

Jan 2019 - Dec 2019 (11 months)

Facilitated workshops on nonviolent communication and conflict resolution, collaborated with youth and community leaders to design peace education activities, and promoted inclusion and community cohesion. Supported local capacity building in peace practices.