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Jacklyn Beckford

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 Columbia
10-2024

Associate of Arts - General Studies

University Canada West
Vancouver, British Columbia
10-2024

High School Diploma -

Adult Study Center
Nassau Bahamas
06-2001

No Degree - Electronics Certificate

Bahamas Technical And Vocational Institute
Nassau Bahamas
09-1991

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
Jacklyn Beckford