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Work History
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Melissa Ramsden

Blenheim,ON

Summary

Compassionate Early Childhood Educator with passion for teaching and supporting young students in setting foundation for life-long success. Proven to quickly develop rapport with children through friendly approach, patient demeanor and excellent communication skills. Organized with exceptional work ethic and dedication to completing projects. Skilled in both independently motivated and collaborative team settings.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Early Childhood Educator

Ridge K.I.D.S
01.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced children''s cognitive development by implementing play-based learning activities.
  • Fostered social skills and emotional growth in children through daily group activities and individualized attention.
  • Improved literacy skills in young learners by incorporating storytelling, songs, and reading materials into lessons.
  • Boosted language development in non-speakers through targeted language instruction and resources.
  • Promoted fine motor skill development with hands-on art projects and sensory play experiences.
  • Partnered with parents to facilitate consistent routines and reinforce positive behaviors in children both at home and in the classroom setting.
  • Created a safe, nurturing environment for all children by enforcing strict health and safety protocols within the classroom.

Registered Early Childhood Educator

YMCA Childcare
03.2022 - 01.2023
  • Enhanced children''s cognitive development by implementing play-based learning activities.
  • Fostered social skills and emotional growth in children through daily group activities and individualized attention.
  • Improved literacy skills in young learners by incorporating storytelling, songs, and reading materials into lessons.
  • Promoted fine motor skill development with hands-on art projects and sensory play experiences.
  • Increased early numeracy understanding by integrating counting games, number recognition, and basic math concepts into everyday activities.
  • Supported diverse learning needs of children with tailored lesson plans and differentiated instruction techniques.

Registered Early Childhood Educator

Growing Together Family Resource Centre
05.2017 - 03.2020

* Promoted healthy hygiene, modeled healthy lifestyle choices in food, development and self-help skills

  • Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
  • Assisted in the assessment of each student''s abilities, tailoring instruction to meet individual needs and learning styles.
  • Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
  • Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
  • Contributed to the successful implementation of school-wide initiatives by collaborating with colleagues on curriculum development, professional development, and other projects.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curriculum, addressing the diverse needs of individual students.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to create a stimulating and nurturing environment for early childhood development.

Family Home Childcare Provider

Care For Kids Home Daycare
09.1996 - 05.2017
  • Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and encouraging cooperative play.
  • Promoted healthy habits by preparing nutritious meals and teaching the importance of physical activity.
  • Provided a safe and nurturing environment, addressing individual needs of each child in the family home setting.
  • Implemented age-appropriate educational activities to support cognitive development and school readiness.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication channels for updates on their child''s progress.
  • Managed daily schedules for multiple children, ensuring timely completion of tasks and routines.
  • Organized field trips to local parks, museums, and community events to expose children to new experiences.
  • Maintained accurate records of each child''s developmental milestones, achievements, and areas needing improvement.
  • Collaborated with other childcare providers to share best practices and stay current on industry trends.
  • Provided emergency care when necessary, administering first aid and contacting appropriate medical professionals if needed.
  • Conducted regular safety inspections of the home environment to ensure it met all state regulations for childcare provision.
  • Encouraged creativity through art projects, dramatic play, music exploration, and storytelling activities.

Education

Early Childhood Education

St.Clair College- Thames Campus
Chatham, ON
05.1996

Skills

  • Age-Appropriate Activities
  • Lesson Plan Creation
  • Special Needs Support
  • Classroom Organization
  • Conflict resolution
  • Child assessment
  • Fine motor skills
  • Training in Food Handling Preparation
  • Key Decision Making

Languages

English

Certification

* trained in WHIMIS

* current Food Handlers Certification

* up to date on all Harassment in the Workplace

* updated CPR-Level C and First Aid

* updated Police Clearance and Vulnerable Sector Check



Timeline

Registered Early Childhood Educator

Ridge K.I.D.S
01.2023 - Current

Registered Early Childhood Educator

YMCA Childcare
03.2022 - 01.2023

Registered Early Childhood Educator

Growing Together Family Resource Centre
05.2017 - 03.2020

Family Home Childcare Provider

Care For Kids Home Daycare
09.1996 - 05.2017

Early Childhood Education

St.Clair College- Thames Campus
Melissa Ramsden