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Alexa Baker

Dartmouth,NS

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

ECE Teacher

HRSB
12.2022 - 06.2024
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, involving them in their child''s education process.
  • Maintained fun, interactive, clean and well-organized classroom.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching skills continually.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop a cohesive curriculum, ensuring continuity and consistency across grade levels.
  • Organized extracurricular activities for students, promoting social skills development and positive school culture.
  • Established a positive classroom environment, fostering respect and open communication among students and staff.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.

ECE Teacher

YWCA Children's Center
09.2019 - 03.2022
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching skills continually.
  • provided care for infants and maintained healthy relationships and bonds with families.
  • Had an opportunity to create my own space and work alone in my classroom, with building trust and respect within the company.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
  • Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.

ECE Teacher

NSCECE
06.2013 - 01.2018
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
  • Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
  • Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
  • Promoted language acquisition in young learners with engaging storytelling, songs, and word games.
  • Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional development through empathetic communication and active listening techniques.
  • Increased daycare students'' social skills by incorporating group activities and cooperative play into daily routines.

Daycare Teacher

Crystal Daycare
09.2009 - 06.2012
  • Enhanced children''s emotional development through empathetic communication and active listening techniques.
  • Supported diverse learners by adapting teaching methods to meet individual student needs and learning styles.
  • Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
  • Assisted in the design of an updated curriculum to better align with early childhood education standards.
  • Administered assessments for developmental milestones, identifying areas of growth or concern to address promptly.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans.

Camp Counselor, Summer Sports

Parks and Recreation Department
06.2007 - 11.2011
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Ensured camper safety and well-being through diligent supervision during activities and downtime.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Built strong relationships with campers, fostering a positive environment for personal growth and development.
  • Maintained an orderly and safe environment by enforcing camp rules and guidelines consistently across all age groups.
  • Coordinated with other staff members to address any issues related to camper behavior or activity participation effectively.
  • Implemented conflict resolution strategies when necessary, promoting harmony among campers during challenging situations.
  • Promoted teamwork and sportsmanship among campers while leading competitive games and team-building exercises.
  • Enhanced camper experience by planning and implementing a variety of sports activities.
  • Conducted regular equipment inspections, ensuring the safety of all participants during sports activities.

Education

Early Childhood Education Level 2 -

NSCECE
Halifax, NS
06.2014

High School Diploma -

Dartmouth High School
Dartmouth, NS
06.2009

Skills

  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Health and safety
  • Sensory Activities
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Documentation and Record Keeping
  • Classroom Organization
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Inquiry-based learning
  • Special Education
  • Curriculum Planning
  • Lesson Planning
  • Classroom Management
  • Individualized support
  • Coordinating schedules
  • Mediation
  • Faculty Collaboration
  • Managing supplies
  • Goal Setting
  • Leading activities
  • Problem-Solving
  • Communicating with Parents and Teachers
  • Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
  • Child CPR and First Aid
  • Age-Appropriate Curriculum
  • Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
  • Creative Thinking
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Parent-Teacher Conferences
  • Computer Proficiency

Timeline

ECE Teacher

HRSB
12.2022 - 06.2024

ECE Teacher

YWCA Children's Center
09.2019 - 03.2022

ECE Teacher

NSCECE
06.2013 - 01.2018

Daycare Teacher

Crystal Daycare
09.2009 - 06.2012

Camp Counselor, Summer Sports

Parks and Recreation Department
06.2007 - 11.2011

Early Childhood Education Level 2 -

NSCECE

High School Diploma -

Dartmouth High School

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