Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
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Michelle Cousens

Sutton

Summary

Energetic Early Childhood Educator with a proven track record at Eastern Townships School Board, adept at implementing play-based learning strategies and fostering creativity. Skilled in relationship building and problem-solving, I have successfully supported children with diverse needs, enhancing their social and emotional growth through tailored educational approaches.


Looking to expand my horizons and challenge myself professionally.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Early Childhood Educator

Eastern Townships School Board
08.2024 - Current
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
  • Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
  • Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.

HSA (Handicap Student Assistance)

Eastern Townships School Board
02.2024 - 06.2024
  • Assists the student in moving from one location to another, including to and from their mode of transportation
  • Supervise students during recess and lunch, meal periods, and recreation time
  • Assists the teacher in communicating basic concepts of cleanliness and personal care, such as dressing, eating and drinking
  • Records observations concerning the student's needs and behaviours. May be required to inform teachers, parents and other designated staff and give advice on the measures specified in the individual education plan.


Private Nanny

Lafleur Family
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior, setting boundaries to create a respectful atmosphere within the home.
  • Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.

Education

AEC - Early Childhood Education

Herzing College
Montreal, QC
06-2022

Skills

  • Play-based learning
  • Problem-solving
  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual

Certification

TEFL 120 Course

(Currently completing)

Timeline

Early Childhood Educator

Eastern Townships School Board
08.2024 - Current

HSA (Handicap Student Assistance)

Eastern Townships School Board
02.2024 - 06.2024

Private Nanny

Lafleur Family

AEC - Early Childhood Education

Herzing College
Michelle Cousens