Katarina Matthiesen
Ottawa,ON
Summary
Highly motivated professional who excels at demonstrating leadership, initiative and determination. Committed team player with the ability to bring enthusiasm, encouragement and positivity to the workplace. Knowledgeable Early Childhood Educator with 10 years experience in education and 2 years as a Professor. Office Administrator that skillfully handles multitasking day-to-day tasks and activities while seeking opportunities to make a difference.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Professor
Algonquin College
Ottawa , ON
2022.02 - Current
- Teach Early Childhood Education program to students at Algonquin College
- Update Brightspace platform weekly with lessons, assignments and readings
- Observe and monitor in class assignments and participation
- Assess and grade assignments, midterms and exams
- Thorough knowledge of the 'How Does Learning Happen Document', Early Childhood Educators Act and Health and Safety Requirements
- Respond to student and staff daily emails
- Collaborate with colleagues about teaching content
- Use different teaching styles and types of technology to engage students in achieving learning outcomes
- Establish and maintain a positive, inclusive and collaborative culture within the classroom
Property Administrator
Waterford Property Group
Ottawa , ON
2022.10 - 2024.02
- Invoice processing and filing
- Review of daily facility security reports
- Conduct cleaning inspections with contractors
- Manage contractor security clearance requirements
- Manage and maintain tenant work order system
- Maintain tenant and vendor certificate of insurance
- Coordination and distribution of tenant communications
- Operate on-site fitness center
- Respond to tenant inquiries
- Work closely with program manager and various departments to meet program delivery goals
- Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee member
Early Childhood Educator
Manor Park Public School
Ottawa , ON
2013.11 - 2022.09
- Implemented developmentally appropriate practices and curriculum to children while creating positive and safe classroom environments
- Supervised, coached, observed, and evaluated three ECE students on placement (from Algonquin College and Cegep Heritage College)
- Emergent curriculum planning and implementation of play based activities for Kindergarten children
- Daily documentation and observation of children’s development
- Assisted in report card writing, field trip organizing and meet the teacher nights
- Communicated daily with parents via phone, email, Google Meets and in person
- Assisted in Student of Concern meetings, kindergarten division meetings, and parent-teacher interviews
- Vast experience with children who have specific developmental needs and health requirements
- Assisted with bus duties, attendance and distribution/collection of documents
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining expectations and reinforcing positive behaviours
Early Childhood Educator
Tiny Hoppers Daycare
Orleans , ON
2013.06 - 2013.11
- Head teacher- Directed and supervised Early Childhood Educators in regard to programming, routines and transitions
- Coordinated and created break schedules for ECE staff
- Followed program planning and prepared all activities, circles, and centers
- Followed and implemented the Day Nurseries Act guidelines as well daycare policies and procedures
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities
- Maintained a positive, organized and structured environment
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Child Studies
Carleton University
Ottawa, ON2013
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON2009
Skills
- Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Written and Oral Communication
- Motivated
- Reliable
- Organized
- Determined
- Time Management
- Adaptable
- Solution-Oriented
- Compassionate
- Efficient
Computer Skills:
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Suite
- Brightspace
- Zoom
- Building Engines
- Yardi
Timeline
Property Administrator
Waterford Property Group
2022.10 - 2024.02
Professor
Algonquin College
2022.02 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Manor Park Public School
2013.11 - 2022.09
Early Childhood Educator
Tiny Hoppers Daycare
2013.06 - 2013.11
Bachelor of Arts - Child Studies
Carleton University
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Algonquin College
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