Maxine Giles
Beaumont
Summary
Dynamic Early Childhood Educator with expertise in play-based learning and classroom management. Proven ability to enhance parent-teacher communication and foster a positive learning environment that promotes children's social and emotional growth.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
Rising Star Day Care
Beaumont, AB
12.2019 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to children's developmental stages.
- Teaching using Reggio Amilia Approach
- Fostered a positive learning environment, promoting social skills and emotional growth among students.
- Collaborated with parents to address children's needs, enhancing family engagement in education.
- Mentored new educators, providing guidance on classroom management and instructional techniques.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, adjusting activities to meet diverse learning styles.
- Practicum Mentor for Level 2
Dayhome Provider: Early Childhood Educaror
Family and Childcare Connections
Torbay, NL
05.2013 - 10.2019
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum promoting cognitive, social, and emotional development.
- Fostered a safe, inclusive environment encouraging exploration and creativity among young children.
- Collaborated with parents to create individualized learning plans addressing each child's unique needs.
- Led staff training sessions on best practices in early childhood education and child development theories.
- Provided healthy Food Menu for Children
- Provided Family events for the Families twice a year
- Field trips with the children
- Nature walks and sliding with children
Dayhome Provider: Early Childhood Educator
The Children First: Community Dayhome Agency
Fort McMurray, AB
01.2011 - 03.2012
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate educational activities to foster child development.
- Collaborated with families to create individualized learning plans for children.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing environment conducive to learning and exploration.
- Mentored new educators on best practices in early childhood education techniques.
- Led training workshops for staff on early childhood developmental milestones and strategies.
- Mentored Keyano College Students in Early Childhood Education
Early Childhood Educator
YMCA Daycare
Fort McMurray, AB
09.2006 - 07.2009
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students.
Education
Early Childhood Development -
Keyano College
Fort McMurray, AB05-2007
High School Diploma -
St. Joesph's Academy
Lamaline, NL06-2001
Skills
- Play-based learning
- Problem-solving
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Documentation and record keeping
- Parent-teacher communication
- Sensory activities
- Curriculum planning
- Arts and crafts
- Outdoor play
- Circle time management
- Leading activities
- Fine motor skills
Languages
English
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
Rising Star Day Care
12.2019 - Current
Dayhome Provider: Early Childhood Educaror
Family and Childcare Connections
05.2013 - 10.2019
Dayhome Provider: Early Childhood Educator
The Children First: Community Dayhome Agency
01.2011 - 03.2012
Early Childhood Educator
YMCA Daycare
09.2006 - 07.2009
Early Childhood Development -
Keyano College
High School Diploma -
St. Joesph's Academy