Cleo Sardovia
CALGARY,AB
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director
Little Forest Dwellers
Bragg Creek, Alberta
10.2023 - Current
- Supported the Program Director in overseeing daily program operations by coordinating staff schedules and coverage, assisting with parent tours, addressing staff and classroom needs, and ensuring the smooth and effective delivery of program activities.
- Designed and led child-centered outdoor and community involvement. Including community walks, recycling initiatives, and local business partnerships to promote real-life learning, environmental responsibility, financial literacy, and meaningful community engagement.
- Worked alongside educators to model positive guidance and relationship-based practices, stepping in to support classroom ratios when needed and fostering meaningful interactions, engagement, and connections between children and educators.
Early Childhood Educator
Little Forest Dwellers Springbank
Calgary, AB
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Developed and maintained an environment promoting children's health, security, and well-being.
- Assisted with classroom organization, cleaning, and activity preparation for smooth operations.
- Supported children's interests through implementation of an emergent curriculum-based program.
Preschool Early Childhood Educator
Willowbrae Academy
Calgary, AB
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Implemented blended curriculum integrating flight emergent and Montessori-inspired practices.
- Facilitated developmentally appropriate activities based on children's interests and needs.
- Maintained consistent classroom routines and transitions to enhance structure for children.
Education
Diploma - Early Childhood Education and Development
Bow Valley College
01-2023
Skills
- Outdoor & Nature-Based Learning
- Childcare Center Operations
- Organization & Time Management
- Staff Supervision & Leadership
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Community & Family Engagement
- Staff Scheduling & Coordination
Certification
- Standard Childcare First Aid, CPR/AED Level-B (2025)
- ARCQE Meeting the Challenge 1 (2024)
- Get Outside and Play (2024)
- SproutHouse Positive Guidance: Strategies for Preventing and Responding to Challenging Behaviours (2024)
- Being Trauma Aware (2022)
Timeline
Assistant Director
Little Forest Dwellers
10.2023 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Little Forest Dwellers Springbank
10.2022 - 10.2023
Preschool Early Childhood Educator
Willowbrae Academy
04.2022 - 09.2022
Diploma - Early Childhood Education and Development
Bow Valley College