CORTNIE LALONDE
Hudson,Canada
Summary
Passionate and hard-working educator and university student who is motivated to help children grow into responsible, confident learners and help inspire their curiosity for the world. Many years of experience working with children in various settings including daycare, after school-programs, and camp. Eager to apply skills and contribute to a challenging yet highly rewarding environment in which children learn and have fun.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Replacement Educator
CPE Treehouse
06.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Facilitated student-led, inquiry-based activities in classroom to enhance learning experience.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
After-School Program Educator
Mount Pleasant Elementary School
06.2025 - Current
- Chose materials and developed activity plans to enhance skills for individual students.
- Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
Educator & Office Administrator
Academy Stars of the World
01.2018 - 04.2023
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Kept record of children's educational progress, routines, interests and other documents
- Contacted current and prospective parents and scheduled meetings
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
ART SPECIALIST / CAMP COUNSELOR
Redwood Summer Camp
06.2016 - 09.2016
- Engaged groups of kids in art and crafts
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
- Supervised and assisted children while manipulating art materials and tools
- Created an engaging atmosphere to encourage children's creativity
- Organized, scheduled, and implemented themed activities
- Mediated camper conflicts to resolve problems and maintain positive and safe camp environments
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - THERAPEUTIC RECREATION
Concordia University
Montreal, QC05-2027
ACS - EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Heritage College
Gatineau, QC09-2025
DCS - ARTS, LITERATURE & COMM.
John Abbott College
01-2019
Skills
- Child development knowledge
- Classroom management
- Lesson-planning and creativity
- Interpersonal communication
- Time-management skills
- Team-oriented collaborator (with colleagues and famlies)
- Bilingual communication (French & English)
- Resourceful
- CPR training
Timeline
Replacement Educator
CPE Treehouse
06.2025 - Current
After-School Program Educator
Mount Pleasant Elementary School
06.2025 - Current
Educator & Office Administrator
Academy Stars of the World
01.2018 - 04.2023
ART SPECIALIST / CAMP COUNSELOR
Redwood Summer Camp
06.2016 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Arts - THERAPEUTIC RECREATION
Concordia University
ACS - EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Heritage College
DCS - ARTS, LITERATURE & COMM.
John Abbott College
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