Rebecca Nichols
Richmond,BC
Summary
Creative and caring educator with 15+ years of experience providing therapeutic support for neurodiverse children. Competent in planning, developing, and implementing tailored program plans for individuals and groups, enhancing learning outcomes and personal development. Passionate about Autism, ADHD, and other neuro-complexities, continuously learning as research develops.
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Proactive problem-solver skilled in improving workplace communication, collaboration, and satisfaction. Adapts to changing software and applications, providing training to peers and management. Excellent record-keeping and documentation, coupled with proficient written and verbal communication.
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Accomplished advocate for mental health, artistic and musical expression, lifelong learning, and outdoor activities. Unwavering commitment to supporting individuals of all abilities and backgrounds to thrive.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
2
2
Fluent Languages
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
Developmental Disabilities Association
Vancouver, BC
11.2014 - Current
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families and children.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive and safe classroom environments.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Used classroom observations to create written assessments of student performance.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Taught average of 18 children per school year.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
Respite Care Provider
Community Ventures Society
Richmond, BC
01.2016 - 10.2022
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe living environment.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals with family preferences and food restrictions in mind.
- Interviewed individuals and families to assess needs and provide informational resources.
- Used Tablet-based communication programs to support nonverbal clients.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Communicated frequently with parents to ensure quality of care for each client.
In-Home Respite Caregiver
Private Employer
Richmond, BC
09.2010 - 03.2020
- Supported growth and development of young child with ASD and oral-motor feeding challenges.
- Engaged client in outdoor activities, while maintaining safety and comfort.
- Performed G-tube feeding and supported oral feeding.
- Assisted with homework, and time management during visits.
- Assisted with emotional and psychological support during episodes of high anxiety and distress.
Childcare Coordinator
Mom2Mom Poverty Initiative Society
Vancouver, BC
04.2017 - 09.2019
- Managed team of volunteers (adults and teens) in order to look after children.
- Supervised groups of children from infants to young teens (5-35 children) during community events to support mothers' mental and physical health.
- Planned and provided culture-friendly activities to help children and parents of diverse backgrounds feel welcome.
- Purchased materials and toys for children's use with limited budget for each event.
Early Childhood Educator -On Call
DDA
Vancouver, BC
01.2013 - 11.2014
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families and children.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive and safe classroom environments.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Responded to managers from 6 centers to assist with filling roles as needed.
Office Administrator
The Way Community Church
Richmond, BC
08.2013 - 03.2014
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email or in-person to provide information.
- Coordinated communications, financial processing, registration, recordkeeping and other administrative functions.
- Tracked office supplies and restocked low items to keep team members on-task and productive.
- Kept detailed records of supplies and office equipment use to budget and make orders for new supplies.
- Evaluated office documentation to check accuracy and complete missing pieces, avoiding delays and maximizing team productivity.
- Supported Pastors with proactive correspondence management, document coordination and parishioner relations.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education - Infant Toddler And Special Needs
Langara College
Vancouver, BC01.2011
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Langara College
Vancouver, BC 01.2025 - Current
Skills
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Culturally sensitive practice
- Childcare & Office Management,
- Emotional Development
- Special Projects and time management
- Employee & Colleague Training
- Driver's License with Clean Abstract
- Microsoft Excel, Word, Publisher, Power Point, Outlook
- Social Media: Hootsuite, Wordpress, MailChimp
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Documented and resolved behavioral patterns which led to coordinated program play for home and school.
- Collaborated with teams of 3-10 in the development of resource organization systems.
- Graduated ECE program at Langara with Distinction.
Certification
- Certified Early Childhood Educator, Province of BC - 2023-2028
- First Aid Certificate, St. John Ambulance -2021
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate
- Food-Safe Certification
Timeline
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Langara College
01.2025 - Current
Childcare Coordinator
Mom2Mom Poverty Initiative Society
04.2017 - 09.2019
Respite Care Provider
Community Ventures Society
01.2016 - 10.2022
Early Childhood Educator
Developmental Disabilities Association
11.2014 - Current
Office Administrator
The Way Community Church
08.2013 - 03.2014
Early Childhood Educator -On Call
DDA
01.2013 - 11.2014
In-Home Respite Caregiver
Private Employer
09.2010 - 03.2020
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education - Infant Toddler And Special Needs
Langara College
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