Rachel Edwards
Wasaga Beach,Ontario
Summary
A multi-tasking Early Childhood Educator, passionate about supporting the community for life-long successes. Proven to quickly develop rapport with team and customers through a friendly approach, patient demeanor and excellent and diplomatic communication skills. Organized with exceptional work ethic and dedication to completing projects, within a given timeframe. Skilled in both independently motivated and collaborative team settings, with a background in out reach, maker space and fundraising programs. Hoping to complement the already inclusive and welcoming community resource.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Designated Early Childhood Educator
Simcoe County District School Board
09.2012 - Current
- 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.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive and safe classroom environments.
- Planned and executed literacy-based activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
Before and After School Care Educator
YMCA
09.2011 - 08.2012
- Planned activities for a variety of school-aged children, driven by their interests
- Cultivated relationships with parents, and teachers of classrooms for a complete support network.
- organized and promoted multiple fundraisers
Early Childhood Educator
Today's Family Child Care Center
09.2004 - 01.2008
- Led community-based programs for families and the community (Eat Well program, Community Garden)
- Created a safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Supervised student teachers to provide objective feedback.
- Programmed and implemented Summer Camps for School-aged children
Summer Camp Leader
Art Gallery Of Hamilton
06.2001 - 08.2001
- Planned and executed multi-media art projects for various age groups
- Designed and supervised recreational activities for over 20 campers between 12 and 15.
- Documented camp inventory and ordered supplies when needed.
Education
Diploma in Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, ON06.2003
High School Diploma -
Hill Park Secondary School
Hamilton, ON06.2000
Skills
- Experience with planning and implementing creative and constructive programming for children and youth
- exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills
- Able to come up with creative solutions to problems/ can improvise if needed
- Good attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Adequate knowledge of many different computer software applications and school library cataloging
- maintains professional development -CPR/First Aid trained, WHIMIS, BMS training, Attended multiple Early Literacy Workshops/training, trauma-informed care workshops, and SA Prevention Programs, American Sign Language Certificate
Languages
English
Full Professional
Additional Information
*References and criminal record check available upon request
Timeline
Designated Early Childhood Educator
Simcoe County District School Board
09.2012 - Current
Before and After School Care Educator
YMCA
09.2011 - 08.2012
Early Childhood Educator
Today's Family Child Care Center
09.2004 - 01.2008
Summer Camp Leader
Art Gallery Of Hamilton
06.2001 - 08.2001
Diploma in Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
High School Diploma -
Hill Park Secondary School
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