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Kari Brucks

Calgary,AB

Summary

Compassionate Early Childhood Educator with passion for teaching and supporting young students in setting foundation for life-long success. Proven to quickly develop rapport with children through friendly approach, patient demeanor and excellent communication skills. Organized with exceptional work ethic and dedication to completing projects. Skilled in both independently motivated and collaborative team settings.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Day Home Provider

Day Home
12.2012 - 09.2022
  • Maintained clean and organized living and play areas to promote child health and safety
  • Participated in regular training to stay up-to-date on best practices in childcare
  • Established and followed stable routine for children to meet emotional and developmental needs
  • Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments, and issues
  • Developed engaging activities to help children learn and grow
  • Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions
  • Assisted with toileting, dressing and hygiene to meet child's personal needs
  • Encouraged positive behavior by setting clear expectations and providing consistent discipline
  • Monitored children's development and discussed observations with parents
  • Encouraged and supported self-help skills to establish independence
  • Administered medication following instructions from parents and physicians
  • Documented activities and behaviors to track progress and identify areas for improvement
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing
  • Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play
  • Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children
  • Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines
  • Encouraged children's emotional and social development
  • Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution
  • Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians
  • Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills
  • Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children
  • Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children
  • Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene
  • Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling and collaboration with parents
  • Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten
  • Logged information regarding naps, feedings and any medications administered

Preschool Teacher

University Heights Preschool
09.2015 - 06.2016
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel welcome and safe
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance
  • Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers
  • Established positive relationships with students and families
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support

Preschool Teacher

Bayview P.P.P.
09.2008 - 06.2011
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers
  • Established positive relationships with students and families
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness
  • Assisted and supervised 18-22 children through entire school day
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior

Preschool Teacher

Lil Rascals P.P.P
01.2008 - 06.2011
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning
  • Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers
  • Established positive relationships with students and families
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
  • Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
  • Supervised student teachers to provide objective feedback.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
  • Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.

Primary Care Giver for Before & After School Program

FCCA Buzz Club
08.2004 - 12.2006
  • Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children
  • Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction
  • Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions
  • Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group
  • Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills
  • Worked with children to develop good cognitive, physical and language skills
  • Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning
  • Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times
  • Liaised with parents and guardians to discuss child progress
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing
  • Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play
  • Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians
  • Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children
  • Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines
  • Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children
  • Encouraged children's emotional and social development
  • Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles
  • Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills
  • Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children
  • Worked closely with fellow staff members in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities
  • Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling and collaboration with parents

Preschool Teacher

FCCA Playschool
08.2001 - 12.2006
  • Responsible for purchasing supplies during the year
  • I was responsible for writing monthly newsletters for the preschool & the community
  • I was responsible for organizing our Parent Committees volunteer roles
  • I was responsible for registering children into the program & the collection of fees
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
  • Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
  • Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.

Nanny

Amy Macfalane
03.2000 - 06.2003
  • I was responsible for 3 children aging from 15 months to 4 & 6 years old
  • Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth
  • Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization
  • Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children
  • Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills
  • Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs
  • Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers
  • Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle
  • Engaged with children on age-appropriate level
  • Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback
  • Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills

Nanny

Debbie Eitzen
05.1999 - 03.2000
  • I was responsible for 1 little boy who was 2 ½ years old
  • Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
  • Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
  • Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
  • Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
  • Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships.
  • Transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.
  • Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
  • Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.

Education

Early Childhood Educator -

License To Practice
Victoria, BC

Early Childhood Care & Education Diploma -

Mount Royal College
Calgary, AB
11.2023

General Studies -

Mount Royal College
Calgary, AB
01.1998

High School Diploma -

Lester B. Pearson High School
Calgary, AB
01.1995

Skills

    • Group Leadership
    • Childcare
    • Field Trip Planning
    • Activity Planning
    • Lesson Planning
    • Classroom Organization
      • Child Development
      • Student Records Management
      • Classroom Management
      • Training in Food Handling Preparation
      • Early Childhood Education
      • At-Home Daycare Professional

Cellular

587-227-1751

Special Training

  • 09/01/94, 01/01/95, Calgary, AB, Children's Cottage, Part-time, field interestSchool work experience program
  • First Aid Courses, Standard first aidEmergency first aidHome health careCPRCPR for infant & Child

Volunteer Experience

04/01/99, 06/01/00, Sunalta Pre-school, Calgary, AB, I helped out in the 3 & 4 year old room, Interacting with children, Reading stories’, Help prepare arts & crafts

Hobbies and Interests

  • Traveling
  • Reading
  • Volunteering in my children's schools
  • Volunteering with my children's baseball & swimming teams
  • Spending time with family & friends
  • Time outside

References

Available upon request

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Preschool Teacher

University Heights Preschool
09.2015 - 06.2016

Day Home Provider

Day Home
12.2012 - 09.2022

Preschool Teacher

Bayview P.P.P.
09.2008 - 06.2011

Preschool Teacher

Lil Rascals P.P.P
01.2008 - 06.2011

Primary Care Giver for Before & After School Program

FCCA Buzz Club
08.2004 - 12.2006

Preschool Teacher

FCCA Playschool
08.2001 - 12.2006

Nanny

Amy Macfalane
03.2000 - 06.2003

Nanny

Debbie Eitzen
05.1999 - 03.2000

Early Childhood Educator -

License To Practice

Early Childhood Care & Education Diploma -

Mount Royal College

General Studies -

Mount Royal College

High School Diploma -

Lester B. Pearson High School

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