Jane Cervi
St Anns,Ontario
Summary
Experienced in researching and analyzing early learning and child care policies at regional, provincial, and federal levels. Skilled in developing briefing materials and resources for advocacy purposes. Proficient in responding to research requests and monitoring relevant legislation, providing concise summaries. Capable of synthesizing information from online research and reports to deliver comprehensive reviews. Able to collect and analyze data from early years and child care programs to support effective oversight and service system planning. Experienced in establishing consistent standards and inventory by gathering, reviewing, and synthesizing processes and procedures. Strong communication skills with a focus on providing excellent customer service to internal and external partners. Proficient in problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution techniques. Capable of reviewing reports and preparing concise summaries. Able to serve as a backup for daily monitoring of emerging issues.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Assistant
Toronto Metropolitan University
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Developed strong communication skills by presenting research findings at conferences, meetings, and academic gatherings.
- Simplified complex concepts for students, contributing to noticeable improvement in exam scores.
- Enhanced research outcomes with meticulous data collection and analysis.
- Empowered students to achieve academic success by offering personalized mentoring sessions.
- Fostered collaborative learning environment, organizing study groups that improved overall student performance.
- Improved academic support by organizing tutoring sessions for students struggling with course material.
- Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
Graduate Assistant
Toronto Metropolitan University
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Assist with lectures
- Grade learning plans
- Lecture on policy development and reading
- Leadership and mentoring
- Develop programs, perform outreach or organize data.
- Conducted relevant research and gathered valuable resources for faculty members'' ongoing projects and publications.
Graduate Assistant
Toronto Metropolitan University
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Managed administrative tasks such as grading, scheduling, and record-keeping to ensure smooth operations within academic departments.
- Served as a liaison between faculty members and students for addressing concerns or issues related to coursework or academic policies.
- Administered coursework, graded assignments and provided constructive feedback.
- Conducted relevant research and gathered valuable resources for faculty members'' ongoing projects and publications.
- Expanded professional network through active participation in university-wide events, conferences, seminars, or training sessions.
- Organized events and workshops for promoting learning outside the classroom, fostering a sense of community among students.
Child Care Business
Self-employeed
03.2000 - 08.2023
- Provided quality child care to hundreds of families all over the community
- Enhanced children''s emotional development by providing supportive guidance and encouragement.
- Partnered with parents to establish open communication lines, ensuring the continuity of care between home and childcare setting.
- Assisted lead teacher in implementing age-appropriate lesson plans, fostering cognitive growth in each child.
- Implemented evidence-based strategies for managing challenging behaviors, contributing to overall classroom harmony and functionality.
- Conducted regular progress monitoring assessments, using collected data to individualize instruction and improve learning outcomes for each child.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Maintained a safe environment for children by adhering to strict safety guidelines and protocols.
Registered Early Childhood Educator
A Child's World Education/Child Care Centers
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Registered Early Childhood Educator
District School Board of Niagara
12.2018 - 06.2020
- Developed strong relationships with families through open communication channels, parent-teacher conferences, and community events participation.
- Created a safe, nurturing environment for all children by enforcing strict health and safety protocols within the classroom.
- Led professional development workshops for fellow educators on topics such as curriculum planning, child development theories, and classroom management strategies.
- Improved literacy skills in young learners by incorporating storytelling, songs, and reading materials into lessons.
- Supported diverse learning needs of children with tailored lesson plans and differentiated instruction techniques.
- Implemented culturally responsive teaching practices that celebrated diversity within the classroom community while encouraging inclusion among peers from various backgrounds.
- Continuously pursued professional growth opportunities through participation in workshops, webinars, conferences, and coursework to stay current with best practices within the early childhood education field.
- Implemented STEM-focused activities to introduce students to scientific concepts while fostering problem-solving skills.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Education
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Studies And Policy
Toronto Metropolitan University
Toronto, ON10.2024
Bachelor's degree - Education Studies
Toronto Metropolitan University
Toronto, ON07.2023
Skills
- Years of experience in the Early Learning Sector
- Education and life experiences: Through lived experiences, post-secondary education and a Master’s level education I have gained excellent interpersonal, writing, organizational, and decision-making skills, and policy studies
- Supported students as they navigated their way through their post-secondary education
- Research and Policy Development: Interned at the childcare resource and research unit (Martha Friendly), contributing to the development of early learning policies and public outreach
- Research: developed data and worked with colleagues analyzing and studying policies in the public-sector
- Strong interpersonal skills and conflict management: Strong leadership, relationship building and interpersonal skills
- Experience working with Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing: Using anti-oppressive approaches to community engagement and development
- Microsoft: Advanced knowledge of all MS office
- Equity, inclusion and diversity: Ability to develop collaboration among diverse groups, ability to think strategically and lead and manage change
- Microsoft Office
Volunteer Experience
- Association for Early childhood educators of Ontario, Board Member of Directors, Provide strategic direction and support for early childhood educators across Ontario
- MA-Education, Communications Director, Student union leader. Provided support to students while obtaining a Masters Degree
- MA-Education, Student Representative, Scholarly Research and Creative Activities Committee. Facilitated meetings
Awardscertificates
- Award of Merit-2023/24, Toronto Metropolitan University
- TCPS-2 certificate
- Every Child Matters-4 seasons of Reconciliation-2023, Certificate from the University of Regina
- Dawn Dean Memorial award and graduated with honors-1998, Niagara College
Timeline
Graduate Assistant
Toronto Metropolitan University
01.2024 - 04.2024
Graduate Assistant
Toronto Metropolitan University
09.2023 - 12.2023
Graduate Assistant
Toronto Metropolitan University
09.2023 - 12.2023
Registered Early Childhood Educator
A Child's World Education/Child Care Centers
06.2022 - 06.2023
Registered Early Childhood Educator
District School Board of Niagara
12.2018 - 06.2020
Child Care Business
Self-employeed
03.2000 - 08.2023
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Studies And Policy
Toronto Metropolitan University
Bachelor's degree - Education Studies
Toronto Metropolitan University
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