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Dayna Spencer

Fort McMurray,AB

Summary

Inclusive Child Care Director, excelling in staff management and child advocacy. Passionate about creating accessible learning environments, fostering strong relationships with families, and enhancing educator development. Committed to implementing inclusive programming that promotes social-emotional growth and supports diverse learning needs.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Inclusive Child Care Director

KPSquared 24hr Innovative Child Care Centre
Fort McMurray, AB
07.2023 - Current

Passionate and dedicated Inclusive Care Director with a strong background in early childhood education and inclusive programming. Experienced in fostering accessible, responsive learning environments and supporting educators in implementing developmentally appropriate practices.

  • Lead and oversee inclusive care programs, ensuring accessibility and high-quality learning environments.
  • Support educators in implementing inclusive and child-centered programming.
  • Foster relationships with families, external partners, and support services to enhance child development outcomes.
  • Facilitate professional learning and mentorship for educators in alignment with Flight and pedagogical leadership principles.
  • Collaborate with leadership teams to enhance center operations and inclusive programming.
  • Scheduling for both ICC children and staff.

Educational Assistant / OSC

Fort McMurray Catholic Board Of Education
Fort McMurray, Alberta
09.2009 - 06.2023
  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect.
  • Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with classroom teachers.
  • Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decision making.
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instructional strategies tailored to individual learning needs.

Practicum Placement

YMCA
Fort McMurray
09.2008 - 12.2008
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks.
  • Gained hands-on experience working within the Child Care field.
  • Adhered to all licensing regulations.
  • Participated in planning for the children.
  • Documentation of the children.

Education

Flight: Alberta's Early Learning And Care Framewor

Grant MacEwan
02-2025

Leading Through A Pedagogical Lens

ARQE
02-2025

Childhood Studies Diploma - Early Childhood Studies

Keyano College
Fort McMurray, AB
05-2010

Timeline

Inclusive Child Care Director

KPSquared 24hr Innovative Child Care Centre
07.2023 - Current

Educational Assistant / OSC

Fort McMurray Catholic Board Of Education
09.2009 - 06.2023

Practicum Placement

YMCA
09.2008 - 12.2008

Flight: Alberta's Early Learning And Care Framewor

Grant MacEwan

Leading Through A Pedagogical Lens

ARQE

Childhood Studies Diploma - Early Childhood Studies

Keyano College
Dayna Spencer