Cassandra Martins
Oakville,ON
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Parkview Childcare Centre - The Village School
2021.10 - Current
- Enhanced children''s learning experiences by incorporating engaging play activities and age-appropriate educational materials.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Organized creative arts projects for students to enhance their fine motor skills and self-expression abilities.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Managed daily routines efficiently, ensuring smooth transitions between different activities throughout the day without any loss of instructional time.
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Tiny Hoppers - Parklawn
2020.12 - 2021.10
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Helped create a culturally responsive classroom where all students felt valued and respected by incorporating diverse learning materials into daily lessons.
- Created a nurturing and safe environment for children to grow emotionally, socially, and academically.
- Supported early language development through storytelling, reading books, and engaging children in interactive conversations.
- Taught children with creative approaches, methods, and techniques.
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Vincent Massey Academy
2017.03 - 2020.09
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Cashier
Sobeys Grocery
2016.03 - 2017.03
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment.
Sales Associate
Aldo Shoes
2014.11 - 2015.08
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
- Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
- Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
Education
Early Childhood Diploma - Early Childhood Education
St. Lawrence College
Brockville, ON12.2024
High School Diploma -
Madonna Catholic Secondary School
Toronto, ON06.2013
Skills
- First Aid/CPR
- Able to work both independently as well as in team setting
- Capable of quickly learning, and retaining new information
- Exceptional time management, prioritization, and organizational skills
- Able to manage and prioritize duties to ensure timely completion
- Bilingual, fluent in both written and spoken English and Portuguese
Languages
English
Portuguese
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Parkview Childcare Centre - The Village School
2021.10 - Current
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Tiny Hoppers - Parklawn
2020.12 - 2021.10
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Vincent Massey Academy
2017.03 - 2020.09
Cashier
Sobeys Grocery
2016.03 - 2017.03
Sales Associate
Aldo Shoes
2014.11 - 2015.08
Early Childhood Diploma - Early Childhood Education
St. Lawrence College
High School Diploma -
Madonna Catholic Secondary School
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