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Alesha Cleghorn

Grand Bay–Westfield,NB

Summary

Collaborative leader and problem-solver devoted to offering diverse activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact the success of Non-Profit Childcare Centre. Creative and energetic Early Childhood Education professional. Friendly, supportive and motivated with strong desire to promote student potential. Offering 8 years of experience with passion for building strong rapport with faculty, students and caregivers.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Director

Tiny Treasures Learning Centre
01.2023 - Current
  • Oversee operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
  • Work closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
  • Established performance goals and provided feedback for underperforming areas.
  • Provide a welcoming environment for the children and parents so that they feel comfortable discussing personal issues.
  • Model desired behaviors and educational techniques for staff
  • Performs annual staff evaluations and handles any staff disciplinary issues
  • Complete yearly licence renewals and ensure that all government regulations are adhered to maintain licences
  • Ensure that the building is in good repair and provide a safe working environment.
  • Maintain good communication and services with parents

Early Childhood Educator

Tiny Treasures Learning Centre
09.2015 - Current
  • Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods.
  • Stuck to daily routines to help children feel comfortable and promote development.
  • Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
  • Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
  • Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
  • Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.

Veterinary Administrative Assistant

Islandview Veterinary Hospital
06.2008 - 12.2012
  • Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
  • Released patients to owners with care directions from veterinary staff.
  • Trained new veterinary staff on office procedures and requirements.
  • Organized operating room ahead of procedures and assisted veterinarians during surgeries.
  • Communicated with veterinarians and staff members to maintain patient flow.
  • Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.

Customer Service Representative

Irving Oil Limited
11.2006 - 06.2007
  • Updating customer account information, helping to solve customer’s problems and managing the needs of callers
  • Processing returned mail in response to customer requests/inquiries and account maintenance
  • Routed calls from multiple sites to correct personnel and assisted with complex cases.
  • Providing correct information on products, services and pricing
  • Providing customer service by gathering information for orders of heating oil, propane, kerosene, and diesel

Education

Diploma - Early Childhood Education

New Brunswick Community College
Saint John, NB
06.2022

Certificate - Early Childhood Education

New Brunswick Community College
Saint John, NB
06.2018

Diploma - Veterinary Administrative Assistant

Compu College
Fredericton
06.2008

Skills

8 years of experience as an Early Childhood Educator working with children ages 2-12

Volunteered at Grand Bay Baptist church in Nursery for children ages 3-4

Volunteered at Grand Bay Baptist church for Vacation Bible School

  • Clear and Direct Communication
  • Filing and Classroom Organization
  • School Community Relations
  • Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
  • Communicating with Parents and Co-teachers
  • People Management
  • Rules and Regulations
  • Organizational Development
  • Board Reporting
  • Hiring and Retention
  • Recruiting and Hiring
  • Task Delegation

Languages

Timeline

Director

Tiny Treasures Learning Centre
01.2023 - Current

Early Childhood Educator

Tiny Treasures Learning Centre
09.2015 - Current

Veterinary Administrative Assistant

Islandview Veterinary Hospital
06.2008 - 12.2012

Customer Service Representative

Irving Oil Limited
11.2006 - 06.2007

Diploma - Early Childhood Education

New Brunswick Community College

Certificate - Early Childhood Education

New Brunswick Community College

Diploma - Veterinary Administrative Assistant

Compu College
Alesha Cleghorn