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Barbara Nunley

Richmond,BC

Summary

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
Barbara Nunley