Cassandra Foord
Orangeville,ON
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.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
ECA Assistant
The Maples Academy
05.2023 - Current
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- 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.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding to meet children's dietary needs
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development
Veterinary Assistant
Animal Hospital Of Port Credit
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Groomed and bathed animals to maintain hygiene and appearance.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
Child-care
Private Family Care
05.2020 - 02.2022
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Supervised and managed team of childcare professionals to guarantee highest standards of care.
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
Personal Trainer
GoodLife Fitness
05.2019 - 04.2020
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Demonstrated proper technique for exercises to avoid injuries.
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
- Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury.
- Grew customer base through word-of-mouth referrals based on customer satisfaction and results.
- Designed specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Child Development Practitioner
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Guelph, ONHigh School Diploma -
Judith Nyman Secondary School
Brampton, ON06.2013
Skills
- Behavior Management
- Lesson Implementation
- Active Listening
- Adaptability
- Child Development Knowledge
- Creative Expression
- CPR Certification
- Problem Solving
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
ECA Assistant
The Maples Academy
05.2023 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Animal Hospital Of Port Credit
04.2022 - 04.2023
Child-care
Private Family Care
05.2020 - 02.2022
Personal Trainer
GoodLife Fitness
05.2019 - 04.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Child Development Practitioner
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
High School Diploma -
Judith Nyman Secondary School