Summary
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Work History
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Certification
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Gurmehak Kaur

Saskatoon

Summary

A compassionate and reflective Early Childhood Educator with a strong foundation in developmentally appropriate practices, child guidance strategies, and curriculum design, gained through both academic training and hands-on practicum experience. Committed to fostering inclusive, holistic learning environments where every child feels seen, heard, and valued. Seeking a position where I can apply my knowledge to support children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual development in culturally responsive and nature-rich settings.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Elderly Caregiver

Beacon House Care Home
09.2024 - Current
  • Provided care and companionship to elderly residents in a respectful, dignified manner.
  • Transferred responsive caregiving strategies from elderly care to ECE by emphasizing connection, patience, and empathy.
  • Ensured a safe and clean environment aligned with health regulations.
  • Maintained confidentiality and built trusting relationships with families and coworkers.

ECE Practicum Student

Westgate Heights Early Learning Centre
10.2024 - 12.2025
  • Fostered strong relationships with families through open communication to build trust and understand children needs better
  • Engaged children in daily storytelling sessions to spark imagination, support language development and strengthen listening skills.
  • Guided children through daily routines and transitions with warmth, patience, and consistency, minimizing emotional overwhelm.
  • Assisted with cleaning and organizing the play area to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for the children.
  • Collaborated with educators to reflect on child development and refine classroom strategies.
  • Facilitated outdoor, nature-based, and risky play to encourage imagination, resilience, and physical activity.




ECE Practicum Student

Navera Early Learning and Family Centre
03.2025 - 04.2025


  • Designed and implemented play-based learning experiences aligned with children’s interests and Indigenous principles of belonging and identity.
  • Supported nutrition conversations and safety practices during meals and hygiene routines.
  • Maintained detailed observation records and used documentation to guide curriculum planning.
  • Applied direct guidance strategies to foster self-regulation and positive peer interactions.
  • Partnered with my supervisor to thoughtfully design well-structured learning spaces to minimize overstimulation and foster emotional security.



Education

Level 2 Certificate - Early Childhood Education

Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Saskatoon, SK
04.2025

Diploma - Level 3 in Early childhood education

Saskatchewan Polytechnic
01-2026

Senior Secondary Education - Medical Stream

Central Board of Secondary Education
03.2023

Skills

  • Demonstrate punctuality, confidentiality, effective communication, self-care, and collaborative teamwork
  • Use authoritative, respectful strategies like active listening, redirection, and I-messages
  • Builds warm, trusting relationships with families, ensuring open communication for collaborative child development
  • Proficient in applying emergent curriculum principles to create inquiry-driven provocations and invitations that nurture holistic children development
  • View children as competent, capable risk-takers with unique potential and cultural identities Recognize and support diverse images of children

Certification

The Hanen Teacher Talk Training Program (3-day workshop on child language skills and fostering peer relations.) | Facilitator-Nicole Ferguson Marshall

Interests

  • Participate in community events and cultural celebrations which helps me promote diversity in classroom
  • Passionate about science and biology, using hands-on learning to introduce children to basic STEM concepts
  • Interested in music and movement, creating playful experiences that enhance rhythm, coordination, and self-expression

Timeline

ECE Practicum Student

Navera Early Learning and Family Centre
03.2025 - 04.2025

ECE Practicum Student

Westgate Heights Early Learning Centre
10.2024 - 12.2025

Elderly Caregiver

Beacon House Care Home
09.2024 - Current

Senior Secondary Education - Medical Stream

Central Board of Secondary Education

Level 2 Certificate - Early Childhood Education

Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Diploma - Level 3 in Early childhood education

Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Gurmehak Kaur