Jillian Zimmer
Belle River,ON
Summary
Compassionate childcare professional committed to fostering the growth and well-being of children. Expertise in creating nurturing environments that enhance emotional, social, and cognitive development. Recognized for building strong relationships with children and families through effective communication and a genuine passion for early childhood education. Dedicated to continuous improvement and innovative teaching strategies.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Server
The Bourbon Tap and Grill
Belle River, Ontario
03.2024 - Current
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing any complaints or concerns promptly.
- Checked back with customers throughout meal service to ensure satisfaction.
- Prepared checks accurately and processed payments promptly.
Assistant Manager
Tim Hortons
Belle River, Ontario
08.2021 - 05.2024
- Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
- Resolved conflicts between team members in an effective manner.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
School Age Educator
YMCA
Belle River, Ontario
12.2022 - 07.2023
- Planned and implemented age-appropriate activities to engage students in learning.
- Handled challenging classroom behaviours with positive and affirming techniques.
- Encouraged and supported students in setting and achieving personal and academic goals.
Camp Counselor
Gesstwood Camp
Essex, Ontario
05.2021 - 09.2022
- Assessed needs and interests of individuals and groups and planned activities accordingly.
- Provided emotional support to campers dealing with homesickness or other issues related to being away from home.
- Developed events and programs in consideration of needs, abilities and interests of participants.
- Helped campers build confidence and self-esteem through consistent guidance and mentoring.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Concurrent Education And Psychology With ECE
University of Windsor
Windsor04-2027
Skills
- Child development
- Curriculum planning
- Effective collaboration strategies
- Behaviour management
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Commitment to cleanliness
Certification
- First Aid and CPR Training, 2023
- Infant CPR Training, 2023
Student Teaching E-Portfolio
- Link including further certifications and previous activities implemented in work/volunteer settings: https://www.canva.com/design/DAFzl5hbvzI/oFc2bzdVXcac-7JQPk9aZA/view?utm_content=DAFzl5hbvzI&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=he698711d83
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Server
The Bourbon Tap and Grill
03.2024 - Current
School Age Educator
YMCA
12.2022 - 07.2023
Assistant Manager
Tim Hortons
08.2021 - 05.2024
Camp Counselor
Gesstwood Camp
05.2021 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Concurrent Education And Psychology With ECE
University of Windsor
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