Aislyn Metzger
Calgary,Alberta
Summary
Passionate Early Childhood Educator with over a decade of experience managing a successful dayhome. Seeking to transition into a consulting role where I can leverage my extensive knowledge in child development, program planning, and family engagement to support and mentor other dayhome providers within a leading dayhome agency in Calgary, Alberta.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Dayhome Provider
Davar Child Care Society
06.2014 - Current
- Managed registered family dayhome for up to 6 children aged 0-12 years, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment
- Organized and facilitated engaging activities to promote physical, emotional, cognitive and social development, including games, puzzles, music, and play
- Communicated daily with parents regarding children's activities, behaviors, and development, fostering trust and transparency
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks in compliance with the Canadian Food Guide, ensuring children's health and well-being
- Maintained a clean and safe play environment, adhering to health and safety regulations
- Strengthened social skills among children through play that encouraged cooperation, teamwork, and conflict resolution
- Provided emotional and social support, promoting positive behavior and emotional growth
- Efficiently managed administrative tasks, including bookkeeping, scheduling, and regulatory compliance
- Remained knowledgeable about current best practices in early childhood by attending workshops, seminars, and professional development opportunities.
Automotive Hard Parts In-bound Coordinator
Genco Distribution Systems
03.2008 - 04.2013
- Managed the accurate accounting of incoming goods and ensured proper documentation and record-keeping
- Conducted inspections to prevent receiving and dispatching damaged items, ensuring product integrity
- Organized product orders to be received and put into stock
- Organized and maintained inventory, supported efficient warehouse operations and utilized various equipment and systems.
- Worked closely with leadership team to secure necessary resources and ensure smooth operations
- Created training materials and trained backup inbound coordinators, ensuring continuity and efficiency in operations.
Warehouse Worker
Genco Distribution Systems
08.2006 - 03.2008
- Selected products according to customer orders, ensuring timely and accurate shipments
- Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles, maintained clean and orderly warehouse facilities, and participated in inventory management
- Performed labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking tasks, supporting various operational needs
- Helped train new hires on picking and packing orders, loading trailers, and other warehouse operations.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.
Education
Early Learning And Child Care Diploma - Early Learning And Child Care
Portage College
Lac La Biche, AB06.2024
Early Learning And Child Care Certificate - Early Learning And Child Care
Portage College
Lac La Biche, AB06.2023
Administrative Assistant Certificate -
ICS Canada
Calgary, AB06.2008
Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Health and Safety
- Behaviour Management
- Activity Planning
- Observation and Assessment
- Communication
- Parent Engagement
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Business Management
- Multitasking
- Continuous Learning
Certification
- First Aid/AED Level C, Red Cross, 05/01/24
- Little Warriors Prevent It, Little Warriors, 10/25/17
- Exploring Early Childhood Curriculum: Play, Possibilities and Participation, MacEwan University, 03/28/22
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Family Dayhome Provider
Davar Child Care Society
06.2014 - Current
Automotive Hard Parts In-bound Coordinator
Genco Distribution Systems
03.2008 - 04.2013
Warehouse Worker
Genco Distribution Systems
08.2006 - 03.2008
Early Learning And Child Care Diploma - Early Learning And Child Care
Portage College
Early Learning And Child Care Certificate - Early Learning And Child Care
Portage College
Administrative Assistant Certificate -
ICS Canada
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