Kristy Saunders
Gander,NL
Summary
Dedicated and passionate Early Childhood Educator with extensive education and experience. Skilled in planning and implementing high-quality curriculum within an inclusive learning environment. Proven to quickly develop rapport with children through friendly approach, patient demeanor and excellent communication skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
New Fun Land
Gander, NL
04.2015 - 01.2022
- Developed and implemented play-based curriculum to support and promote physical, emotional, social and cognitive development of children.
- Observed, documented, and discussed children's development with professionals at ISSP meetings.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms using clear standards and effective behavior guidance techniques.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Monitored students with special needs and helped integrate into normal classroom setting.
Child and Youth Care Worker
Blue Sky
Botwood, NL
05.2014 - 04.2015
- Completed clear and concise documentation of youth behavior and actions.
- Aided with crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and offering peer counseling.
- Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
- Attended treatment team meetings to discuss youth's mental and behavioral progress.
Support Worker
Your Homecare Services Ltd.
Gander, NL
05.2013 - 03.2014
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Promoted community integration by providing extensive physical, emotional and social support.
- Maintained record of daily individual activities, behaviors and pertinent incidents for patient analysis and assessment.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
Child Care Provider
Wiseman Family
Gander, NL
09.2007 - 09.2011
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands and share by leading by example.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
Education
Administrative Leadership Program:
College of The North Atlantic
Early Childhood Education
College of The North Atlantic
Child And Youth Care Worker
Keyin College
Gander Collegiate
Skills
- Dependable with Strong Work Ethic
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Progress Tracking and Reporting
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Special Needs Support
- Communicating with Parents
- Behavior Modification Techniques
Certification
- First Aid/CPR - 2021
- Teaching and Learning Certificate - 2021
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention - 2014
- Non Violent Crisis Intervention 2012
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
New Fun Land
04.2015 - 01.2022
Child and Youth Care Worker
Blue Sky
05.2014 - 04.2015
Support Worker
Your Homecare Services Ltd.
05.2013 - 03.2014
Child Care Provider
Wiseman Family
09.2007 - 09.2011
Administrative Leadership Program:
College of The North Atlantic
Early Childhood Education
College of The North Atlantic
Child And Youth Care Worker
Keyin College
Gander Collegiate
Volunteer Experience
- DV8 Youth Leadership Team: 2010 - 2020
- Sunday School Teacher: 2009 - 2015
- Children's Church Leader: 2009 - 2016
Volunteer Experience
- DV8 Youth Leadership Team: 2010 - 2020
- Sunday School Teacher: 2009 - 2015
- Children's Church Leader: 2009 - 2016
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