Prashanth Joseph Maliyekal
Toronto
Summary
Dynamic Early Childhood Educator with experience at George Brown College, adept at fostering creativity and inclusivity through play-based learning. Skilled in relationship building and documentation. I successfully implemented tailored strategies for children from diverse backgrounds and age groups, enhancing social-emotional growth and ensuring a safe, engaging classroom environment. Passionate about nurturing young minds.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Educator (Co-op)
George Brown College Casa Loma Childcare Centre
07.2025 - 09.2025
- Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
Early Childhood Educator (Co-op)
City of Toronto
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students.
Early Childhood Educator (Co-op)
WoodGreen Community Services
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Assisted Early Childhood educators with Children from Preschool, Kindergarten and School age groups in a play-based and sensory learning environment.
- Planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate activities and collaborating with classroom teachers and families.
- Promoting social-emotional growth, and ensuring a safe, inclusive, and engaging educational curriculum aligning with Ontario Early Childhood Education standards.
Montessori Educator (Intern)
Swabhav Montessori House of Children
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Utilized Montessori approaches tailored to various learning style for pre-school children.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, performance, and growth using appropriate documentation systems.
- Enhanced student understanding by incorporating Montessori materials and methods in daily lessons.
- Encouraged collaboration between children during group activities, cultivating teamwork skills essential for future endeavors.
English & Social Studies Tutor
Myra Ek Pahel
12.2020 - 04.2021
- Worked as a part time English and Social Studies tutor to Elementary school children from the under-served sections of society.
- Monitored student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting instructional approaches as needed to address individual needs.
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians to provide updates on students'' progress, addressing any concerns or questions in a timely manner.
Education
Master of Arts - English & Communicative Studies
Christ University
Bangalore, India08-2027
Post-Graduate Certificate - Addictions & Mental Health
Fanshawe College
Toronto, ON08-2025
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
George Brown College
Toronto08-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Sociology & English
Christ University
Bangalore, India07-2022
Skills
- Play-based learning
- Problem-solving
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Documentation and record keeping
- Parent-teacher communication
- Time management and Organizational skills
- Interpersonal relationship and teamwork
- Multitasking
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Malayalam
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Standard First Aid & CPR, Canadian Red Cross (January 2024 - January 2027)
- Worker Health & Safety Awareness, Ontario Government (December 2024)
- Safe Check Advanced Food Safety Certification Program, Food Handler Certification – Safe Check Advanced (March 2024 - March 2029)
- AODA, Certificate on Accessibility of Ontarians with Disability Act, from OSG (December 2024)
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator (Co-op)
George Brown College Casa Loma Childcare Centre
07.2025 - 09.2025
Early Childhood Educator (Co-op)
City of Toronto
05.2025 - 07.2025
Early Childhood Educator (Co-op)
WoodGreen Community Services
01.2025 - 03.2025
Montessori Educator (Intern)
Swabhav Montessori House of Children
06.2022 - 10.2022
English & Social Studies Tutor
Myra Ek Pahel
12.2020 - 04.2021
Master of Arts - English & Communicative Studies
Christ University
Post-Graduate Certificate - Addictions & Mental Health
Fanshawe College
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
George Brown College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Sociology & English
Christ University
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