KIMBERLY MCCANN
Kanata,Canada
Summary
Knowledgeable Early Childhood Educator with over 25 years experience. Dedicated mentor, leader and liaison, fostering a collaborative work environment. Passionate about professional growth and a strong desire to take on new challenges.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RECE Faculty Liaison
Algonquin College
11.2024 - Current
- Support and mentor Early Childhood Educators by providing guidance and advocacy during their placement to enhance their professional growth and success
- Maintain clear communication amongst students, staff and the college
- Organize and schedule placement visits
- Use BrightSpace to review, assess, and provide feedback on assignments and progress
RECE
OCDSB - RECE
09.2011 - Current
- Currently employed at Stephen Leacock Public School the last 8 years.
- Self-directed, resourceful and enthusiastic educator fostering cognitive and social growth.
- Skilled in planning developmentally play-based activities, whole groups, small groups and lessons while meeting curriculum expectations.
- Strong passion for STEM and Social/Emotional Development, always creating a fun, safe and challenging learning environment.
- Excellent communication skills with all levels of staff, children, families and the community.
- Leadership roles, mentor for ECE's, union representative, ordering and organizing materials/equipment for all kindergarten classes.
- Capability to adapt to the special needs in the classroom.
RECE
Tykes Learning Corner
11.2001 - 08.2011
- Owned and operated a home daycare.
- Created a home-like daycare environment including various areas for children to explore and learn.
- Prepared children for Kindergarten, teaching English and Basic French.
- Build constructive and open relationships with families.
- Offering well-balanced nutritional meals and snacks.
- Involved in community, playgroups and park activities.
RECE
Childcare Centres
06.1999 - 11.2001
- Open Concept working alongside other colleagues
- Experience with children 18 months to 10 years old.
- Project approach, child and teacher directed.
- Play-based for children to explore, co-learn and expand children's knowledge.
- Small group planning, enhancing language, math and social skills.
- Pedagogical documentation for sharing knowledge and assessment.
- Maintaining a sanitized and clean environment.
Education
Honours in Early Childhood Education -
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON08.2000
Skills
- Child Development
- Classroom Management
- Highly Motivated
- Leadership Skills
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Effective Communication and Listening Skills
- Creative Thinking
- Encourages Diversity and Inclusivity
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Excellent Observational Skills
- Technology Knowledge
- CPR and First Aid Training Level C
- NYCI Certified
- Adheres by Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice
Certification
Mentoring Matters
- OCDSB Early Childhood Educator mentoring program
- Mentors support educators with feedback, modeling, and encouragement to grow proffessionally
Timeline
RECE Faculty Liaison
Algonquin College
11.2024 - Current
RECE
OCDSB - RECE
09.2011 - Current
RECE
Tykes Learning Corner
11.2001 - 08.2011
RECE
Childcare Centres
06.1999 - 11.2001
Honours in Early Childhood Education -
Algonquin College