Elaine Schlamp
Lampman,SK
Summary
Passionate about fostering supportive and nurturing environments for children. Experience includes managing daily routines, developing educational activities and promoting emotional growth in childcare roles. Possess strong communication skills, adaptability to varied situations and genuine empathy for children's needs. Previous work has resulted in enhanced learning experiences and improved behavioral outcomes. Motivated educator eager to apply classroom knowledge to real-world experiences, with a strong willingness to learn and contribute. Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset, ready to bring fresh perspectives and a strong work ethic to any team.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Provider
Self-Employeed
Lampman, Saskatchewan
09.2009 - Current
- Read stories to children, facilitated discussions and tied books into learning opportunities.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans and activities for children of various ages.
- Kept records of daily observations and information about activities, meals served and medications administered.
- Communicated with parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and upcoming events.
- Read books aloud to small groups or individual children.
- Taught children how to complete basic crafts such as paintings, drawings and decorations.
- Encouraged positive behaviors, including patience with teachers and fellow kids.
- Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in children to alert parents or guardians.
- Maintained a clean and organized play area.
- Planned field trips to local parks, libraries and other educational places.
- Ensured cleanliness of classroom areas including toys, furniture, materials.
- Implemented discipline strategies when needed while ensuring the safety of all students.
- Helped develop motor skills through active playtime activities like running, jumping.
- Sanitized toys and tables to maintain clean, safe environment.
Assistant Cook
Siggi’s
Agassiz, British Columbia
07.1991 - 06.1993
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Verified freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items and rotating stock.
- Portioned food onto plates, added garnishes and sauces and handed off to wait staff for serving.
- Operated industrial mixers and other food processing machinery to support kitchen operations.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Prepared salads, soups, and sandwiches according to customer's orders or supervisor's instructions and approved procedures.
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items under head chef's guidance.
- Used manual or electric appliances to clean, peel, slice and trim food.
- Ensured proper portion sizes were served during meal times.
- Provided assistance to cooks in preparing meals during busy periods.
- Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
- Sanitized kitchen counters and preparation areas to prevent foodborne illness and cross-contamination.
Education
Early Childhood Care And Education - Early Childhood Education
Universal Career Institue
Mount Royal, QC08-1991
Skills
- Childcare
- Care management
- Hygiene and cleanliness
- Housekeeping abilities
- Activity planning
- Healthy environments
- Positive reinforcement
- Meal preparation
- Safety awareness
- Child development knowledge
- Field trip planning
- Sanitation
- Toilet training
- Behavior management techniques
Timeline
Childcare Provider
Self-Employeed
09.2009 - Current
Assistant Cook
Siggi’s
07.1991 - 06.1993
Early Childhood Care And Education - Early Childhood Education
Universal Career Institue
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