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MARCELA YARA
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Compassionate Early Childhood Educator with passion for teaching. Experienced in developing engaging learning programs for children aged 5 months to 4 years and supporting young students in setting foundation for life-long success. Proficient in utilizing educational techniques such as storytelling, educational games, art, and fostering fine and gross motor skill development. Patient, proactive, creative, and with a child-centered philosophy.
Overview
11
years of professional experience
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
TEA SPARROW
Customer Service Assistant
01.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Customer communication for order acquisition
- Order processing, including data entry into the system, packaging, and creating shipping labels
- Customer notification for order pickup readiness.
The Wolff Family
Childcare Provider, based teacher
01.2022 - 12.2022
Job overview
- Provided full-time nanny care to a joyful 2-year-old child
- Developed and led engaging activities, including sensory experiences, creative crafts and reading sessions
- Ensured the smooth operation of the toddler's daily routines, including managing meals and rest periods
- Fostered social development by organizing and overseeing play dates with other children and actively engaging in community events and activities
- Maintained a clean and sanitized environment, including light household duties and upkeep of play areas.
Pierre Cuevas, Juliana A. Navarro, Lina Ma Cuervo | Colombia
Home-based Teacher
06.2020 - 12.2021
Job overview
- Developed an individualized curriculum tailored to the needs of a group of four home-schooled children, aged 4 years old, during the pandemic
- Implemented a comprehensive curriculum with activities focused on nurturing their cognitive, emotional, and social skills
- Imparted foundational literacy and arithmetic competences in accordance with the specific requests of parents
- Maintained regular and effective communication with parents, providing updates on students' development, progress, and overall well-being.
Pequeños
Preeschool Teacher
01.2020 - 06.2020
Job overview
- Provided creative and interactive activities tailored to the developmental needs of 18 children (2.5 - 3 years old)
- Implemented activities fostering self-direction and independent learning skills through play
- Specialized in early childhood education for children with special needs.
Centro Sensorial FunClub
Educator
08.2017 - 12.2019
Job overview
- Offered after-school care services for children aged 2-7 years old, specifically those facing learning difficulties such as dyslexia and attention difficulties
- Designed individualized learning plans tailored to each child's specific needs, targeting improvement in reading, writing, arithmetic, and motor skills
- Supported children with different abilities to thrive academically.
Kids Town
Preeschool Teacher
01.2013 - 12.2016
Job overview
- Provided creative and interactive activities catering to the developmental needs of 18 children (2.5 years old) on a daily basis
- Collaborated with parents to create plans aimed at facilitating students' success both inside and outside the classroom
- Implemented activities promoting self-directed learning and independence among students.
Education
Cornerstone International Community College, Vancouver
Hospitality Management
10.2023
Alert First Aid
Emergency Childcare First Aid With CPR Level B
05.2023
Cornerstone International Community College, Vancouver
Customer Relations Specialist
05.2023
Cornerstone International Community College, Vancouver
English Language Course- Intermediate Level
06.2022
Corporación Universitaria Iberoamericana
Bachelor's Degree | Early Childhood Education
06.2017
Ministry of Education And Child Care Victoria, British Columbia
ECE One Year Certificate from Early Childhood Educator
2023 - Current (2 education.years_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
Skills
- Parent communication
- Identification of children's abilities
- Team work and team building
- Educational Strategies
- Classroom Observation
- Arts and Crafts
- Age-Appropriate Curriculum
- Educational Games
- Lesson Planning
- Children's Literature
- Setting Schedules
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Ministry of Education And Child Care
ECE One Year Certificate from Early Childhood Educator
2023 - Current (2 education.years_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
Customer Service Assistant
TEA SPARROW
01.2023 - Current
Childcare Provider, based teacher
The Wolff Family
01.2022 - 12.2022
Home-based Teacher
Pierre Cuevas, Juliana A. Navarro, Lina Ma Cuervo | Colombia
06.2020 - 12.2021
Preeschool Teacher
Pequeños
01.2020 - 06.2020
Educator
Centro Sensorial FunClub
08.2017 - 12.2019
Preeschool Teacher
Kids Town
01.2013 - 12.2016
Cornerstone International Community College, Vancouver
Hospitality Management
Alert First Aid
Emergency Childcare First Aid With CPR Level B
Cornerstone International Community College, Vancouver
Customer Relations Specialist
Cornerstone International Community College, Vancouver
English Language Course- Intermediate Level
Corporación Universitaria Iberoamericana
Bachelor's Degree | Early Childhood Education