Oparah Maureen Ikechukwu
Brampton,ON
Summary
Compassionate Early Childcare Assistant known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in early childhood development, behavior management techniques, and activity planning. Excel in communication, empathy, and patience, ensuring positive interactions and fostering an environment conducive to learning and growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2012
2012
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childcare Assistant
Songbird Montessori School
Brampton, ON
10.2024 - 08.2025
- Assisted teachers in implementing Montessori methods and classroom activities.
- Supported children during playtime, fostering social interactions and cooperation.
- Organized learning materials and resources to enhance classroom engagement.
- Participated in maintaining a clean and safe learning environment for children.
- Helped prepare nutritious snacks, promoting healthy eating habits among students.
- Assisted with diaper changes, potty breaks and mealtime routines.
- Assisted in the daily operations of a childcare center, including greeting families and children.
- Supervised children during indoor and outdoor playtime, ensuring their safety at all times.
- Enforced naptime policies while monitoring sleeping children throughout the day.
Daycare Teacher
George's International Academy
Plateau State , Nigeria
04.2020 - 08.2022
- Developed engaging lesson plans to promote children's cognitive and social skills.
- Supervised daily activities to ensure a safe and nurturing environment for children.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to encourage positive interactions among children.
- Collaborated with staff to create a welcoming atmosphere that supports learning and development.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities.
- Assisted with toilet training and diaper changing when necessary.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Participated in staff meetings and professional development workshops.
- Managed record keeping duties such as attendance records and daily reports of individual child activities.
Nursery Assistant
Mirabelle Academy
Plateau State , Nigeria
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Assisted educators in creating a nurturing environment for children's development.
- Supported daily classroom activities, ensuring smooth operations and engagement.
- Organized learning materials and resources for educational activities and playtime.
- Observed and monitored children to identify developmental strengths and target enrichment activities.
- Maintained cleanliness of the nursery environment by carrying out regular cleaning duties.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans and activities for children of various ages.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning, and play.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to early childhood education.
- Organized outings and field trips outside of the nursery setting as part of an enrichment program.
Education
Basic Training Diploma - Early Childhood Assistance
Future Canadian College
Mississauga, ON 08.2025 - 09.2025
Basic Training Diploma - Personal Support Worker
Alpha College
08.2025 - 09.2025
Certified Medical Technician - Medical Laboratory Science
National Veterinary And Medical Laboratory Institute
Plateau State , Nigeria 07.2007 - 07.2011
Plateau High School
Plateau State , Nigeria Skills
- Child development
- Lesson planning
- Behavior management
- Classroom organization
- Safety supervision
- Parent communication
- Team collaboration
- Interpersonal relationships
- Childcare regulations compliance
- Patience and empathy
- Special needs support
- Allergy and medication awareness
- Hygiene and cleanliness
- Professionalism and ethics
- Sleep routine management
Certification
- Child care and Early Years Act (Cceya)Licencing
- Worker Health and safety Awareness.
- Security guard Licencing
- Medical laboratory certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Basic Training Diploma - Early Childhood Assistance
Future Canadian College
08.2025 - 09.2025
Basic Training Diploma - Personal Support Worker
Alpha College
08.2025 - 09.2025
Early Childcare Assistant
Songbird Montessori School
10.2024 - 08.2025
Daycare Teacher
George's International Academy
04.2020 - 08.2022
Nursery Assistant
Mirabelle Academy
08.2018 - 07.2019
Certified Medical Technician - Medical Laboratory Science
National Veterinary And Medical Laboratory Institute
07.2007 - 07.2011
Plateau High School
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