Janet Aguirre
Scarborough,ON
Summary
Dedicated Early Childhood Educator focused on fostering foundational skills for young learners. Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with children through effective communication and a supportive approach. Highly organized with a strong work ethic, consistently meeting project deadlines. Proficient in both independent and collaborative educational environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Early Childhood Educator
Rainbow Village Childcare
11.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented a developmentally appropriate curriculum for children's growth.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure effective care and operation of the program.
- Assessed children's abilities, interests, and needs, discussing progress with staff and parents.
- Created a safe, nurturing environment for all children by enforcing strict health and safety protocols within the classroom.
Registered Early Childhood Educator
Odyssey Montessori
07.2021 - 11.2022
- Improved literacy skills in young learners by incorporating storytelling, songs, and reading materials into lessons.
- Implemented culturally responsive teaching practices that celebrated diversity within the classroom community while encouraging inclusion among peers from various backgrounds.
- Fostered social skills and emotional growth in children through daily group activities and individualized attention.
Registered Early Childhood Educator
My School Co-operative Nursery
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Developed strong relationships with families through open communication channels, parent-teacher conferences, and community events participation.
- Encouraged physical activity among students by incorporating movement breaks throughout the day and coordinating outdoor playtime opportunities.
- Coordinated field trips and other enrichment activities to expose children to new experiences and enhance their understanding of the world around them.
- Fostered social skills and emotional growth in children through daily group activities and individualized attention.
Pre-K Teacher
American International School of Kuwait
09.2012 - 08.2020
- Provide a planned instructional program of teaching and assessment which embraces the philosophy, standards, and curriculum of the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and within the framework of Common Core State Standards under the guidance of the PYP coordinator and Pedagogical Leadership Team.
- Model and interpret in a manner appropriate to the age and development of the student, the attributes as described in the learner profile.
- Engage in reflection on their own practice, both individually and in collaboration with colleagues, with a view to sharing ideas and strengths, and with the primary aim of improving their teaching to improve student learning.
- Maintain all relevant lesson plans and supporting documentation in electronic form on Atlas Rubicon.
- Undertake all supervision and other assigned duties by administration as required for the smooth and safe operation of the school.
Instructional Assistant
American School of Kuwait
09.2010 - 06.2012
- Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
- Prepared instructional materials such as worksheets, visual aids, or manipulatives according to teacher directives for effective lesson execution.
- Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
Early Childhood Education Teacher
Creative Preschool of East Toronto
09.2007 - 08.2009
- Responsible for creating a secure, stimulating and flexible environment in which children may develop socially, emotionally, physically and cognitively.
- Set up an environment in which children develop social and thinking skills through arts, crafts, drama, puzzles, computers and free play activities.
- Encourage children to think of unique and creative solutions in collaboration with others.
- Assist the children as they develop group skills, the ability to problem solve and self-discipline.
- Plan age-appropriate emergent curriculum activities that stimulates language and math concepts and encourage children to think of unique and creative solutions in collaboration with others.
Education
Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
George Brown College
Toronto, None04-2007
Bachelor of Science - Hotel Administration
University of Santo Tomas
Philippines03.1992
Skills
- Diploma in Early Childhood Education
- Certificate in Advanced Studies in Inclusive Early Childhood Program
- TESL certification from Oxford Seminar
- Experience as Pre-School homeroom teacher
- Teaching experience in online environments
- Sensitivity to diverse learning needs
- Expertise in child engagement
- Support for children with challenges
- Implementation of an age-appropriate curriculum
- Effective time management abilities
- Creative learning strategies
Certification
- Diploma in Early Childhood Education
- Certificate in Advanced Studies in Inclusive Early Childhood Program
- First Aid & CPR/AED Level C Issue Date: 2023-05-12
- Practical Tools to help write an ISP Workshop -2024-11-26
- Learning through Play Workshop– 2023-05-12
- Experience Math thru Nature Workshop – 2023-06-28
- From Puzzle to Person: Workshop Understanding Autism in Early Learning Years Part 1 & 2 – 2023-10-03 and 2023-10-10
- Brain Architecture Game Workshop
Accomplishments
- Deans Honour List Student at George Brown College- GPA 3.89 out of 4.0
- Awards received from George Brown:
- Field Placement Recognition Award
- Student Ambassador Award
Timeline
Registered Early Childhood Educator
Rainbow Village Childcare
11.2022 - Current
Registered Early Childhood Educator
Odyssey Montessori
07.2021 - 11.2022
Registered Early Childhood Educator
My School Co-operative Nursery
02.2021 - 06.2021
Pre-K Teacher
American International School of Kuwait
09.2012 - 08.2020
Instructional Assistant
American School of Kuwait
09.2010 - 06.2012
Early Childhood Education Teacher
Creative Preschool of East Toronto
09.2007 - 08.2009
Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
George Brown College
Bachelor of Science - Hotel Administration
University of Santo Tomas
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