Mayra Ramirez
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Proven Childcare Educator with extensive experience at Once Upon A Time Daycare, adept in curriculum planning and early childhood education. Demonstrates strong computer skills and a commitment to fostering social skills development. Achieved consistent improvement in teaching methodologies through professional development, enhancing children's cognitive growth by implementing engaging, age-appropriate activities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Educator
Once Upon A Time Daycare
09.2017 - 04.2022
- Coordinated with other staff members effectively in order to provide a cohesive childcare program promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Ensured the health and safety of children by consistently monitoring their activities both indoors and outdoors.
- Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs and discuss progress reports regularly.
- Implemented hands-on learning opportunities that encouraged exploration, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills among children.
- Developed strong relationships with families, maintaining open communication channels for optimal support of each child''s growth and wellbeing.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Enhanced children''s cognitive and social development by implementing age-appropriate activities and games.
- Continuously updated knowledge on best practices through professional development workshops and training sessions for consistent improvement in teaching methodologies.
Child and Youth Worker
Catholic Social Services CSD
07.2016 - 10.2018
- Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for children and adolescents.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies to address challenging behaviors exhibited by young clients.
- Enhanced youth development by implementing engaging and age-appropriate programs.
- Delivered crisis intervention services when necessary, de-escalating volatile situations while maintaining safety for all involved parties.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with trends, theories, and best practices within the field of child and youth work.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify clients'' emotional, behavioral, or developmental issues requiring intervention or support services.
- Maintained detailed case records, ensuring accurate documentation and timely reporting of progress to relevant stakeholders.
Crisis Intervention Worker
Kids Kottage
09.2014 - 09.2015
- Collaborated with local law enforcement to improve overall response to crisis situations, ensuring timely interventions.
- Mentored junior crisis intervention workers, contributing to their professional growth and enhancing team performance overall.
- Streamlined documentation processes related to client cases, allowing for more efficient information sharing among team members.
- Deescalated potentially dangerous situations involving clients in crisis, minimizing risks to all parties involved.
- Supported families impacted by crises events through counseling services and resource referrals tailored to their specific circumstances.
- Developed comprehensive case management plans, addressing both immediate needs and long-term goals for clients in crisis.
Intern
High School
03.2011 - 04.2011
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Actively participated in team meetings, offering insightful suggestions that led to innovative problem-solving strategies.
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
Education
No Degree - Legal Assistance
Sundance College
Edmonton08.2024
Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Early Childhood Education
- Hygiene practices
- Verbal and written communication
- Lesson Planning
- Documentation abilities
- Curriculum Planning
- Strong Work Ethic
- CPR and First Aid
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Childcare Educator
Once Upon A Time Daycare
09.2017 - 04.2022
Child and Youth Worker
Catholic Social Services CSD
07.2016 - 10.2018
Crisis Intervention Worker
Kids Kottage
09.2014 - 09.2015
Intern
High School
03.2011 - 04.2011
No Degree - Legal Assistance
Sundance College
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