Elisa Oyuela
Scarborough,ON
Summary
Energetic and passionate Early Childhood Educator with exceptional experience working with various age groups leading small and large groups. A strong educator with experience leading teams, delivering results and exceeding expectations. Skilled in teaching new concepts and best practice strategies. Practical problem-solver with excellent issue and conflict-resolution skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor
Tiny Bumblebees Child Care
Toronto, ON
06.2016 - 06.2024
- Oversaw daily operations of the centre, ensuring smooth flow of the programs.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Handled client complaints, resolved issues, and if required adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Maintained compliance with the Ministry of Education and Toronto Public Health's guidelines and policies.
- Maintained compliance with Tiny Bumblebees' philosophies and program values to ensure the delivery of a safe and structured program.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Mentored newly hired employees on safety, children's specific needs, classroom routines and the centre's policies.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staffed shifts.
- Demonstrated commitment to the centre's core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
- Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and adherence to financial guidelines.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address areas of improvement.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into the centre's waitlist and follow up to schedule tours.
- Created and managed timelines and budgets.
- Monitored workflow to improve the programs and provide extra support where required.
Preschool Teacher
Apple Jacks Preschool
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Fostered creativity while supporting early literacy skills by incorporating art-based projects into daily routines.
- Monitored student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly for optimal results.
- Improved language development by integrating storytelling, songs, and interactive games in daily lessons.
- Enhanced social-emotional learning through age-appropriate activities focused on self-awareness, empathy, and relationship-building skills.
Preschool Teacher
Purple Tree Child Care Inc.
08.2014 - 08.2015
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Macris Kindergarten
Tegucigalpa, Honduras
09.2010 - 06.2011
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and areas of improvement, encouraging a collaborative approach to education.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Submitted weekly lesson plans.
- Enhanced preschoolers'' learning experiences by incorporating creative and interactive teaching methods in daily lessons.
High School Teacher
Macris High School
Tegucigalpa, Honduras
11.2009 - 06.2010
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching abilities further.
- Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help students succeed in program.
- Planned, developed, and executed lessons reflecting high school curriculum and core educational standards.
- Increased student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities into lessons.
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and targeted interventions to improve academic performance.
- Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills through the use of engaging debate topics and problem-solving exercises.
- Created study guides, research materials and syllabi for students.
- Distributed and collected classroom materials such as worksheets, quizzes, and tests.
- Evaluated students' academic and social growth, kept appropriate records, and prepared progress reports to gauge performance.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, connecting subjects for a more cohesive learning experience.
- Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement presentations.
- Selected and requisitioned appropriate books and instructional aids to complement lesson plans.
- Worked collaboratively with school administrators to implement intellectually challenging visual arts program that provided creative outlet for students.
Education
Bachelor Degree: Bussiness Administration in Tourism -
UNITEC
Diploma in Early Childhood Education -
Algonquin College
01.2014
Skills
- Assessment skills: Remain objective when assessing children
- Spontaneous and creative when implementing activities and resources based on children’s interests
- Program planning based on ELECT
- Effectively communicate with families and staff
- Friendly and outgoing
- Effectively functions under pressure
- Effectively manage time to meet deadlines
- Take initiative/self-motivated
- Adaptable to different environments and situations
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Goal-Oriented
- Training and mentoring
- Staff Management
- Employee Motivation
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Operations Management
Languages
Spanish (native language)
Native or Bilingual
English (second language)
Native or Bilingual
Referencesavailable
True
Volunteer Experience
- Dragon Boat Festival at the children’s area, Ottawa, ON, 2013
- Iguana Station, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras, 2012
- Centro de Niñas Las Flores (Girl's Orphanage Las Flores) Tegucigalpa, Honduras, 2011
- CISV (Children’s International Summer Villages), Junior Counselor, Biloxi, Mississippi, USA, 2000
- Children's Cancer Centre Honduras, 2000
Hobbies and Interests
- Spending time with my family
- Reading
- Scuba diving
- Traveling
- Yoga
- Exercising
- Cooking
- Dancing
REGISTERED WITH THE COLLEGE OF ECES
Timeline
Supervisor
Tiny Bumblebees Child Care
06.2016 - 06.2024
Preschool Teacher
Apple Jacks Preschool
01.2016 - 05.2016
Preschool Teacher
Purple Tree Child Care Inc.
08.2014 - 08.2015
Lead Preschool Teacher
Macris Kindergarten
09.2010 - 06.2011
High School Teacher
Macris High School
11.2009 - 06.2010
Bachelor Degree: Bussiness Administration in Tourism -
UNITEC
Diploma in Early Childhood Education -
Algonquin College