Katharine Robinson
Ottawa,ON
Summary
Dynamic Early Childhood Educator with extensive experience at OCDSB, specializing in inclusive teaching methods and developmental assessment techniques. Proven ability to create engaging lesson plans and foster a nurturing environment, enhancing social skills and emotional growth in children. Adept at collaborating with specialists to support diverse learning needs and promote student success.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Educator-SUPPLY
ocsdb
Ottawa, Ontario
09.2020 - 09.2023
- Supply in various schools within the school board working with developmentally challenged children in both a special unit at First Avenue and other schools.
- I have led choirs both kindergarten. and primary.
- I have worked with low vision. hearing impaired.
- Autism spectrum.
- - Globally delayed.
- I have worked with children at risk and children who need extra help in a regular classroom.
EA supply
OCDSB
Ottawa, ON
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Implemented behavior management techniques to support classroom environment.
- Utilized educational tools to enhance learning experiences for students.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student development and learning objectives.
- Facilitated engaging activities that promote social skills and cognitive growth.
- Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.
- Created a safe, nurturing environment where students could learn and grow.
- Worked closely with therapists such as physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists.
- Attended professional development workshops related to early childhood special education best practices.
- Provided direct instruction in the areas of academics, communication, behavior management, and social and emotional development.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Encouraged student empathy of others to build confidence and improve self-image.
- Led students on field trips to enhance educational programs.
Early Childhood Educator
OCSDB
Ottawa, Ontario
09.1988 - 05.2018
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse groups of young children.
- Implemented age-appropriate activities to enhance social and emotional skills.
- Facilitated effective communication with parents regarding children's progress.
- Created a safe and nurturing classroom environment for all students.
- Assessed children's development using observation and documentation methods.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design inclusive educational programs.
- Organized educational materials and resources for daily classroom use.
- Supervised children during outdoor play to ensure safety and engagement.
- Provided a safe and stimulating learning environment for young children.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Organized indoor and outdoor playtime activities to promote physical and mental development of children.
- Encouraged creativity through art, music, dramatic play and other creative activities.
- Developed age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, social and intellectual development of children.
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
- Stuck to daily routines to help children feel comfortable and promote development.
- Assisted students with special needs by providing additional support when required.
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulations such as health and safety standards.
- Observed and monitored the behavior of children in order to ensure safety and provide positive guidance.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Maintained a clean classroom environment ensuring toys are sanitized regularly.
- Collaborated with parents in order to discuss their child's progress or any concerns they may have had regarding their child's development or behavior.
- Promoted effective communication between staff members by participating actively in team meetings.
- Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
- Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
- Implemented appropriate strategies to manage challenging behaviors.
- Attended team meetings with other educators in order to share best practices or discuss any issues related to childcare services.
- Directed and supervised children during field trips and special activities.
- Distributed quarterly progress assessments and milestone reports to each parent.
- Implemented strategies to support children with special needs, ensuring inclusive education practices.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with early childhood education research and best practices.
- Coordinated with other educators to plan and implement interdisciplinary lessons that addressed multiple learning standards.
- Utilized a variety of teaching methods including play, storytelling, and creative arts to stimulate children's cognitive and social development.
- Advocated for early childhood education policies and practices within the school and broader community.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, assessments and progress reports.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of child development and learning progress, adapting instructional strategies as needed.
- Designed and modified the classroom layout to create an accessible and interactive learning space.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings, and increase overall student happiness.
Education
Early Childhood Education
Algonquin College
Ottawa01-1985
Skills
- Educational strategies for special needs
- Developmental assessment techniques
- Curriculum planning
- Effective classroom management
- Behavioral interventions
- Inclusive teaching methods
- Teacher of music
- primary school choir leader
- teacher of highland dance
- teacher of piano
- led workshops in toddler and primary school music
- - was a nanny to toddlers for two years
- worked in a day care and preschool
Languages
English
Professional
Certification
- RSOBHD Judges Panel.
- Director of KRSHD - 57 YEARS
- Teacher of Piano - ages 5 and up including adults . 40 years.
- Awarded Governor General Caring Canadian Award. April 1. 2014
- Danced for the Queen twice.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
EA supply
OCDSB
01.2023 - 06.2023
Early Childhood Educator-SUPPLY
ocsdb
09.2020 - 09.2023
Early Childhood Educator
OCSDB
09.1988 - 05.2018
Early Childhood Education
Algonquin College
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