Kirsten Bernardin
Swift Current,SK
Summary
Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and one on one needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Assistant
Chinook School Division
08.2021 - Current
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
- Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decisionmaking.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Facilitated small group instruction targeted toward specific skill gaps or areas needing improvement based on identified student needs.
Early Childhood Educator
Natural Wonders Early Learning Centre
11.2019 - 08.2020
- 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.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Cook
Riverview Village Estates
12.2014 - 11.2019
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wolseley High School
Wolseley, SK06.2014
Skills
- Learning Disabilities Support
- Teacher Support
- Group and individual instruction
- Autism Spectrum Support
- Behavioral support
- Special Education
- Effective Communication
- Punctual
- Works well in a fast paced environment
- Personable
- Goal Orientated
Timeline
Educational Assistant
Chinook School Division
08.2021 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Natural Wonders Early Learning Centre
11.2019 - 08.2020
Cook
Riverview Village Estates
12.2014 - 11.2019
High School Diploma -
Wolseley High School
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