Larissa Gomes De Almeida
Lethbridge,AB
Summary
Committed educator always ready and willing to assist team workers with job tasks. Handles various duties and assignments. Accustomed to multitasking and working quickly to meet challenging demands. Considered hardworking and reliable, with great skill at developing positive relationships with children and families.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
YMCA Of Lethbridge
08.2022 - Current
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum based on YMCA's Place to connect framework for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing developmental strategies.
- Contributed to staff meetings and professional learning communities, sharing insights and strategies for continuous improvement of educators practices.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum implementation, sharing best practices to improve overall instruction quality across the program.
- Implemented evidence-based behavior management systems to maintain a positive atmosphere conducive to learning for all students.
English Tutor
Self Employed Services
01.2019 - 06.2022
- Developed personalized tutoring sessions based on student needs, leading to improved academic performance.
- Increased student confidence in spoken English through consistent practice and constructive feedback during conversational exercises.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and offering consistent support to students.
- Empowered students to take ownership of their learning process by encouraging active participation in lessons and discussions.
Youth Group Coordinator
Spiritist Union Of Sao Paulo
08.2008 - 10.2016
- Developed strong rapport with parents and guardians, ensuring clear communication about group objectives and expectations.
- Recruited trained, and supervised volunteers in their roles as mentors or program facilitators.
- Ensured compliance with local regulations surrounding child safety protocols during meetings/events involving minors.
- Established a safe and nurturing environment for open dialogue among youths, fostering personal growth and development.
- Cultivated leadership skills among members by offering opportunities for peer mentoring and team-building exercises.
Associate Lawyer
Almeida E Vieira Advogadas
08.2013 - 12.2015
- Managed client relationships with consistent communication and proactive updates on case progress.
- Conducted thorough legal research to support informed decision-making and develop winning case strategies.
- Streamlined the case management process, implementing innovative organizational systems to increase efficiency.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams while working on multi-jurisdictional matters.
- Built lasting rapport with opposing counsel through respectful negotiation tactics that facilitated mutually agreeable resolutions.
Education
Diploma - Child And Youth Care
Lethbridge College
Lethbridge04.2022
Professional Degree - Early Childhood Guide in Montessori
Faculdade Origines Lessa
Lencois Paulista, SP08.2021
J.D. - Law Studies
Mackenzie Presbyterian University
Sao Paulo, SP07.2014
Skills
- Suicide Prevention
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Child Development
- Parent Communication
- Group Dynamics
- Inclusivity Practices
- Partnership Development
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
ASL (American Sign Language)
Full Professional
Certification
- Certified First Aid/CPR
- Suicide Prevention
- Brain Story Certification
- FASD training Certification
- Building the Adolescent Brain by BBT Workshop
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
YMCA Of Lethbridge
08.2022 - Current
English Tutor
Self Employed Services
01.2019 - 06.2022
Associate Lawyer
Almeida E Vieira Advogadas
08.2013 - 12.2015
Youth Group Coordinator
Spiritist Union Of Sao Paulo
08.2008 - 10.2016
Diploma - Child And Youth Care
Lethbridge College
Professional Degree - Early Childhood Guide in Montessori
Faculdade Origines Lessa
J.D. - Law Studies
Mackenzie Presbyterian University
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