Alexandra Canning
Langley,BC
Summary
Compassionate Early Childhood Educator with a passion for teaching and supporting young students, establishing a foundation for life-long success. Proven to quickly develop rapport with children through a welcoming friendly approach, patient demeanor and excellent communication skills. Highly organized with exceptional work ethic and dedication to completing projects. Independently motivated, meeting and achieving daily tasks. Enjoys working in collaborative team settings. Proactive and caring worker with 3 years full time experience in an ECE environment, and 6 years working with children. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. Approaches each day and unique challenges with enthusiasm, patience and humor. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges, utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ECE Teacher
Tiny Timbers Childcare
09.2024 - Current
- Established a positive classroom environment, fostering respect and open communication among students and staff.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing consistent expectations and consequences for all students.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Maintained fun, interactive, clean and well-organized classroom.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop a cohesive curriculum, ensuring continuity and consistency across grade levels.
ECE Teacher
Willowbrae Childcare Academy
03.2022 - 03.2024
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, involving them in their child''s education process.
- Maintained fun, interactive, clean and well-organized classroom.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching skills continually planning events for families and the school.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, catering to diverse learning styles and accommodating individual needs.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, tailoring instruction to accommodate their unique challenges.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
REC Worker
Township Of Langley
05.2017 - 07.2022
- Provided exceptional customer service to all guests, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Motivated participants by leading energizing icebreakers and group games at the start of each event or session.
- Enhanced camper experience by planning and executing diverse recreational activities tailored to their interests.
- Boosted team morale and facilitated staff bonding through organizing regular team-building events.
- Collaborated with staff to create recreation offerings and facilitated communication about new programs to generate involvement.
Figure Skating Coach
White Rock Skating Club
03.2016 - 06.2019
- Analyzed moves of skaters to explain correct and incorrect techniques.
- Evaluated students to match skill levels with appropriate classes.
- Planned, organized and conducted 5-6 practice sessions per week.
- Introduced students to principles of figure skating.
- Mentored junior coaches to ensure consistent coaching quality across all levels of the program.
- Encouraged a positive attitude and strong work ethic among skaters, resulting in a resilient team spirit during challenging times.
Education
ECE, IT, SNE Diploma - Early Childhood Care And Education
Pacific Rim Early Childhood Institute
Victoria, BC02.2023
Skills
- Adaptive Programming
- Equipment management
- Facility Maintenance
- Activity Coordination
- CPR Certified
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- University diploma - ECE, IT, SNE (Early Childhood Education)
- First Aid - Level C - expiry date 2024-07-10
- Anaphylaxis in Child Care Settings Certificate
- Criminal Record Check completed.
- The BC Early Learning Framework: Exploring the Revisions
- Supporting Newcomer Children and Families
Timeline
ECE Teacher
Tiny Timbers Childcare
09.2024 - Current
ECE Teacher
Willowbrae Childcare Academy
03.2022 - 03.2024
REC Worker
Township Of Langley
05.2017 - 07.2022
Figure Skating Coach
White Rock Skating Club
03.2016 - 06.2019
ECE, IT, SNE Diploma - Early Childhood Care And Education
Pacific Rim Early Childhood Institute
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