Balroop Patara
Langley,BC
Summary
Dedicated infant and toddler educator with a strong foundation in child development and inclusive practices. Committed to fostering nurturing environments that support the needs of all children and promote social, emotional, and physical growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Infant/Toddler Educator
The University of British Columbia
Vancouver, British Columbia
08.2022 - 03.2026
- Providing primary care for a designated group of children aged 18 months to 5 years in a multi-age program operating under unique licensing exemptions, enabling research in multi-age care.
- Engaging in anti-colonial pedagogy, advocating for truth and reconciliation initiatives within early childhood spaces.
- Fostering a safe and nurturing environment that promotes social, emotional, and physical development.
- Collaborating with other educators in program planning that is tailored to meet the needs of each child.
- Providing support for children with different inclusion needs, and collaborating with other professionals on inclusive practices.
Residential Support Worker
The Childrens Foundation
Surrey, British Columbia
05.2018 - 01.2021
- Delivered care and support for foster children navigating complex trauma in a therapeutic day program.
- Supported children in nurturing their emotional and social development.
- Helped children in unique circumstances navigate daily life.
Education
Certification - Infant/Toddler Educator
Langara College
Vancouver, British Columbia04-2024
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Langara College
Vancouver, British Columbia09-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Care And Education
Capilano University
North VancouverSkills
- Multi-age program planning
- Inclusive practices
- Problem solving
- Collaborative communication
- Team collaboration
- Child development
Certification
Infant Toddler Educator - The Government of British Columbia, 2024
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Infant/Toddler Educator
The University of British Columbia
08.2022 - 03.2026
Residential Support Worker
The Childrens Foundation
05.2018 - 01.2021
Certification - Infant/Toddler Educator
Langara College
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Langara College
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Care And Education
Capilano University