Khadijah Carmichael- Ferguson
15 Reevesmere Lane, Ajax
Summary
Dedicated Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) and Designate Supervisor with experience leading childcare programs and mentoring staff. Skilled at building inclusive, engaging learning environments that foster children’s growth and development. Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills with a proven ability to support families, collaborate with teams, and maintain compliance with childcare regulations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Designate Supervisor
Smart Start Learning Center- Middlecote
07.2025 - Current
- Supervised staff in the absence of the Supervisor, ensuring compliance with licensing standards, health, and safety regulations
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with safety protocols and efficiency standards.
- Coordinated team schedules and delegated tasks to optimize workflow and productivity.
- Monitored inventory levels, ensuring timely replenishment and minimizing stock discrepancies.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
Registered Early Childhood Educator
Smart Start Learning Center
07.2023 - Current
- Assisted in creating engaging lesson plans that promote child development and learning.
- Supported classroom management by fostering a positive environment for children.
- Observed and documented children's progress, providing feedback to parents and caregivers.
- Implemented age-appropriate activities that encourage exploration and creativity.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a safe and nurturing learning space.
- Encouraged social skills through structured play and group activities.
- Developed strong relationships with families through open communication channels, parent-teacher conferences, and community events participation.
- Supported diverse learning needs of children with tailored lesson plans and differentiated instruction techniques.
- Continuously pursued professional growth opportunities through participation in workshops, webinars, conferences, and coursework to stay current with best practices within the early childhood education field.
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Cougar Court Child Care Centre
09.2014 - 01.2015
- Supported lead educators in developing and implementing age-appropriate lesson plans.
- Assisted in classroom management, fostering a positive learning environment for children.
- Coordinated daily activities, ensuring smooth transitions between lessons and playtime.
- Monitored children's progress, providing feedback to educators on individual development needs.
Education
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Durham College
Oshawa04-2021
Skills
- Training and mentoring
- Goal oriented
- Staff management
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Active listening
- Critical thinking
- Microsoft Excel
- Reliable team player
- Leadership/communication skills
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Designate Supervisor
Smart Start Learning Center- Middlecote
07.2025 - Current
Registered Early Childhood Educator
Smart Start Learning Center
07.2023 - Current
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Cougar Court Child Care Centre
09.2014 - 01.2015
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Durham College