Carolyn Sullivan
Carleton Place,ON
Summary
Early Childhood Educator with a proven track record, compassionate, organized teacher. I have a wonderful rapport with people of all ages children, parents and co workers. Enjoy planning engaging activities. Eagerly take on new responsibilities with positive attitude, Work with students in large group settings as well as individuals, focusing on there special needs in reading and writing.
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Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
Municipality Of Mississippi Mills / R Tait School
Almonte, ON
10.2019 - Current
- Assist kindergarten children in the before and after care and PD days/ Summer Camp. Creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Encourage independence / self help / reinforce positive behaviour. Speak to the children regularly using positive phrases and tone. Developed and implemented interesting and interactive learning activities.
- Provide all necessities for children, and ensure safe environment at all times. Observe and report all child
- Fostered creativity through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other.
Early Childhood Educator
Bells Corners Public School
Ottawa, ON
01.2019 - 05.2019
- As Childhood Educator, worked in collaboration with the classroom teacher to support enhance learning and activities with Junior and Senior Kindergartens. Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples in lesson plans.
- Led an Extended After School Program with children ranging from age 4 - 11. Interacted with Student , Parents, Colleagues. Responsible for Attendance / Contacting Parents of Children. Observe, recorded and reported any problems or concerns. Performed in-depth research to find age-appropriate games / activities based on abilities and needs. Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviours.
Early Childhood Educator
Kanata Academy Private School
Kanata, ON
02.2017 - 06.2018
- Assist Children in Kindergarten room based on needs and abilities. Led an extended After-School Program with after school students ranging from ages 4-11.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students.
- Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
- Strengthened parent-teacher relationships through consistent communication, increasing parental involvement in the educational process.
- Contributed to staff meetings and professional learning communities, sharing insights and strategies for continuous improvement of teaching practices.
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples in lesson plans.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviour.
Personal Support Worker
Fairview Manor
Almonte, ON
09.2007 - 08.2015
- Assisted in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Developed trust-based relationships with patients through active listening and empathetic and communication skills..
- Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors in dementia patients, creating a safe environment for all involved.
- Trained and coordinated work of new support workers.
Education
Grade 12 -
Woodroffe High School
Ottawa, ONDiploma - Early Childhood Education
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON08.2016
Graduate Certificate - Personal Support Worker
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON08.2007
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Documentation and Record Keeping
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Organization
- Problem-Solving
- Child CPR and First Aid
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
- Age-Appropriate Curriculum
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Decision-Making
English
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
CPR Level 3 / First Aid Training
College Of Early Childhood Educators
Gentle Persuasive Approaches
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
Municipality Of Mississippi Mills / R Tait School
10.2019 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Bells Corners Public School
01.2019 - 05.2019
Early Childhood Educator
Kanata Academy Private School
02.2017 - 06.2018
Personal Support Worker
Fairview Manor
09.2007 - 08.2015
Grade 12 -
Woodroffe High School
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Algonquin College
Graduate Certificate - Personal Support Worker
Algonquin College