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Ava Rodgers

Abbotsford

Summary

Dedicated Childcare Assistant with experience at Mission Leisure Center, skilled in behavior management and promoting emotional well-being. Known for fostering a safe, engaging environment that encourages physical activity and exploration. Adaptable and friendly, I excel in collaborating with teams to enhance care quality, particularly for children with special needs.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Childcare Assistant

Mission Leisure Center
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
  • Supervised outdoor playtime, ensuring safety while encouraging physical activity and exploration.
  • Ensured a safe and nurturing environment by maintaining clean and organized spaces for daily use.
  • Collaborated with other childcare professionals to continuously improve the quality of care provided to children.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between activities, minimizing disruptions and maximizing engagement time.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
  • Provided extra support for children with special needs by adapting activities or offering one-on-one assistance when necessary.
  • Promoted emotional well-being through empathetic communication and consistent support during challenging moments.
  • Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
  • Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
  • Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline..

Summer Day Camp Leader

Northview Community Church
07.2023 - 08.2024
  • Ensured camper safety through diligent supervision and strict adherence to established guidelines and procedures.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution between campers in a fair and respectful manner, fostering a harmonious community atmosphere..
  • Maintained open lines of communication with parents regarding their child''s progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly and professionally.
  • Managed daily schedules efficiently, ensuring smooth transitions between activities
  • Maintained accurate records of camper attendance, incident reports, and medical information in compliance with regulatory requirements and camp policies.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
  • Communicated with families to keep parents informed on child's camp experience and address any concerns or issues.

Education

High School Diploma -

Abbotsford Christian School
Abbotsford, BC
2024

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Friendly
  • Cheerful and energetic
  • Hygiene practices
  • Safety awareness
  • CPR training
  • Special-needs childcare
  • Behavior management
  • Classroom management
  • Skilled in working with special needs children
  • Summer camp counselor
  • Team collaboration
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Group supervision
  • Basic first aid

Certification

  • Introduction to ADHD awareness
  • Working with students with special educational needs
  • Introduction to Autism awareness and support
  • Basics of Child Development and Wellbeing
  • Childcare and EYFS
  • Childcare Health and Safety

Timeline

Childcare Assistant

Mission Leisure Center
06.2024 - 09.2024

Summer Day Camp Leader

Northview Community Church
07.2023 - 08.2024

High School Diploma -

Abbotsford Christian School

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