Former dynamic Early Childhood Educator looking to utilize more of a creative side and pursue an Education in Interior Design part time. Looking to maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Hi, I’m
Ally Cook
Toronto,ON
Summary
Overview
15
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Williamson Road Childcare Center
Early Childhood Educator
09.2022 - 07.2024
Job overview
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Designed layout of various class room spaces to achieve optimal learning and safety
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
Beaches Montessori School
Early Childhood Educator
07.2021 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Consulted with parents via zoom meetings to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
East Toronto Village Children's Center
Early Childhood Educator
12.2009 - 05.2021
Job overview
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
Education
George Brown CollegeToronto, ON
No Degree from Interior Decorating
06.2025
University Overview
Currently enrolled part time
- Completed Coursework: Colour Theory , [2024]
George Brown CollegeToronto, ON
Diploma from Early Childhood Education
04.2020
University Overview
- 3.8 GPA
- Graduation with Distinction, April, 2020
Skills
Creative
Detail Oriented
Great communicator - both verbal and written
Team player - love collaborating
Self starter
Critical thinker
Problem solver
Punctual/ Reliable
Material sourcing
Colour theory
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- inclusion Training - 2024
- CPR- 2023
- Flower Arranging course- 2024
took stand up comedy lessons and performed at Second City
took stand up comedy lessons and performed at Second City
Taking Stand up comedy and performing has helped with confidence as well as thinking on my feet, both incredibly beneficial traits in the work force.
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
Williamson Road Childcare Center
09.2022 - 07.2024
Early Childhood Educator
Beaches Montessori School
07.2021 - 08.2022
Early Childhood Educator
East Toronto Village Children's Center
12.2009 - 05.2021
George Brown College
No Degree from Interior Decorating
George Brown College
Diploma from Early Childhood Education
- inclusion Training - 2024
- CPR- 2023
- Flower Arranging course- 2024
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