Kursten Seguin
Amhertsburg,ON
Summary
Educational professional with track record of fostering supportive and effective learning environment. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and student engagement. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adapting flexibly to changing needs. Known for reliability, patience, and passion for education.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Assistant Teacher
Greater Essex County District School Board
03.2025 - Current
- Increased student engagement by implementing hands-on learning activities and group projects.
- Provided individualized support for students requiring extra help or needing academic accommodations.
- Led small group instruction sessions, enabling more targeted teaching strategies and personalized attention for each student.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on educational trends and best practices, applying new knowledge directly into daily practice.
- Promoted positive classroom environment by implementing effective behavior management techniques, resulting in decreased disruptions and increased focus on learning.
- Implemented innovative technology tools within lessons plans that not only engaged students but also facilitated their learning process effectively.
Daycare Teacher
Little Buddies Daycare
02.2021 - 03.2025
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
Daycare Teacher
Kinder Academy
03.2019 - 02.2021
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
- Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
Educational Assistant
Boys and Girls Club
09.2013 - 08.2015
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
- Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decisionmaking.
- Enhanced classroom management through the implementation of positive reinforcement techniques and clear expectations for behavior.
Education
No Degree - Educational Assistant
Okanagan College
West Kelowna, BC06-2012
Skills
- Instructional support
- Student motivation
- Autism spectrum disorder
- Leadership qualities
- Positive reinforcement
- Project-based learning
- Lesson plan implementation
- Behavior management
- Teaching strategies
- Behavior modification
- Special education support
- Individualized education plans
- Safe learning environment
Languages
English
Timeline
Educational Assistant Teacher
Greater Essex County District School Board
03.2025 - Current
Daycare Teacher
Little Buddies Daycare
02.2021 - 03.2025
Daycare Teacher
Kinder Academy
03.2019 - 02.2021
Educational Assistant
Boys and Girls Club
09.2013 - 08.2015
No Degree - Educational Assistant
Okanagan College
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