Alison Plettl
Calgary,Alberta
Summary
Attentive and creative childcare educator passionate about helping young children develop emotional, social and educational skills. Familiar with developmentally appropriate activities and experienced by providing nurturing environments conducive to learning. Promote physical, emotional and social health to complement academic progress.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
Little Steps Childcare
Calgary , AB
2023.04 - Current
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Observed children to record development.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication.
Childcare Worker
Expanding Imaginations Child Care
Calgary , AB
2022.04 - 2023.04
- Managed administrative program tasks such as taking attendance, updating logs, and tracking supplies.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing, and daily activities.
- Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Assisted newly hired team members by explaining company procedures and safety requirements.
Leadership Practicum Student
Stasha Huntingford - Mount Royal University Department of Social Work
Calgary , AB
2023.01 - 2023.04
- Conducted qualitative and quantitative analysis on assigned data.
- Conducted surveys, interviews and experimental research to facilitate data analysis.
- Developed and maintained questionnaires and research tools.
- Determined best methods to meet research objectives and produce useful data.
- Conducted a focus group relating to weight bias within Social Work at the University level.
Capstone Student
Mount Royal University in partnership with CUPS Calgary Society
Calgary , AB
2023.09 - 2024.04
- Worked successfully with diverse group of people to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Part of the Marketing and Research team to create a unified training program for the human services sector.
- Created social media posts and marketing materials for a proposed project under the leadership of CUPS Calgary Society.
Practicum Student
Pacekids
Calgary , AB
2021.09 - 2021.12
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues.
- Supported children's emotional and social development by adapting communication tactics for differing client needs.
- Worked with children who had unique differences.
Practicum Student
Kids R Fun Daycare
Calgary , AB
2021.01 - 2021.04
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Maintained organized and clean classroom and play areas.
- Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
Education
Bachelor of Child Studies - Early Learning And Child Care
Mount Royal University
Calgary, ABSkills
- Conflict management
- Pedagogical documentation
- Organization
- Verbal and written communication
- Leadership
- Data gathering and organization
- Mentorship
- Friendly, positive attitude
Certification
- Level 3 Childhood Educator.
- Standard Child Care First Aid & CPR/AED Level B.
- Brain Story Certification.
- Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans certification.
- Respect in the Workplace certification.
- Alberta Health Services Trauma Informed Care certification.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Capstone Student
Mount Royal University in partnership with CUPS Calgary Society
2023.09 - 2024.04
Early Childhood Educator
Little Steps Childcare
2023.04 - Current
Leadership Practicum Student
Stasha Huntingford - Mount Royal University Department of Social Work
2023.01 - 2023.04
Childcare Worker
Expanding Imaginations Child Care
2022.04 - 2023.04
Practicum Student
Pacekids
2021.09 - 2021.12
Practicum Student
Kids R Fun Daycare
2021.01 - 2021.04
Bachelor of Child Studies - Early Learning And Child Care
Mount Royal University
- Level 3 Childhood Educator.
- Standard Child Care First Aid & CPR/AED Level B.
- Brain Story Certification.
- Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans certification.
- Respect in the Workplace certification.
- Alberta Health Services Trauma Informed Care certification.
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