Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Feedback
Certification
Awards
Timeline
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Crystal Shaw

Calgary,Canada

Summary

Dedicated early childhood educator committed to creating a warm, nurturing, and safe environment for children and families. Passionate about supporting families and establishing a strong foundation for lifelong success. Recognized for quickly building rapport through a friendly approach, patient demeanour, and effective communication skills. Highly organized with an exceptional work ethic and a strong commitment to projects. Thrives in both independent and collaborative team settings.


Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Level 2 Early Childhood Educator

Thornhill Child Care
02.2024 - Current
  • Engaged with children aged 16 months to 6 years, providing care, guidance, and enrichment in a dynamic setting
  • Collaborated with staff to create and implement engaging activities based on children’s interests and developmental needs
  • Demonstrated flexibility and responsiveness to children's needs, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment

Level 2 Early Childhood Educator

Thornhill Child Care
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Practicum student - Children 3 - 4 yrs old
  • Established ongoing professional development goals, participating in workshops and conferences to stay current on emerging trends in early childhood education.
  • Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.

Procurement & Inventory Coordinator

TriMark Tubulars
04.2022 - 09.2023
  • Resolved discrepancies between physical counts and electronic records through thorough investigation and reconciliation efforts.
  • Managed all related documentation and records for the department.
  • Assisted in the implementation of an inventory management software system for improved record-keeping and reporting capabilities.

Level 1 Early Childhood Educator

Thornhill Child Care
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Practicum student – Children 5 – 6 yrs old in the Kindergarten Room
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.

Early Childhood Educator

Thornhill Child Care
09.2022 - 11.2022
  • Practicum student – Children 4 – 6 yrs old
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.

Education

Bachelor of - Child Studies, Early Learning and Child Care

Mount Royal University
Calgary, AB
2026

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Child-focused
  • Nurturing and Playful
  • Enthusiastic
  • Warm and Caring
  • Reflective practices
  • Creative planning
  • Active listening
  • Confidential
  • Leading activities
  • Problem-solving
  • Classroom management

Feedback

  • Her communication has been outstanding; she is always aware of our room’s needs.
  • She was very aware of each child’s specific needs and would adjust when necessary to best support them.
  • She is highly committed to the children and her learning.
  • The activities she planned reflected her understanding of the FLIGHT program and were successful and engaging for the children.

Certification

  • CPR/AED Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • Level 2 Early Childhood Education Certification
  • Outdoor Play in the Early Years Conference Certification

Awards

2024 Early Learning & Child Care Métis Scholar Award

Timeline

Level 2 Early Childhood Educator

Thornhill Child Care
02.2024 - Current

Level 2 Early Childhood Educator

Thornhill Child Care
09.2023 - 12.2023

Level 1 Early Childhood Educator

Thornhill Child Care
01.2023 - 04.2023

Early Childhood Educator

Thornhill Child Care
09.2022 - 11.2022

Procurement & Inventory Coordinator

TriMark Tubulars
04.2022 - 09.2023
  • CPR/AED Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • Level 2 Early Childhood Education Certification
  • Outdoor Play in the Early Years Conference Certification

Bachelor of - Child Studies, Early Learning and Child Care

Mount Royal University
Crystal Shaw