Mellonie Anderson Fisher
Toronto,Canada
Summary
Compassionate Early Childhood Educator with passion for teaching and supporting young children in setting a 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 ethics. Skilled in both independent, motivated, and collaborative team settings. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social, and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Designated Early Childhood Educator
Toronto District Catholic School Board
Toronto, Canada
09.2010 - 04.2025
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
Early Childhood Educator
Ymca Beaches
Scarborough, Canada
09.2008 - 09.2010
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Nanny
Private Nanny
Toronto, Canada
09.2003 - 08.2010
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Administered basic first-aid and medication in emergency situations.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.
- Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
North York, ON 05.2000 - 06.2004
Diploma - Childcare
St.Patrick Catholic High School
Toronto, ON 09.1986 - 09.1990
Skills
- Diverse Classroom Settings
- Progress Tracking and Reporting
- Fine Motor Skill Development
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- School Community Relations
- Self-Esteem Education
- Classroom Observation
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
Certification
- Standard First Aid, 06/06/25, 06/06/27, Lifeline Training Resources
- Adult/Child/Infant CPR+AED, 06/06/25, 06/06/27
- Registered Early Childhood Educator (26052)
Timeline
Designated Early Childhood Educator
Toronto District Catholic School Board
09.2010 - 04.2025
Early Childhood Educator
Ymca Beaches
09.2008 - 09.2010
Nanny
Private Nanny
09.2003 - 08.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
05.2000 - 06.2004
Diploma - Childcare
St.Patrick Catholic High School
09.1986 - 09.1990