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Lisa Kirwin

London,Canada

Summary

Dedicated Early Childhood Educator with a strong background in teaching children aged 18 months to 11 years. Expertise in creative teaching methods and collaboration with parents, focused on enhancing children's developmental skills and fostering a supportive learning atmosphere. One of my greatest strengths is my desire to grow as a early childhood educator through professional development opportunities and bringing it back into my practice. Reliable team player who works hard to maintain a positive and cheerful atmosphere in her classroom and workplace.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Early Childhood Educator

London Bridge Child Care
London, Canada
10.2016 - 05.2026

Rowntree Fulltime Educator teaching preschool for 3 years children ages 2 -4 years of age, toddlers for 2 and half years ranging from 18 months to 3 year old

  • Facilitated interactive activities to promote social and emotional growth.
  • Designed engaging lesson plans that aligned with developmental goals.
  • Worked with a variety of ages, and families that have built strong relationships and connections with.
  • Collaborated with parents to discuss children's development and needs.
  • Implemented age-appropriate educational tools and resources effectively.

Volunteer

Thames Valley Children's Centre
London, Ontario
07.2015 - 08.2016
  • Assisted children with special needs in engaging activities and programs.
  • Collaborated with staff to create inclusive environments for diverse participants.
  • Organized recreational events to promote social interaction among children.
  • Assisted in various programs for children with a wide variety of ages and abilities, including Gym world summer camp, Music and drum, Gym and swim and our Kindergarten getting ready for school camp.
  • Provided guidance and support to fellow volunteers during their shifts.
  • Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
  • Collaborated with others by contributing time, effort and skills to achieve the organization's goals.
  • Consulted and collaborated with other professionals to provide continuity of patient-family care.

Early Childhood Educator

Simply Kids
London, Canada
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • Worked with toddlers 18 months to 2 years and 2-3 year's old's and preschoolers ranging in ages 3 years to 5 years well as school age children
  • Was the lead teacher in both toddler rooms
  • Planned appropriate activities based on our curriculum in areas of music, science and sensory, crafts , dramatic play and small group activities.
  • Did observations daily sheets, performed health checks , accident reports
  • Fostered a safe and nurturing environment for children during daily activities.

Education

Early Childhood Education -

Fanshawe College
London
07-2002

Skills

  • Early childhood standards update
  • Current First Aid and CPR
  • Updated Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening
  • Registered with the College of Early Childhood Education
  • Team collaboration
  • Creative teaching methods
  • Effective communication skills
  • Experience with children with special needs
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Flexible
  • Problem Solver
  • Creative
  • Knowledge and understanding of pedagogy of the early years
  • Understanding of child's developmental skills
  • Strong programming planning skills
  • Knowledge of Storypark App

Timeline

Early Childhood Educator

London Bridge Child Care
10.2016 - 05.2026

Volunteer

Thames Valley Children's Centre
07.2015 - 08.2016

Early Childhood Educator

Simply Kids
01.2010 - 01.2013

Early Childhood Education -

Fanshawe College
Lisa Kirwin