BALABIR KAUR
Golden,BC
Summary
Compassionate Early Childhood Educator with passion for teaching and supporting young students in setting foundation for life-long success. Proven to quickly develop rapport with children through friendly approach, patient demeanor and excellent communication skills. Organized with exceptional work ethic and dedication to completing projects. Skilled in both independently motivated and collaborative team settings. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young 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
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator, Infant Toddler Educator
Mountain Child Early Learning and Care Centre
04.2023 - Current
- Currently considering offer by management as Lead ECE for new opening in January 2024.
- Working with Lead ECE in Infant Toddler program (Under 36 months) & (30 months to School Age)
- Develop and implement child care programs that support and promote physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children using Play Based and Emergent Curriculum
- Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioral problems and prepare reports for parents.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
Registered Early Childhood Educator
Golden Child Daycare
06.2021 - 10.2022
- Supervised and mentored practicum teacher in Infant Toddler program and liaised with Pacific Rim instructor regarding supervision
- Developed and implemented child care programs that support and promote physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children using Play Based curriculum
- Worked in multi-aged group of classroom and led activities by telling and reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest
- Introduced Montessori Method (pedagogy), Jolly Phonics and Art & Craft activities to children.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Early Childhood Teacher
StartRight Playhouse Childcare Centre
09.2019 - 05.2021
- Worked with children from 6 months – 6 years old using High Scope Curriculum
- Generated written descriptions / anecdotes that objectively describe children behavior
- Incorporated Plan-Do-Review sessions into student – led children’s daily lessons by helping and facilitating key experiences children encounter
- Emphasized on problem solving for character building (Social & Emotional development) and guided teachers/colleagues on how to resolve conflicts so that when given the right approach, children become comfortable to voice out opinions and able to solve bigger problems and further tackle greater challenges.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance
Senior Early Childhood Teacher / Program Supervisor
Snow White Kindergarten
01.2009 - 06.2019
- Introduced learning curriculum of EYFS into school program such as Digital Literacy and Learning Corners with variety of teaching approaches and pedagogies which were implemented weekly
- Assisted class teacher with neuro-diverse child and other children with behavioral issues to promote positive interaction with peers
- Partnered with school faculty and staff as well as parents and community agencies to improve student outcomes, develop solutions and to plan curriculum
- Facilitated and mentored junior teachers in classroom teaching, writing lesson plans and daily reflections.
- Assisted and supervised children through entire school day
Preschool Manager
Community Daycare, Gurdwara, Kajang
03.2018 - 11.2018
- Managed After-School Enrichment Program in a vertical grouping classroom of children aged between 3-6 years
- Applied a blend of Reggio Emillia, HighScope and play based curriculum for enrichment sessions
- Worked with multi-agencies and local businesses to promote school events and held talks to parents with Power Point Presentations to promote the school
- Advised the Centre President (Director) regarding the Supervised and assisted teachers and staffs; interviewed and recruited new teachers
- Reviewed project proposals and submitted paperwork
- Organized excursions aligned with thematic teaching.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work
Lecturer / College Instructor
Modern Montessori International
05.2009 - 12.2010
- Taught Mathematics and Cultural Studies modules and conducted practical exams to certificate and diploma students (learning adults) in Montessori Method of Education
- Conducted workshops and seminars on Montessori Method of Education as required by the institute
- Prepared course materials, lecture notes, reading assignments, handouts, in-class exercises, quizzes and examinations
- Prepared and implemented personal development programs to increase course content knowledge and teaching effectiveness.
Montessori Directress, Tadika Diyana
05.2008 - 12.2008
- Led a vertical grouping Montessori classroom consisting of 24 children aged 2 ½ - 4 years
- Performed practicum mentored by Senior Teacher and obtained International Diploma in Montessori Method of Education
- Organized Parents Day / School Carnival Day event
- Partnered with parents and liaised with them about the performance of their children.
Daycare/Preschool Manager
Bunga Saderi Preschool
01.1999 - 12.2007
- Managed a daycare/preschool located at KLIA Airport City, catering children aged 3-6 years
- (75 children/7 staffs)
- Oversee day to day school operations of several daycare and preschool programs to children and community
- Co-ordinated schedules for staff designed to optimize efficiency and workplace satisfaction
- Set learning goals for children and teachers based on National Curriculum
- Mentored and reported on teachers’ performances
- Interviewed and hired school personnel
- Researched new resources and techniques to improve and better facilitate and mentor the teachers of different programs in different teaching pedagogies
- Reviewed and improvised school policies
- Provided guidance and counseling to teachers
- Handled emergencies and school crisis
- Organized school events and assemblies
- Ensured a safe and clean environment for students
- Conducted meetings with parents to discuss concerns about students
- Attended conferences to gain knowledge on current educational strengths
- Connected with multi agencies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Years Education
University of Greenwich
London, UK09.2015
International Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Modern Montessori International
London, UK2009
Skills
- Educational Strategies
- Remedial Program Design
- Safety Awareness
- Managing Activities
- Classroom Observation
- Lesson Planning
- Special Needs Education
- Age-Appropriate Curriculum
- Computer Proficiency
- Early Childhood Development
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Languages
English
Full Professional
Punjabi
Full Professional
Malay
Full Professional
Indonesian
Full Professional
Hindi
Professional Working
Certification
Early Childhood Educator,
British Columbia,
(Reg. Number: 57103, Valid till 2026)
RECE, ITE, SNE
Early Childhood Educator Certification Level 3,
Saskatchewan
Early Childhood Educator Level 2 Classification,
Nova Scotia
Basic Childcare First Aid and CPR Level B & AED Training
April 2023-April 2026
St. Mark James Training, Calgary, Canada
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator, Infant Toddler Educator
Mountain Child Early Learning and Care Centre
04.2023 - Current
Registered Early Childhood Educator
Golden Child Daycare
06.2021 - 10.2022
Early Childhood Teacher
StartRight Playhouse Childcare Centre
09.2019 - 05.2021
Preschool Manager
Community Daycare, Gurdwara, Kajang
03.2018 - 11.2018
Lecturer / College Instructor
Modern Montessori International
05.2009 - 12.2010
Senior Early Childhood Teacher / Program Supervisor
Snow White Kindergarten
01.2009 - 06.2019
Montessori Directress, Tadika Diyana
05.2008 - 12.2008
Daycare/Preschool Manager
Bunga Saderi Preschool
01.1999 - 12.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Early Years Education
University of Greenwich
International Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Modern Montessori International
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