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Work History
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Volunteering
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Laura Gordon

ECE Student
Guelph,ON

Summary

Seeking a 15-week placement opportunity to enhance skills, knowledge, and experience. Dedicated early childhood education student passionate about teaching and building meaningful connections with young children. Possess strong communication skills, a solid work ethic, and organizational abilities. Aiming to bring energy, inclusivity, and positivity to work environment and team.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

ECE Student Field Placement

North 44 Academy
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, fosters respectful and inclusive learning environment.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
  • Established positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication regarding student performance and progress.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.

Facilitator

Various School Settings/Homeschool Settings
09.2015 - 07.2021
  • Identified areas in need of improvement and implemented solutions.
  • Integrated outdoor education into lesson plans.
  • Coordinated outdoor activities to promote physical health and exploration.
  • Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
  • Adapted activities to meet varying needs and interests of children under care.
  • Enhanced language development by engaging in storytelling, reading books, and encouraging conversation among the children under my care.
  • Provided nutritious meals and snacks to support health and well-being.

Gardening Assistant

Out of Your Tree Care
05.2016 - 06.2018
  • Contributed to the creation of a visually appealing environment through regular pruning, watering, and fertilizing tasks.
  • Inspected gardens for pests, weeds and diseases.
  • Performed fall and spring cleanup to clear brush and debris from landscaped areas.
  • Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
  • Learned Plant, Tree,and flower identification and care

Laurine Ave School

Food and Friends
09.2011 - 06.2012
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
  • Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
  • Prepared beverage and food items to meet mandated nutritional and project meal requirements.
  • Kept workstation and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked.

Outdoor Educator

Wye Marsh
03.2003 - 07.2004
  • Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
  • Enhanced outdoor educational experiences by developing and implementing diverse lesson plans focused on environmental awareness and conservation.
  • Promoted student safety and well-being during outdoor adventures by maintaining up-to-date certifications in first aid, CPR, and wilderness medicine.
  • Boosted student engagement through hands-on activities, such as wilderness survival skills, orienteering, and team building exercises.
  • Strengthened relationships between schools and local environmental organizations by coordinating guest speakers and field trips that exposed students to real-world applications of outdoor education principles.

Education

High School Diploma -

Georgian Bay District Secondary School
Midland, ON
09.1997 - 08.2000

Early Childhood Care And Education

Fanshawe College of Applied Arts And Technology
London, ON
09.2022 - Current

Skills

    Strong understanding of early childhood education best practices and pedagogy

    Outdoor/Nature Play

    Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity

    Parent-Teacher Communication

    Children’s’ Advocate

    Child CPR and First Aid

    Teamwork and Collaboration

    Promoting Social and Emotional Development

    Caring and Empathetic Demeanor

    Strong Work Ethic and Dependable

    Organizational Skills

    Attention to Detail

Hobbies and Interest

Reading, cooking, baking, gardening, nature, hiking/walking, camping, rock collection, playing drums, plant and bug identification, music, volunteering in community. 

Volunteering

  • Awarded the governor general's award for volunteerism by volunteering in my community
  • Hillside Music Festival
  • Take Back The Night Walks


Timeline

ECE Student Field Placement

North 44 Academy
06.2024 - 08.2024

Early Childhood Care And Education

Fanshawe College of Applied Arts And Technology
09.2022 - Current

Gardening Assistant

Out of Your Tree Care
05.2016 - 06.2018

Facilitator

Various School Settings/Homeschool Settings
09.2015 - 07.2021

Laurine Ave School

Food and Friends
09.2011 - 06.2012

Outdoor Educator

Wye Marsh
03.2003 - 07.2004

High School Diploma -

Georgian Bay District Secondary School
09.1997 - 08.2000

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