JENNA PRINS
Blackfalds,AB
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of children. Trained in foundations, early childhood education and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to foster authentic learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Educator
Aspen Lakes Discovery Center
06.2023 - Current
- Maintained safety and cleanliness by sterilizing toys and surfaces.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Communicated with children's guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Provided individualized instruction and support to meet personal needs of each child.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
Early Childhood Educator
Jenna’s Day Home
12.2013 - 06.2023
- Implemented age appropriate and child-initiated activities in directing learning experiences for children ages 0-9 years
- Provide a wide range of optional play and learning material to appeal to all children’s interests, maximizing participation and enjoyment
- Carefully observed and communicated with children/parents to develop activities relevant to their immediate interests and needs
- Promoted the development of social skills by helping children learn to communicate their feelings and to hear each other
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with families and children
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse experiences for inside and outside
Special Needs Caregiver
Parkland Class Community Living Society
02.2007 - 01.2013
- Toileting residents and Emptying catheter bags
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure
- Fed residents, and documented food/fluid intake
- Ensured that options and choices are provided and that individuals are supported in achieving their personal goals and potential
- Provided assistance to individuals with disabilities by helping with activities of daily living
- Maintained clean and safe environment to prevent accidents and promote health
- Engaged individuals in recreational and leisure activities to promote socialization and improve quality of life
- Maintained confidentiality and privacy to protect individual's rights and well-being
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming
Education
High School Diploma -
Lacombe Composite High School
Lacombe, AB06.2006
Skills
- Foundations in Community Disability Studies Course
- Level 1 Early Childhood Educator Certificate
- Excellent Communication
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- First Aid/CPR
- Organization and Time Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Cultural Awareness
- Team building
Timeline
Childcare Educator
Aspen Lakes Discovery Center
06.2023 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Jenna’s Day Home
12.2013 - 06.2023
Special Needs Caregiver
Parkland Class Community Living Society
02.2007 - 01.2013
High School Diploma -
Lacombe Composite High School
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