Jennifer Farnsworth
Port Colborne,ON
Summary
Compassionate, creative and energetic Registered Early Childhood Educator devoted to offering diverse activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Friendly, supportive and motivated with strong desire to promote student potential. Offering 5 years of experience with passion for building strong rapport with faculty, students, caregivers and skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Early Childhood Educator
Niagara Catholic District School Board
05.2018 - Current
- Provide high-quality care and education for children in accordance with the Ontario Early Years Curriculum Framework
- Utilize knowledge of physical, cognitive, social, and psychological development to create a stimulating and nurturing learning environment
- Tailor activities and lessons to individual children's interests and developmental needs
- Effectively manage behavior using the Behavioral Management System strategies
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
Registered Early Childhood Educator
LTO RECE, Holy Name Elementary School
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Successfully carried out the responsibilities of an LTO RECE at Holy Name School
- Collaborated with teaching staff to develop engaging and age-appropriate lesson plans
- Fostered a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
- 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.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
Registered Early Childhood Educator
LTO, EarlyON Child And Family Centre NCDSB
09.2018 - 08.2022
- Provided support and educational programs for families and children aged 0-6 years
- Organized and facilitated play-based activities that promote learning and development
- Established positive relationships with families and encouraged parental involvement
- Assisted in creating a safe and welcoming environment for all participants.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Education
Ontario College Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Niagara College Canada Welland
Welland, ON06.2017
Skills
- Proficient in applying child development theories and principles in practice
- Skilled in observing and assessing children's developmental progress
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with children, parents, and colleagues
- Leading Activities
- Strong understanding of the Behavioral Management System and its effective implementation
- Continuous commitment to professional development through workshops and training
- Adaptable and flexible to meet the changing needs of children and the learning environment
- Technical and Computer Proficiency
- Letter and Number Instruction
- Arts and Crafts
- Progress Tracking and Reporting
- Diverse Classroom Settings
Certification
- Behavioral Management Systems Training - January 2022
- Wonder of Wonders! Harnessing the Wonder of Play through Provocations Workshop - June 2021
- STEAM Rich Environments - May 2021
- Brain Story - April 2020
- Fostering Lifetime Naturalists & Gardeners Workshop - October 2020
Timeline
Registered Early Childhood Educator
LTO RECE, Holy Name Elementary School
01.2023 - 06.2023
Registered Early Childhood Educator
LTO, EarlyON Child And Family Centre NCDSB
09.2018 - 08.2022
Registered Early Childhood Educator
Niagara Catholic District School Board
05.2018 - Current
Ontario College Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Niagara College Canada Welland
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