Ji Sun Park-Van Hooren
London,Canada
Summary
Compassionate and motivated Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology student seeking a practicum placement as a psychotherapist. Proficient in evidence-based modalities, including CBT, ACT, and MBCT, with a strong commitment to cultural competence, trauma-informed care, and client-centered practice. Dedicated to leveraging academic knowledge and interpersonal skills to support diverse client populations in achieving mental wellness and resilience. Over 20 years of experience as an educator provides a unique perspective on integrating family dynamics and children's needs into the mental health field.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Early Childhood Educator
Thames Valley District School Board
10.2017 - Current
- Works together with classroom teacher as a partner, focusing on collaboration and teamwork.
- Offers an enriched, safe, and healthy learning environment in the Full-Day Kindergarten classroom and LINC settings.
- Understands early childhood development, observation, assessment, and focuses on age-appropriate program planning that promotes each child’s physical, cognitive, language, emotional, and social well-being.
Educator
YMCA of Western Ontario
09.2015 - 11.2017
Educator
Montessori Academy
03.2017 - 09.2017
International Language (Korean School Principal)
London District Catholic School Board
10.2016 - 06.2017
- Develops lessons and teaches Korean to children ranging in age from junior kindergarten to grade 3 at weekly Saturday morning classes.
- Communicates with and coordinates co-teachers and volunteers to ensure a high-quality of program is offered.
- Coordinates with the Embassy of South Korea in Toronto to ensure that proper resources are purchased and that allocated funds are spent in an accountable and transparent manner.
Educator
London Bridge Childcare Inc.
05.2015 - 12.2016
- Assists students in their acquisition of cognitive, physical, and social skills.
- Values an enriched learning environment and facilitates engaging, education-based activities and supervises students in learning self-regulation skills.
- Fosters a safe, supportive, and fun environment that focuses on respect.
- Offers feedback and communicates with parents, school and program administration, and school staff with regards to students. Collaborates with co-teacher to solve issues in a positive manner.
Educator
Whitehills Childcare Association
01.2012 - 06.2015
Educator
London Children’s Connection, London, Ontario
12.2011 - 06.2015
Teacher
Youst, Kyunggido, South Korea
10.2010 - 06.2011
- Facilitated students in their positive acquisition of the English language through engaging, activity-based lessons. The students ranged in age from Kindergarten to adults.
- Flexible in the delivery of lesson material and in adjusting the material to meet the in-class needs of the students.
- Developed lesson objectives and met those objectives by creating lesson plans that properly managed classroom time, work, and activities. Adjudicated tests which results confirmed the students’ positive English acquisition.
- Communicated to parents with regards to students’ level of progression and areas requiring further improvement.
Teacher
YBM ECC, Kyunggido, Korea
08.2009 - 08.2009
Teacher
Isaac’s Kids Ville, Kyunggido, Korea
02.2009 - 07.2009
Principal and Teacher
YBM Home School, Kyunggido, Korea
09.2005 - 12.2008
- Successfully ran the operations and finances of a home school. Responsible for the budgeting and accounts receivable & payable of monthly enrolment fees.
- Consulted with parents with regards to education choices and curriculum goals.
Education
MACP - Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology
Yorkville University
Fredericton, NB04-2027
Early Childhood Education Diploma -
Fanshawe College
London, ON04.2017
Child Development Practitioner Certificate -
Ministry of Advanced Education And Skills Development
London, ON04.2017
Bachelor of Arts - English Studies
University of Seoul – Digital
Seoul, South Korea02.2011
Skills
- Registered with the Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators (#63999)
- Fluent in both the English and Korean languages (spoken and written)
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
- Non-Judgmental Empathetic Agent for Change Fast Learner Ethics and Confidentiality Counselling and Support, Education Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Professionalism
- A great team player who fosters and maintains good relations with co-workers and clinets
- Behavior analysis and feedback
- Possesses competent computer skills and is comfortable using the Office suite
Languages
English
Full Professional
Korean
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Certified Yoga Instructor (200 Hours) – Deva Tree School of Yoga
- Valid Ontario G Driver’s Licence
Timeline
Registered Early Childhood Educator
Thames Valley District School Board
10.2017 - Current
Educator
Montessori Academy
03.2017 - 09.2017
International Language (Korean School Principal)
London District Catholic School Board
10.2016 - 06.2017
Educator
YMCA of Western Ontario
09.2015 - 11.2017
Educator
London Bridge Childcare Inc.
05.2015 - 12.2016
Educator
Whitehills Childcare Association
01.2012 - 06.2015
Educator
London Children’s Connection, London, Ontario
12.2011 - 06.2015
Teacher
Youst, Kyunggido, South Korea
10.2010 - 06.2011
Teacher
YBM ECC, Kyunggido, Korea
08.2009 - 08.2009
Teacher
Isaac’s Kids Ville, Kyunggido, Korea
02.2009 - 07.2009
Principal and Teacher
YBM Home School, Kyunggido, Korea
09.2005 - 12.2008
MACP - Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology
Yorkville University
Early Childhood Education Diploma -
Fanshawe College
Child Development Practitioner Certificate -
Ministry of Advanced Education And Skills Development
Bachelor of Arts - English Studies
University of Seoul – Digital
Award
Received the 'Best School Age Quality Programming Award' among more than 500 educator (2016) from YMCA of Western Ontario Children's Educational Services
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