Rhea Calaro
Airdrie
Summary
Early childhood professional with history of creating enriching educational experiences. Proven ability to design and implement curriculum that promotes cognitive and social development. Emphasizes collaboration and adapts to evolving classroom needs, ensuring positive outcomes for all students.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
JSKL Kids R Fun Daycare
06.2024 - Current
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
- Supported children's physical development with daily outdoor play and fine motor skills activities, enhancing their physical health and coordination.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
Community Support Worker (Practicum Student)
Loving Hand Partners in Care
09.2025 - 10.2025
- Provided personalized care and support to clients with diverse needs..
- Assisted clients in achieving greater independence, fostering a sense of empowerment through guidance and encouragement.
- Established trust-based relationships with clients through empathetic communication and active listening skills.
- Developed and maintained strong, supportive relationships with clients to promote mental health and emotional well-being.
- Provided direct support to clients, enhancing their daily living skills and independence.
- Facilitated daily living activities, promoting independence and well-being.
Early Childhood Educator
Saddleridge Daycare
12.2020 - 06.2024
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples in lesson plans.
- Promoted physical health by incorporating movement breaks and outdoor play opportunities into each day''s schedule.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children, fostering sense of security and belonging.
- Fostered safe and nurturing classroom environment, allowing children to explore and learn confidently.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss children's progress and address any concerns, strengthening family-school communication.
Child Development Worker
Good Start Daycare
07.2018 - 11.2020
- Adapted teaching methods according to each child''s individual learning style, maximizing comprehension and retention of information.
- Assisted in the creation of individualized lesson plans based on each child''s unique needs and developmental milestones.
- Fostered creativity and self-expression through art, music, and dramatic play activities.
- Developed strong relationships with families through consistent communication, building trust and fostering a supportive community atmosphere.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate educational activities to promote cognitive and social development.
Education
Community Support Worker -
East West College
Calgary, AB10-2025
Medical Office Assistant -
Robertson College
Calgary, AB02-2018
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Education
Pangasinan State University
Pangasinan, Philippines04-2000
Skills
- Child-centered educational approaches
- Problem-solving
- Effective classroom management
- Relationship building
- Clear communication
- Early childhood education specialist
- Safety and supervision
- Child's CPR certified
- Documentation and reporting
Timeline
Community Support Worker (Practicum Student)
Loving Hand Partners in Care
09.2025 - 10.2025
Early Childhood Educator
JSKL Kids R Fun Daycare
06.2024 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Saddleridge Daycare
12.2020 - 06.2024
Child Development Worker
Good Start Daycare
07.2018 - 11.2020
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Education
Pangasinan State University
Community Support Worker -
East West College
Medical Office Assistant -
Robertson College