Letter of Equivalency of Early Childhood Education Diploma from Association of Early Childhood Educators of Ontario. Professional experience teaching children of infancy to kindergarten in school and daycare settings with six years experience of working with special needs children and setting up of an inclusive environment in daycare and school settings and accessing community resources for the support of the children and their parents. Excellent organizational, communication, customer service and interpersonal skills developed in the hospitality industry in Hotels over a period of seven years. Ability to built and nurtured relationships with parents of diverse communities to ensure the support and continuance of behavioral strategies. Proficient in written and oral Hindi,well spoken in Punjabi and Urdu. Well developed personal skills of tactfulness, self-control, patience, and leadership qualities. Compassionate Early Childhood Educator with passion for teaching and supporting young students in setting foundation for life-long success. Proven to quickly develop rapport with children through friendly approach, patient demeanor and excellent communication skills. Organized with exceptional work ethic and dedication to completing projects. Skilled in both independently motivated and collaborative team settings.
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Richa Peters
Toronto,ON
Summary
Overview
22
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
York Region District School BoardJohn McCrae Public School
Designated Early Childhood Educator
09.2010 - 06.2012
Job overview
- Cooperatively planning and implementing curriculum for the FDELK program with the Kindergarten teacher.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Established ongoing professional development goals, participating in workshops and conferences to stay current on emerging trends in early childhood education.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Developed comprehensive assessments to measure student progress effectively and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Conducted regular evaluations of teaching practices, refining techniques for optimal student engagement and comprehension.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Improved literacy rates by implementing targeted reading interventions and guided reading sessions.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Increased early numeracy proficiency by integrating math concepts into daily routines and playtime activities.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
Durham District School BoardPickering, ON
Designated Early Childhood Educator
09.2012 - Current
Job overview
- Cooperatively planned and implemented curriculum for Full Day Kindergarten program with the Kindergarten teacher.
- Individually tailored curriculum for students in partnership with Kindergarten teacher, Special Education resource Teacher and Educational assistants to impart focused and individually tailored and planned curriculum for students in our care.
- Being part of various Kindergarten related activities such as Curriculum night,Welcome to Kindergarten,Christmas concert and Kindergarten graduation.
- Being part of Health and Safety committee at the school.
- Being part of Safe school committee to analyze and the school surveys to determine how to make our school safer.
- Recently have been part of CCPI(critically conscious practitioner inquiry)which is teaching us how to dismantle the bias against black students.
Familyday Childcare Services (Brookside Public School, Scarborough)
Early Childhood Educator
09.2007 - 09.2010
Job overview
- Assisting the supervisor as the designate of the centre and assuming leadership roles in absence of the supervisor as well as learning the administrative responsibilities since October 2008
- Working as a part of team of ECE’s in a set up of a 100 children capacity daycare
- Am responsible for the upkeep of the room assigned and to run it in accordance with the Day Nurseries Act and Metro Operating criteria
- Am responsible for planning and implementing developmentally appropriate programming as per the philosophy of the company on day to day basis.
- Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Implemented evidence-based behavior management systems to maintain a positive atmosphere conducive to learning for all students.
- Partnered with local organizations to bring in guest speakers or arrange field trips that enriched students'' understanding of the world around them.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
- Conducted regular evaluations of teaching practices, refining techniques for optimal student engagement and comprehension.
- Developed comprehensive assessments to measure student progress effectively and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
- Contributed to staff meetings and professional learning communities, sharing insights and strategies for continuous improvement of teaching practices.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Strengthened parent-teacher relationships through consistent communication, increasing parental involvement in the educational process.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Established ongoing professional development goals, participating in workshops and conferences to stay current on emerging trends in early childhood education.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Promoted physical health by incorporating movement breaks and outdoor play opportunities into each day''s schedule.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
Familyday Childcare Services (Maryward Childcare Centre)
Assistant Early Childhood Educator
01.2007 - 08.2007
Job overview
- Working as a part of team of ECE’s of 50 children capacity daycare.
- Conducted regular evaluations of teaching practices, refining techniques for optimal student engagement and comprehension.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
Wendy’s Restaurant (Neilson & Ellesmere)
Crew Member
06.2006 - 12.2006
Job overview
- Worked in all positions of the fast food casual dining restaurant.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Performed serving, cleaning and stocking to high standards and provided excellent customer satisfaction.
- Ensured accurate order fulfillment with diligent attention to details while assembling meals.
- Exceeded performance expectations consistently, receiving recognition from supervisors for dedication to job responsibilities.
- Cleaned and maintained all areas of restaurant to promote clean image.
- Operated cash register to ring up final bill and process various forms of payment.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
Delhi Public School (Junior Wing), Agra, India
Vice-Principal (Junior Campus)
12.2001 - 04.2006
Job overview
- (Part of the internationally known Delhi Public School which has over 70 branches all over the world.)
Education
Seneca College
Certificate of Apprenticeship in Inclusion Practices for Early Childhood Educator
01.2011
University Overview
George Brown College
Certificate Course in Advanced Special Needs Training for Early Childhood Educators
01.2009
University Overview
Early childhood Diploma Equivalency
01.2007
University Overview
Indian Education Board
Nursery Teachers Training (NTT-DCED A. Psychology)
01.2001
University Overview
H.N.B.University, India
Bachelor of Sciences (Chemistry, Botany & Geology)
01.1993
University Overview
Skills
- Fluent in Hindi,Urdu,Punjabi
- Customer Relations
- Written Communication
- Research
- Team Management
- Interpersonal Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Verbal Communication
- Multitasking Abilities
- Task Prioritization
- Organization
- Calm Under Pressure
- Computer Skills
- Analytical Thinking
Certification
- Pursuing Certification for Early Childhood Educators, AECEO, 09/2008
- CPR and First-Aid Certificate, 07/2007
Affiliations
Affiliations
- Registered member of College of Early Childhood Educators.
- Member of Association of Early Childhood Educators of Ontario.
Phone Residence
Phone Residence
(416) 792-1416Professional Development
Professional Development
- Completed Ministry approved training for Full Day Early Kindergarten for the New Curriculum Document in Barrie.
- Designated Early Childhood Educator - Professional Conversations
- Kindergarten Visual Arts Workshop
- Was invited to be a part of the Focus Group formed to formulate the Code of Ethics for The College of Early Childhood Educators.
- Currently enrolled in the apprenticeship program of “Inclusion Practices for Early Childhood Educators” with Seneca College since September, 2009.
- Completed Certificate Course from George Brown College in Special Needs Training for Early Childhood Educators in the month April 2009.
- Graduated from ‘Hannan Learning Language and Loving it’ program in March 2008.
- Praise vs. Encouragement’ workshop for pre-schoolers at Family Daycare Services in November, 2008.
References
References
Available on request.Languages
Hindi
Full Professional
Punjabi
Limited Working
Urdu
Elementary
Timeline
Designated Early Childhood Educator
Durham District School Board
09.2012 - Current
Designated Early Childhood Educator
York Region District School Board
09.2010 - 06.2012
Early Childhood Educator
Familyday Childcare Services (Brookside Public School, Scarborough)
09.2007 - 09.2010
Assistant Early Childhood Educator
Familyday Childcare Services (Maryward Childcare Centre)
01.2007 - 08.2007
Crew Member
Wendy’s Restaurant (Neilson & Ellesmere)
06.2006 - 12.2006
Vice-Principal (Junior Campus)
Delhi Public School (Junior Wing), Agra, India
12.2001 - 04.2006
Seneca College
Certificate of Apprenticeship in Inclusion Practices for Early Childhood Educator
George Brown College
Certificate Course in Advanced Special Needs Training for Early Childhood Educators
Early childhood Diploma Equivalency
Indian Education Board
Nursery Teachers Training (NTT-DCED A. Psychology)
H.N.B.University, India
Bachelor of Sciences (Chemistry, Botany & Geology)