Umer Bashir

Experience

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  TNO - The Neighbourhood Organization

  Jan 2019 - Jun 2019

  Administrative Assistant

  TNO is a non-profit community organization that provides several social services for newcomers and immigrants to Canada which include family, employment, health, language, housing, trades, and youth services.• Provided outstanding customer service in a fast-paced environment, managing order accuracy, addressing customer complaints, and maintaining supply levels.• Assisted in brewing coffee and training new employees, demonstrating strong multi-tasking and leadership skills within the team. Show less

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  Toronto Community Housing

  May 2019 - Aug 2019

  Youth Community Worker

  Worked in Toronto Community Housing neighborhoods to beautify, enhance and improve community relationships. The program involves cooperating with community leaders, serving tenants, and attending professional and personal skill-building workshops.• Collaborated effectively within a team to enhance community environments through landscaping projects, safety improvements, and organizing community events, contributing to the overall functionality of communities.• Spearheaded multiple training sessions and workshops on topics including public speaking, financial literacy, and safety, demonstrating leadership and commitment to community development and skill enhancement. Show less

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  Canada Learning Code

  Sept 2020 - Sept 2023

  Coding Instructor

  • Designed and implemented a diverse coding curriculum for students of varying skill levels, showcasing strong leadership and pedagogical skills.• Led engaging coding sessions in Java, Python, C++, Lua, and Gamemaker, fostering an environment of creativity and problem-solving, which culminated in student-led game and project development.• Consistently praised for creating an interactive learning environment, as evidenced by positive feedback from participants and parents.

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  University of Toronto

  Sept 2020 - Jun 2021

  Lab COBWEB Researcher

  URECS - University Research Experience with Complex Systems is a Program at the University of Toronto led by Dr. Brad Bass (Adjunct Professor; Researcher). Where I worked in collaboration with other high school students and university undergraduates in small research teams. Contributed to multiple projects:• Modelled pancreatic beta-cells for type-2 diabetes.• Explore machine and computer/agent deep learning by conducting simulations and changing agent support parameters on COBWEB. • Using COBWEB, examined neurodevelopment in the context of Alzheimer’s disease under the supervision of Dr. Brad Bass. Show less

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  Tim Hortons

  Sept 2021 - Apr 2022

  Cashier/Crew Member

  • Provided outstanding customer service in a fast-paced environment, managing order accuracy, addressing customer complaints, and maintaining supply levels.• Assisted in brewing coffee and training new employees, demonstrating strong multi-tasking and leadership skills within the team.

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  BrandEQ Group

  Jun 2022 - Sept 2022

  Web Developer

  • Spearheaded the design of client websites using platforms like Wix and WordPress, enhancing digital presence and client satisfaction.• Implemented a content management strategy for a business client, organizing a summer-long schedule of posts and media releases to boost engagement.• Managed and grew social media profiles for business clients, increasing user interaction and enhancing brand reputation through strategic content creation.

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  Ontario Tech University

  Apr 2023 - now

  Open Educational Resource Content Developer

  • Developed and launched free course content, significantly reducing student expenses by $900,000, while ensuring content accessibility and compliance with WCAG 2.0 standards using Pressbooks and H5P.• Designed intricate 3D biological models using Adobe Illustrator and SolidWorks, contributing to comprehensive website enhancements utilizing Cascade Content Management System (CMS).• Provided technical support to both students and faculty, resolving issues to optimize the educational technology utilization effectively. Show less

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  EmpowHer Initiatives Inc

  May 2024 - Aug 2024

  Software Developer

  • Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to design and develop an app with comprehensive front-end and back-end functionalities using React Native.• Conducting extensive testing and debugging to ensure app functionality, usability, and security, while closely working with UI/UX designers to refine user interfaces and enhance user experiences across diverse platforms.• Engineered and deployed a launch website for the app, integrating HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and MySQL toestablish robust database connections. Show less