Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Certification
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Nicole Burke

Guelph

Summary

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. Proactive and caring worker with 2 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Supply Early Childhood Educator

Wellington Catholic District School Board
01.2022 - Current
  • Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.

Supply Educational Assistant

Wellington Catholic District School Board
01.2022 - Current
  • Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.

Classroom and Student Supervisor

Wellington Catholic District School Board
01.2022 - Current
  • Developed professional relationships with teachers and school administrators to integrate into teams and best serve students.
  • Enforced school district guidelines with students across classes and levels.
  • Backed up classroom teachers by supervising students in classes, at recess or during special activities.
  • Flexed between different school areas based on current needs.
  • Logged monitoring activities and notable incidents for school administrators.
  • Supported behavior control strategies with implementation of district-approved techniques.

General Labouror and Health and Safety

Barzotti Woodworking Ltd.
09.2001 - Current
  • Organized and cleaned work area to meet standards, keep tidy and prevent injuries.
  • Helped with change-overs and set up to assist with job preparation and production functions.
  • Maintained quality of product by checking work orders, supplies and other factors.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.

Receptionist

Barzotti Woodworking LTD
04.2004 - 04.2005
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and providing accurate information.
  • Streamlined front desk operations for increased efficiency by effectively managing phone calls, emails, and walk-in clients.
  • Maintained a well-organized reception area with updated materials, contributing to a welcoming environment for visitors.
  • Improved appointment scheduling system, reducing wait times and increasing client satisfaction.
  • Helped maintain office security by monitoring visitor access and issuing badges as needed.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with clients through professional demeanor and excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Facilitated clear communication between staff members by distributing memos and announcements in a timely manner.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
  • Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.

Education

Diploma - Early Childhood Education

Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON

Skills

  • Problem Resolution
  • Team Building
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Time Management
  • Excellent Communication
  • Active Listening
  • Troubleshooting
  • Classroom Management
  • Behavioral Modeling
  • Maintaining Safety

Languages

English

Certification

First Aid and CPR expires: 2025

Timeline

Supply Early Childhood Educator

Wellington Catholic District School Board
01.2022 - Current

Supply Educational Assistant

Wellington Catholic District School Board
01.2022 - Current

Classroom and Student Supervisor

Wellington Catholic District School Board
01.2022 - Current

Receptionist

Barzotti Woodworking LTD
04.2004 - 04.2005

General Labouror and Health and Safety

Barzotti Woodworking Ltd.
09.2001 - Current

Diploma - Early Childhood Education

Algonquin College
Nicole Burke