Kim Yakimovich
Toronto,ON
Summary
Professional educator with substantial experience in early childhood environments. Proven capability in fostering collaborative team efforts and achieving desired outcomes. Skillful in curriculum development, classroom management, and implementing innovative teaching strategies. Adaptable, dependable, and dedicated to nurturing young minds.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Designated Early Childhood Educator
Kew Beach Junior Public School (TDSB)
09.2013 - Current
- Improved literacy rates by developing an age-appropriate early literacy program based on the Structured Literacy approach and the Right to Read Report.
- Promoted language development skills through storytelling and open-ended questions, increasing students' vocabulary and comprehension abilities.
- Applied play-based strategies, designed and developed activities to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Collaborated in the planning and implementation of the OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) Program at the school, promoting outdoor education, exploration and facilitating "risky play" - building confidence and independence
- Implemented STEM-focused activities to introduce students to scientific concepts while fostering problem-solving skills.
- Assessed children's learning and development through observation and documentation, informing instructional strategies.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
Registered Early Childhood Educator
WoodGreen Community Services
03.2009 - 08.2013
- Developed and implemented ongoing assessment tool based on established curriculum.
- Supported diverse learning needs of children with tailored lesson plans and differentiated instruction techniques.
- Increased early numeracy understanding by integrating counting games, number recognition, and basic math concepts into everyday activities.
- Improved literacy skills in young learners by incorporating storytelling, songs, and reading materials into lessons.
- Supported children in developing self-regulation skills using positive reinforcement, modeling, and age-appropriate redirection techniques.
Education
Advanced Special Needs Training For ECE's - Early Childhood Special Education
George Brown College
Toronto, None05-2011
Honour Graduate Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Georgian College of Applied Arts And Technology
Orillia, ON06-1995
Skills
- Experienced Educator
- Effective communicator
- Detailed and concise writer
- Creative thinker
- Self-starter
- Adaptable
- Graphic Design abilities
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Designated Early Childhood Educator
Kew Beach Junior Public School (TDSB)
09.2013 - Current
Registered Early Childhood Educator
WoodGreen Community Services
03.2009 - 08.2013
Advanced Special Needs Training For ECE's - Early Childhood Special Education
George Brown College
Honour Graduate Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Georgian College of Applied Arts And Technology
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