Emily Fitzgerald
Calgary
Summary
To contribute to and support the growing minds of young children while utilizing my skills and expertise by providing play-based programs and services to children aged 3 to 5 years and their families.
Experienced early childhood educator with strong focus on creating engaging, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environments. Skilled in curriculum design, classroom management, and fostering positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues. Known for adaptability, teamwork, and achieving desired educational outcomes. Consistently reliable and responsive to changing classroom needs.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Chestermere Community Playschool
06.2013 - Current
- Part of a teaching team, working closely with my teacher partner to create an exciting, inviting, and engaging playschool classroom
- Responsible for supervision and well-being of up to 24 children aged 3-5
- Providing a safe environment where individual differences are appreciated, communication is open, and each child’s needs are addressed
- Planning and implementing a play-based program which emphasizes social, physical, intellectual, creative, and emotional development
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Providing programming for three- to five-year-olds, offering a gradual transition from home to kindergarten
- Responsible for maintaining a standard of professionalism while communicating with parents and caregivers daily
- Works closely as a partner with I’m For Kids Team to provide specialized services to children in such domains as: speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and behavioural/psychological support under Mild/Moderate and/or PUF funding
- Adheres to specific Child Care Licensing standards and practices as outlined by the Government of Alberta
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops and conferences to stay current with Early Education practices and curriculum.
- Participates in monthly board meetings to ensure Not-for-profit business runs smoothly.
Host, Server/Bartender and Expo
Chili’s Texas Grill
04.2009 - 01.2017
- Use professional communication skills while answering the telephone and taking reservations, call ahead’s and take-out orders to ensure customers are satisfied when arriving and are promptly seated and taken care of
- Responsible for always keeping the restaurant tidy to maintain exceptional health and safety standards
- Responding to customers questions and concerns by listening and attending appropriately to ensure they are heard and handled accordingly
- Responsible for expediting the food to ensure it is brought out to the table in a timely and efficient manner
- Responsible for maintaining a high standard of customer service at all times
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.
Server/Bartender
Silverwing Links Golf Course
06.2016 - 10.2016
- Responsible for keeping the clubhouse tidy and always welcoming for members and their guests
- Use friendly and professional communication skills while assisting guests and taking food and beverage orders
- Responsible for opening and setting up the restaurant for the day as well as closing the restaurant
- Responsible for always maintaining a high standard of customer service in person as well as over the phone
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Out of School Care Leader
Chestermere Recreation Centre
09.2011 - 06.2013
- Responsible for supervision and well-being of up to 40 children aged 6-13
- Responsible for fostering a safe and fun environment, using role-modeling techniques, such as; positive social skills and inclusion of all children, based on individual interests, needs, and abilities
- Uses professional communication skills when speaking to parents, regarding issues, questions, and concerns and age-appropriate language when speaking with children
- Responsible for creating age-appropriate activities and crafts, while actively participating in all activities
- Provides a safe environment where individual differences are appreciated and celebrated, where communication is open and each child’s needs are addressed
- Works with families and the Chestermere Community to provide quality Out of School Care
Childcare Support Worker/Student
Whitehorn Playcare
01.2009 - 04.2009
- Implemented and supervised developmentally appropriate activities such as play days, snack times, and arts and crafts to meet children’s physical, emotional cognitive, and social needs based on their individual interests and needs
- Completed Anecdotal statements and reports based on children’s developmental stages
- Enhanced the quality of care for the children by providing personalized support and assistance with daily activities.
- Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Child Studies Degree -
Mount Royal University
Calgary, AB01.2013
Human Services Foundation Certificate -
Fanshawe College
London, ON01.2007
High School Diploma -
Mother Teresa Catholic Secondary School
London, ON01.2005
Skills
- Mom to two children ages 7 and 4
- Twelve years teaching experience in a preschool setting with children aged 3-5
- Four years experience volunteering with children ages 5-12 at a 'Learn to Skate' summer camp
- Experience with curriculum development
- Planned, implemented, supervised, and evaluated developmentally appropriate activities such as play days, snack times, and arts and crafts to meet children’s social, physical, intellectual, creative, and emotional development based on their individual interests and needs
- Created a preschool program that was adult directed and child lead focusing on kindergarten readiness and learning through play
- Team player with strong organizational and communication skills, patience, creativity, and flexibility
- Able to work independently and collaboratively and take directions from others
- Completed courses such as 'Interpersonal Communication,' 'Program Planning and Evaluation,' 'Interviewing Skills,' and 'Supporting Through Play'
- Child Development Supervisor Certificate (Formerly level 3)
- Standard First Aid CPR/AED Level C Certified
- Seven years experience Serving and Bartending with over Eleven years working in the restaurant industry as a Hostess and Expo/QA
Certification
Exploring Early Childhood Curriculum: Play, Possibilities and Participation (FLIGHT) - MacEwan University - Edmonton, AB 2024-2025
Brain Story Certification - Alberta Family Wellness Initiative - March 2024
Timeline
Server/Bartender
Silverwing Links Golf Course
06.2016 - 10.2016
Teacher
Chestermere Community Playschool
06.2013 - Current
Out of School Care Leader
Chestermere Recreation Centre
09.2011 - 06.2013
Host, Server/Bartender and Expo
Chili’s Texas Grill
04.2009 - 01.2017
Childcare Support Worker/Student
Whitehorn Playcare
01.2009 - 04.2009
Human Services Foundation Certificate -
Fanshawe College
High School Diploma -
Mother Teresa Catholic Secondary School
Exploring Early Childhood Curriculum: Play, Possibilities and Participation (FLIGHT) - MacEwan University - Edmonton, AB 2024-2025
Brain Story Certification - Alberta Family Wellness Initiative - March 2024
Bachelor of Applied Child Studies Degree -
Mount Royal University
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