Jasmine Nolan
Mississauga,ON
Summary
Self-motivated, dependable volunteer experienced working toward humanitarian objectives. Committed to providing compassionate support while adhering to mission of organization. Excellent communication and relationship building skills. Caring professional prepared to deliver case management and client advocacy. Dedicated to helping others achieve progress toward goals and meet specific needs. Wide-ranging knowledge of applicable services and professionals appropriate for clients. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness. Preschool Teacher with engaging nature and enthusiasm for classroom education. Experienced and trained in varying teaching methods with goal to fulfill each student's individual learning needs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator/Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Peel District School Board
09.2021 - Current
- Various LTO and supply work, Peel District School Board
- Collaborated with the classroom teacher to support the planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate activities to build skills in literacy, numeracy and cognition through large and small group activities such as outlined in the Full-Day Early Learning - Kindergarten Program to support children's wellbeing, learning and development
- Observed, monitored and assessed the development of pupils in the Full-Day Early Learning - Kindergarten Program and extended day program as well as carried out specialized activities to support learning for children requiring an IEP
- Maintained all appropriate records for students (e.g
- Attendance, health, etc.) as well as implemented the curriculum and addressed individual students' identified needs, strengths, and stages of development and interests.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
Youth Mentor Volunteer
Erin Mills Youth Centre
01.2018 - Current
- Provided positive role modeling for youngsters through dress and personal behavior.
- Demonstrated positive social skills to build healthy relationships.
- Coordinated activities providing safety requirements for participation.
- Maintained confidentiality of children and medical conditions or issues.
- Completed administrative tasks such as answering phones, filing paperwork and data entry.
- Coordinated team-building group activities to promote socialization.
- Participated in marketing and fundraising to promote organizational awareness.
- Monitored and observed participants and reported concerns to supervisor for immediate attention.
- Led group discussions and activities to meet different community needs.
- Created educational materials to convey important information to service recipients.
- Coordinated and managed volunteer activities for community service projects.
- Took active role in patient and family planning process, detailing instructions, and responding appropriately and effectively to questions and concerns.
Voluntary Worker
VARIOUS POSITIONS
01.2003 - 4 2020
- Food banks in Mississauga
- Various classrooms and trips
- Children with behaviour difficulties
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Assisted with event coordination and on-site support.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Participated in volunteer orientations and training sessions to learn about organizational changes and mission updates.
- Guided troubled individuals to tools and resources necessary for healing.
- Completed daily domestic tasks in shelters and group homes to assist people in need.
Registered Early Childhood Educator
Childventures
12.2016 - 04.2018
- Provided physically safe and emotionally supportive environment while creating age-appropriate programs to enhance children's cognitive, physical, social and emotional development
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Sanitize toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Actively participated in required training sessions within Childventures curriculum and community-sponsored professional development
- Weekly program plans meeting all requirements of curriculum, daily observations, as well as child records, were provided
- Implemented emergency procedures as well as interacted with Ministry staff and other regulators around licensing requirements for inspection purposes
- Provided positive social experiences while facilitating age-appropriate programming that displayed an understanding of a variety of cultures and value systems.
Registered Early Childhood Educator
ABC Nursery
09.2013 - 05.2016
- Temple Playhouse/Wesley Urban Ministries/ Umbrella child care centres Hamilton ON
- Before and after-school class facilitator and relief staff, Ontario Early Years Centres, Wesley Child Care Centre, School-Age Programs, breakfast program and Ontario early years centres
- Led children in age-appropriate activities and implemented curriculum
- Maintain great professional relationships with parents and the different staff
- This position gave me the ability to explore the field in full.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Registered Early Childhood Educator
Educational Rec Centre
01.2013 - 09.2013
- Planned and implemented different program plans using various types of curriculums
- Themed based programming for toddlers and Jr
- Preschoolers used emergent curriculum and integration (autism and ADHD) for the senior preschoolers and Kinder
- Maintained a great level of professionalism and compassion when interacting with children and parents, as well as trained new staff, participated in workshops, and helped children with the transition of new teachers.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
Residential Support Staff
Balsam Lodge
01.2011 - 06.2013
- Worked with residents of mental disability who rented living accommodations that allowed them freedom and stability
- Maintained safe working environment through prevention of accidents, preservation of equipment and achievement of safe working practices.
- Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
- Designed and implemented various activities to encourage socialization and aid residents in identifying potential.
- Assisted residents with basic activities of daily living.
- Reported changes in resident condition and health to resident care manager.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Provided complex crisis intervention and stabilization to patients in psychological distress
- Delivered individualized counseling services to clients working through issues such as mental illness and substance abuse
- Educated clients and families about mental health issues, treatments and resources
- Evaluated patients based on mental and physical parameters discovered through interviews and standardized assessments
- Collaborated with mental health professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients
Registered Early Childhood Educator
Meadowlands Preschool and Daycare
09.2011 - 01.2013
- Planned and organized activities for toddlers
- Lead children in age-appropriate activities and implemented curriculum
- Maintain great professional relationships with parents utilizing them within my programming.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
Registered Early Childhood Educator
Centre Daycare
10.2011 - 05.2012
- Planned and organized activities for infants, pre-school and school-age children
- Lead children in activities to stimulate and develop their intellectual, physical and emotional growth
- Programmed for all ages groups and worked with children with mental disabilities and behaviour issues.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques
Field Placement Student
Jamesville Children's Center / Noah's Ark
01.2009 - 04.2010
- Worked with children during free play and assisted in program planning
- Aided facilitators with field trips as well as snacks and lunches
- Worked with toddlers
- Assisted in routines and transition of children
- Programmed learning centres for two weeks and did various activities with children.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, SOCIOLOGY MINOR
Laurentian University
Greater Sudbury, ON08.2023
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Mohawk College
Hamilton, ON06.2010
High School Diploma -
Walkerville High School
Windsor, ON06.2008
Skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Decision-making skills
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Effective organizational skills
- Stress and time management skills
- Leadership, team building, and goal-setting skills
- Great sense of independence and initiative
- Very good communication skills
- Smart Serve
- Motivating and Inspiring Students
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Crisis Intervention
- Mental Health Support
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator/Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Peel District School Board
09.2021 - Current
Youth Mentor Volunteer
Erin Mills Youth Centre
01.2018 - Current
Registered Early Childhood Educator
Childventures
12.2016 - 04.2018
Registered Early Childhood Educator
ABC Nursery
09.2013 - 05.2016
Registered Early Childhood Educator
Educational Rec Centre
01.2013 - 09.2013
Registered Early Childhood Educator
Centre Daycare
10.2011 - 05.2012
Registered Early Childhood Educator
Meadowlands Preschool and Daycare
09.2011 - 01.2013
Residential Support Staff
Balsam Lodge
01.2011 - 06.2013
Field Placement Student
Jamesville Children's Center / Noah's Ark
01.2009 - 04.2010
Voluntary Worker
VARIOUS POSITIONS
01.2003 - 4 2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, SOCIOLOGY MINOR
Laurentian University
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Mohawk College
High School Diploma -
Walkerville High School
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