Dynamic ECE with proven expertise in parent-teacher communication and classroom management, honed at Mount Pleasant Child Care Society. Excelled in creating inclusive, play-based learning environments, significantly enhancing student engagement. Skilled in child's CPR, adept at fostering strong relationships, and committed to promoting children's social-emotional development. I've also been Acting Supervisor many times over the past 15 years, stepping the role while the Supervisor is on vacation and/or sick.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
ECE
Mount Pleasant Child Care Society
07.2003 - 03.2025
Familiar with ELF and worked along with a Pedagogist and Alterista.
Acting Supervisor when needed.
Assisted lead teachers in conducting ongoing assessments of student performance, identifying areas for growth or intervention as needed.
Established rapport with young learners quickly, building trust and respect necessary for effective teaching relationships.
Assisted in organizing and supervising safe and engaging field trips, promoting experiential learning opportunities.
Collaborated with fellow ECE assistants to create a positive and nurturing environment for children's growth.
Developed strong relationships with parents through frequent communication, fostering a supportive home-school connection.
Demonstrated flexibility when adapting to changing circumstances within the childcare setting or adjusting to varying student needs.
Promoted social-emotional development among children through modeling appropriate behavior and facilitating peer interactions.
Managed daily classroom routines efficiently, ensuring smooth transitions between activities and maintaining orderliness.
Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Collaborated Care Plans for individual children over the years.
Mentored ECE students and gave them guidance.
Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
Preschool Lead Teacher
Thompson Community Centre
09.1997 - 06.2003
Planned and prepared activities for 3 to 5 students.
Built strong relationships with parents, providing regular updates on student progress and addressing concerns promptly.
Promoted a positive classroom environment, fostering respect, empathy, and teamwork among students.
Education
Cerificate - ECE
VCC
Vancouver, BC
06.2001
Skills
Parent-teacher communication
Health and safety
Sensory activities
Small group instruction
Classroom organization
Play-based learning
Classroom management
Adaptability and flexibility
Relationship building
Child's CPR certified
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
ECE
Mount Pleasant Child Care Society
07.2003 - 03.2025
Preschool Lead Teacher
Thompson Community Centre
09.1997 - 06.2003
Cerificate - ECE
VCC
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