Kelsie Larocque
Limoges
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Educator with hands-on experience in fostering the holistic development of children aged 0–5 years. Proven leadership as an Assistant Programme Manager at a busy early childhood development centre, combining curriculum planning, staff supervision, and operations management. Adept at creating inclusive, stimulating, and safe learning environments that support each child’s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth. Skilled in team coordination, parent engagement, compliance with childcare regulations, and continuous programme improvement. Passionate about nurturing young minds while supporting families and staff for optimal early learning outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Program Manager
Arctic Willow Child Development Centre
05.2025 - Current
- Supported the design and execution of age-appropriate curricula aligned with child development milestones.
- Ensured daily and weekly activity plans met educational and developmental goals.
- Assisted in managing and mentoring a team of early childhood educators and support staff.
- Coordinated regular training workshops on child safety, pedagogy, and inclusive practices.
- Organized parent-teacher meetings, workshops, and community events to enhance family involvement.
- Maintained regular communication with parents regarding child development and centre updates.
- Ensured adherence to health, safety, and sanitation protocols.
- Supported centre administration with inventory management, budgeting, and compliance documentation.
Early Childhood Educator
Arctic Willow Child Education Centre
11.2024 - Current
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Used different tools to support their cognitive, emotional, and social development.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Promoted physical health by incorporating movement breaks and outdoor play opportunities into each day''s schedule.
Program Support Worker
Nunik Care Services
09.2024 - 08.2025
- Enhanced program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing best practices.
- Ensured timely reporting of progress updates to relevant youth, enhancing transparency and building trust among partners involved in the program''s delivery.
- Developed strong relationships with the youth to foster collaboration and align objectives.
- Actively participated in meetings, contributing valuable ideas that influenced decision-making processes for the betterment of the program.
- Youth Support and Guidance
Children's Church Volunteer
MyChurch
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, incident reports, and communication with parents regarding their child''s progress.
- Encouraged creativity through art, music, drama, and other expressive mediums.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a positive learning atmosphere for all participants.
- Supported children with diverse needs by adapting lesson plans to suit individual learning styles and requirements.
- Developed and implemented educational programs for youth.
Receptionist
Ottawa Physiotherapy and Sports Clinic
09.2022 - 01.2024
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Corresponded with clients through email, telephone, or postal mail.
- Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
- Assisted with onboarding new clients and securing paperwork completion.
Education
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Collège Boréal
Toronto, ON08-2027
École Secondaire Publique Gisèle-Lalonde
Orleans, ON06-2024
Skills
- Relationship building
- Classroom management
- Problem-solving
- Play-based learning
- Lesson planning
- Conflict resolution
- Classroom organization
- Behavioral modeling
- Arts and crafts
- Outdoor play
- Circle time management
- Critical thinking
- Empathy and patience
- Team collaboration
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Program Manager
Arctic Willow Child Development Centre
05.2025 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Arctic Willow Child Education Centre
11.2024 - Current
Program Support Worker
Nunik Care Services
09.2024 - 08.2025
Children's Church Volunteer
MyChurch
01.2024 - 06.2024
Receptionist
Ottawa Physiotherapy and Sports Clinic
09.2022 - 01.2024
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Collège Boréal
École Secondaire Publique Gisèle-Lalonde
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