Meisha Casey
Ottawa,ON
Summary
Proven Early Childhood Educator with a track record of enhancing children's learning experiences in various settings such as Schools, daycares and private homes through differentiated instruction and individualized support. Skilled in classroom management and parent-teacher communication, I excel in creating safe and nurturing environments for diverse learners. My expertise also extends to leading enrichment programs that foster academic and social growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Educator Assistant (final Co-op)
Youville Centre
11.2018 - 01.2019
- Managed daily routines efficiently, ensuring smooth transitions between different activities throughout the day without any loss of instructional time.
- Created a nurturing and safe environment for children to grow emotionally, socially, and academically.
- Enhanced children''s learning experiences by incorporating engaging play activities and age-appropriate educational materials.
Early Childhood Educator
Fern Hill School
09.2015 - 07.2018
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
After School Care
Fern Hill School
09.2015 - 07.2018
- Created a welcoming environment that promoted socialization and peer interaction among students, educators and parents.
- Acted as a mentor for students facing personal challenges or difficulties within the school setting, establishing trust-based relationships that supported growth over time.
- Coordinated with school staff to identify areas where students required additional support or resources.
- Led group games and physical activities, promoting teamwork skills and encouraging active lifestyles for students.
After School Enrichment Programs
Fern Hill School
09.2015 - 07.2018
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Developed and led series of subject-specific after-school enrichment programs, including French and 3D building.
- Co-taught with teachers and specialist instructors to implement engaging after-school programs for school age, featuring subjects: Dance, Martial Arts, Robotics and Chess Club.
- Established positive relationships with students and parents (and colleagues) fostering a safe and inclusive environment and open communication.
Private Educator/Nanny
Private: Meghan Ash
09.2014 - 09.2016
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Utilized ECE-driven education to target areas of growth and continuously improve child(ren)s' abilities throughout the year.
- Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
- Maintained clean, sanitary, organized and safe living environment conducive to optimal child development.
- Planned and prepared nutritious and balanced meal plans and meals for whole family.
- Supported household operations such as scheduling and overing tradespeople.
- Planned and executed all child related activates such as extra curricula's, play groups and enrichment programs and outings.
- Most importantly, I nurtured each child's happiness and self-confidence by providing warmth and support tailored to their unique personalities and needs
Private Educator/Nanny
Private: Alison Babbitt
01.2011 - 09.2019
English as a Second Language Teaching Assistant
La Cite Collegiale
10.2012 - 07.2013
Education
Diploma - Education En Services A L'enfance (E.C.E.)
La Cité Collégiale
Ottawa, ON01.2019
Skills
- Lesson Planning asisst
- Individualized support
- Differentiated Instruction
- Documentation and Record Keeping
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Experience with Special Needs Students/Children
- Volunteer certificates in various countries (such as vietnam, thailand and laos) for working with children with developmental disabilites
- English as second language abroad temp teacher in Vietnam
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Police record check
- In application process of getting my following certificates up to date:
1. First Aid CPR level C with PRC (pediatric rescue certification) and SVS (secondary victim support)
2. Joining the College of ECE's
Additional Information
While raising my family, I developed valuable skills in communication, interpersonal relations, and child development, while providing a extra loving and nurturing environment for my children. My experience as a caregiver provided me with expertise in creating engaging learning activities, managing household operations (including scheduling), and fostering children's creativity, cognitive and social-emotional development. I am eager to contribute these enhanced skills to a challenging role where I can utilize my strong organizational and interpersonal abilities to contribute to team success.
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator Assistant (final Co-op)
Youville Centre
11.2018 - 01.2019
Early Childhood Educator
Fern Hill School
09.2015 - 07.2018
After School Care
Fern Hill School
09.2015 - 07.2018
After School Enrichment Programs
Fern Hill School
09.2015 - 07.2018
Private Educator/Nanny
Private: Meghan Ash
09.2014 - 09.2016
English as a Second Language Teaching Assistant
La Cite Collegiale
10.2012 - 07.2013
Private Educator/Nanny
Private: Alison Babbitt
01.2011 - 09.2019
- Police record check
- In application process of getting my following certificates up to date:
1. First Aid CPR level C with PRC (pediatric rescue certification) and SVS (secondary victim support)
2. Joining the College of ECE's
Diploma - Education En Services A L'enfance (E.C.E.)
La Cité Collégiale
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