Laura Jay
Ottawa,ON
Summary
Dynamic educator and team leader with proven expertise in fostering student growth and creating nurturing environments, as demonstrated at Dalhousie Parents' Day Care Centre. Excelled in organizational abilities and parent-teacher communication, enhancing learning through innovative strategies. Skilled in classroom organization and promoting social-emotional development, achieving significant improvements in student engagement and safety protocols. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Early Childhood Educator
Dalhousie Parents' Day Care Centre
07.2023 - Current
- Utilized various assessment tools to monitor student growth, adapting instructional strategies as needed to meet diverse learning needs.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress, addressing concerns or questions promptly and professionally.
- Collaborated with special education professionals to provide appropriate accommodations for students with diverse learning needs, ensuring equitable access to educational opportunities.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols throughout daily routines, creating safe spaces for young learners both indoors and outdoors during recess times.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating play-based activities and hands-on projects for early childhood education.
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks
04.2021 - Current
- Provided ongoing support to employees during challenging situations, offering guidance on problem-solving techniques for improved efficiency outcomes.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
Swing Manager
McDonald's
09.2014 - 06.2021
- Monitored employee performance closely, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement opportunities.
- Improved overall guest experience by working alongside front-of-house staff during peak hours, addressing any issues proactively before they escalated further.
- Reviewed daily sales reports for insights into areas of improvement or potential growth opportunities within the business operations.
Education
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON08.2024
Skills
- Classroom Organization
- Organizational abilities
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Positive Reinforcement
- Outdoor Play Supervision
- Nurturing environment creation
- Artistic expression encouragement
- Social-Emotional Development
Languages
English
Additional Information
- First Aid & CPR/AED level C Certified
- Anaphylaxis in Child Care Settings Certified
- OHSA Certified
- WHMIS Certified
Timeline
Substitute Early Childhood Educator
Dalhousie Parents' Day Care Centre
07.2023 - Current
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks
04.2021 - Current
Swing Manager
McDonald's
09.2014 - 06.2021
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Algonquin College
Similar Profiles
Jessica KapoorJessica Kapoor
Seasonal Childcare Assistant at Peter Pan Day Care CentreSeasonal Childcare Assistant at Peter Pan Day Care Centre
OLUWAKEMI BABATUNDEOLUWAKEMI BABATUNDE
Student Nurse Intern at Unicorn Day Care Centre (Toronto) IncStudent Nurse Intern at Unicorn Day Care Centre (Toronto) Inc
Lorraine HarveysonLorraine Harveyson
Operations Co-ordinator at Grenfell Pre School and Long Day Care CentreOperations Co-ordinator at Grenfell Pre School and Long Day Care Centre