Karen Sierra
Ottawa,Ontario
Summary
Enthusiastic early childcare assistant, with experience assisting teachers and providing instruction to students. Monitors student progress and provides guidance and support to teachers,full bilingual in spanish and english.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
KinderVillage
01.2023 - Current
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Organized snack time and nap hours.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
Floater Teacher Assistant
KinderVillage
06.2021 - 12.2022
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
Cook Shift Leader
KinderVillage
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
Education
No Degree - Food Service Training Program
Ottawa Mission
Ottawa, ON12.2019
High School Diploma -
Jose Antonio Ricaurte
Colombia12.2010
Skills
- Self-Esteem Education
- Basic Skills Teaching
- Spanish Language Proficiency
- Computer and Microsoft Office Skills
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Positive Learning Environment
- Behavior Standards
- Clear and Direct Communication
- Enforce Classroom Rules
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Toddler-Preschool Age-Group Experience
- Early Childhood Education Knowledge
- Dietary Needs
- Connect with Parents
- Meal and Snack Service
- Baby Sign Language
Additional Information
valid certification in standard First Aid & Level C CPR
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
KinderVillage
01.2023 - Current
Floater Teacher Assistant
KinderVillage
06.2021 - 12.2022
Cook Shift Leader
KinderVillage
01.2020 - 12.2022
No Degree - Food Service Training Program
Ottawa Mission
High School Diploma -
Jose Antonio Ricaurte
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