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Work History
Education
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Arianna Jeffries

Cameron,ON

Summary

Dedicated to supporting the emotional, social and academic development of children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dance Teacher

Christine Webster
09.2013 - Current
  • Taught registered dance syllabus work to students aged 18 months+
  • Met needs of different students by adapting teaching materials and methods
  • Put students through dance exams and competitions
  • Planned routines for recitals and performances.
  • Practiced proper body conditioning and health & safety

Studio Director

Christine Webster
09.2013 - 06.2023
  • Guided, coached and led staff, delegating tasks and evaluating performance and progression of project pace.
  • Managed banking and bookkeeping
  • Studio Administrator
  • Responded to emails, set schedules, updated information
  • Created class routines/learning guidelines
  • Taught and assisted classes
  • Organized dance shows, costumes, competitions, exams and fundraisers
  • Coordinated camera shots, graphics and regulations compliance for website production
  • Designed print media for use in brochures and flyers.
  • Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.

Infant and Toddler Teacher

Leslie Tomzak
09.2012 - 05.2023
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Communicated with parents through enrollment, tours, newsletters, conferences, and direct personal communication.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.

Daycare Provider

Local Families
01.2010 - 01.2023
  • Maintained safe play environment by emphasizing and maintaining cleanliness and organization.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
  • Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments, and issues.
  • Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning inside and outside of home
  • Offered top-notch care to 4+ children at once, ranging in age from 1 to 8.
  • Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
  • Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
  • Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.

Respite Care Worker

Melissa Andrews
09.2015 - 06.2018
  • Assisted child with basic activities of daily living.
  • Reported changes in child's condition and health to parents
  • Cared for 5-year-old child who had Metachromatic Leukodystrophy (MLD)
  • Bathing
  • Assisted with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care
  • Measured and hooked up feeding tube
  • Played and helped develop fine motor skills
  • Delivered medicine when needed
  • Helped child move in and out of bed, couch and wheelchair
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores for family.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for parents.
  • Monitored overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Implemented physical therapy to support improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
  • Reported changes in resident condition and health to resident care manager

Education

Graduate Certificate - Teachers Training

Associated Dance Arts For Proffesional Teachers
Vaughan, ON
08.2021

Graduate Certificate - Royal Academy of Dance

National Ballet of Toronto
Toronto, ON
08.2018

Graduate Certificate - Child Psychology, Anatomy And Kinesiology

National Ballet of Toronto
Toronto, ON
08.2018

High School Diploma -

Fenelon Falls Secondary School
Fenelon Falls, ON
06.2015

Skills

  • Teaching Strategies
  • Safety Understanding
  • Strength Development
  • Lesson Preparation
  • Group Teaching
  • Student and Parent Relations
  • Child CPR
  • Age-Appropriate Curriculum
  • Infant Care
  • Accurate Recordkeeping
  • Montessori Methodologies
  • Curriculum Implementation

Certification

  • Certified Instructor, [RAD]
  • First Aid Training
  • Certified Instructor, [ADAPT]
  • Certified Instructor, [BATD]
  • Child Safety Course

Timeline

Respite Care Worker

Melissa Andrews
09.2015 - 06.2018

Dance Teacher

Christine Webster
09.2013 - Current

Studio Director

Christine Webster
09.2013 - 06.2023

Infant and Toddler Teacher

Leslie Tomzak
09.2012 - 05.2023

Daycare Provider

Local Families
01.2010 - 01.2023

Graduate Certificate - Teachers Training

Associated Dance Arts For Proffesional Teachers

Graduate Certificate - Royal Academy of Dance

National Ballet of Toronto

Graduate Certificate - Child Psychology, Anatomy And Kinesiology

National Ballet of Toronto

High School Diploma -

Fenelon Falls Secondary School
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