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Crystal Remenda

Martensville,SK

Summary

Dedicated early childhood educator specializing in personalized care and developmentally appropriate practices. Strong communicator skilled in collaborating with parents and colleagues to enhance children's growth and learning.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Early Childhood Educator

Self-employed
Martensville , Saskatchewan
04.2020 - Current
  • Developed age-appropriate lesson plans for diverse learning styles.
  • Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure learning environment.
  • Provided a safe and stimulating learning environment for young children.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
  • Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
  • Organized indoor and outdoor playtime activities to promote physical and mental development of children.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, social and intellectual development of children.
  • Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
  • Stuck to daily routines to help children feel comfortable and promote development.
  • Observed and monitored the behavior of children in order to ensure safety and provide positive guidance.
  • Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
  • Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
  • Assisted with planning, preparing and serving meals according to dietary requirements.
  • Directed and supervised children during field trips and special activities.
  • Utilized a variety of teaching methods including play, storytelling, and creative arts to stimulate children's cognitive and social development.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with early childhood education research and best practices.

Bus Driver

Prairie Spirit School Division
Martensville , Saskatchewan
12.2020 - 03.2021
  • Transported students safely to and from school
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections on the bus for safety compliance.
  • Maintained accurate records of routes and student attendance.
  • Managed student behavior to ensure a safe riding environment.
  • Reported mechanical issues promptly for timely repairs and maintenance.
  • Performed pre-trip inspection and mechanical checks before scheduled run.
  • Verified that all passengers were seated before operating the bus.
  • Ensured safety of passengers by adhering to all applicable traffic laws and regulations.
  • Greeted customers in a friendly manner when boarding the bus.
  • Followed designated routes according to timetables while obeying speed limits at all times.
  • Communicated effectively with dispatch staff via two way radio regarding delays, detours.
  • Operated bus professionally and interacted with passengers to foster pleasant rides.
  • Inspected vehicles prior to each shift for mechanical defects or malfunctions.

Continuing Care Assistant

Extendicare
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
11.2009 - 04.2020
  • Provided compassionate personal care for residents in a long-term care setting.
  • Assisted with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation.
  • Maintained accurate records of resident care and reported changes to nursing staff.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to implement individualized care plans for residents.
  • Engaged residents in social and recreational activities to promote well-being.
  • Supported new staff by sharing knowledge of care procedures and best practices.
  • Answered call lights promptly to attend to resident and patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Observed changes in patient's condition or behavior and reported any concerns to supervisor or physician.

Education

Diploma - Early Childhood Care And Education Level 1

Great Plains College
Warman, SK
06-2024

Diploma - Continuing Care Assistant

Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Saskatoon, SK
06-2013

High School Diploma -

Mount Royal Collegiate
Saskatoon, SK
06-2001

Early Childhood Care and Education level 2

Great Plains College
Warman, SK

Skills

  • Child behavior management
  • Developmentally appropriate practices
  • Early childhood development
  • Team collaboration
  • Parent communication
  • Active listening
  • Flexibility in instruction
  • Problem solving
  • Positive reinforcement techniques
  • Critical thinking
  • Child development knowledge

Certification

  • CPR and First Aid Certifucate
  • Continuing Care Aid Diploma
  • Class 2 drivers license
  • ECE level 1 and Partial ECE level 2

Timeline

Bus Driver

Prairie Spirit School Division
12.2020 - 03.2021

Early Childhood Educator

Self-employed
04.2020 - Current

Continuing Care Assistant

Extendicare
11.2009 - 04.2020

Diploma - Early Childhood Care And Education Level 1

Great Plains College

Diploma - Continuing Care Assistant

Saskatchewan Polytechnic

High School Diploma -

Mount Royal Collegiate

Early Childhood Care and Education level 2

Great Plains College
Crystal Remenda