Jacklyn Beckford
Mission,BC
Summary
Dynamic Early Childhood Educator Assistant with expertise in child development and outdoor education, honed at Little Willows Day Care Kids & Company. Proven ability to foster engaging learning environments and build strong relationships with families, enhancing children's educational experiences through tailored activities and effective communication.
Professional educator with a focus on early childhood development. Skilled in supporting classroom activities and creating engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability to meet the evolving needs of the classroom. Strong expertise in child behavior management and instructional support.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Little Willows Day Care Kids & Company
07.2025 - Current
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within early childhood education.
- Developed strong classroom management skills, maintaining an orderly and focused learning environment for all students.
Police Sergeant
Royal Bahamas Police Force
09.2002 - 07.2022
- Motivated and trained squad members to become proficient with equipment and daily tasks.
- Supervised and coordinated daily operations of patrol shifts of up to 100 officers.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Accompanied police officers during shifts to evaluate performance and resolve incorrect behaviors.
Customer Service Representative
Disney Cruise Lines
06.1997 - 06.1998
- Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
- Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Happy Kids Pre School
09.1993 - 09.1996
- Established strong relationships with families through open communication channels and participation in school events.
- Utilized assessment data to inform future instruction, tailoring lessons to address areas needing additional focus or support.
- Managed daily routines efficiently, ensuring smooth transitions between different activities throughout the day without any loss of instructional time.
- Enhanced children''s learning experiences by incorporating engaging play activities and age-appropriate educational materials.
Restaurant Hostess
Club Med
06.1990 - 06.1993
- Managed seating chart and monitored activity in the restaurant to keep a constant and efficient dining flow.
- Collected information from arriving customers to seat groups or place them on the waitlist.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers in keeping the dining area ready for every guest.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed customers of accurate wait times.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
University Canada West
Vancouver, British Columbia10-2024
Associate of Arts - General Studies
University Canada West
Vancouver, British Columbia10-2024
High School Diploma -
Adult Study Center
Nassau Bahamas06-2001
No Degree - Electronics Certificate
Bahamas Technical And Vocational Institute
Nassau Bahamas09-1991
Skills
- Outdoor education
- Classroom organization
- Child development expertise
- Age-appropriate activities
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- First Aid in Infant and Child CPR
- Food Safe Level 1
- License the Ministry of Education and Child Care, British Columbia
- Certified Youth Leader, Ministry of Youth
- Completed the recruit Training Program at the Police College
- Supervised a team of 6-100 Police Officers
- Award for most outstanding Police Officer
- Certificate in Police in Partners in Mental Health
- Pointman Certificate in Responsible Leadership and Ethics
- Ministry of Tourism Certificate of Merit
- Certificate In Electronics (BTVI)
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Little Willows Day Care Kids & Company
07.2025 - Current
Police Sergeant
Royal Bahamas Police Force
09.2002 - 07.2022
Customer Service Representative
Disney Cruise Lines
06.1997 - 06.1998
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Happy Kids Pre School
09.1993 - 09.1996
Restaurant Hostess
Club Med
06.1990 - 06.1993
Associate of Arts - General Studies
University Canada West
Associate of Arts - General Studies
University Canada West
High School Diploma -
Adult Study Center
No Degree - Electronics Certificate
Bahamas Technical And Vocational Institute