Robin Riggins
Goulais River,ON
Summary
Creative and energetic 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. Demonstrated ability to manage classroom dynamics and support students' social and emotional growth. Organized with exceptional work ethic and dedication to completing projects. Skilled in both independently motivated and collaborative team settings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator/Educational Assistant
GlenOak Academy - SOAR Program
11.2023 - Current
- Support neurodivergent Indigenous youth, implementing customized learning strategies with a strength based approach to accommodate various abilities.
- Develop strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect, providing emotional support and guidance to create a positive school atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Collaborate to develop and apply behavior management plans, focusing on building confidence and self-regulation.
- Assist Teacher and other staff with classroom organization, operations, and management, facilitate schedule and promote student engagement
- Participate in professional development and workshops.
Early Childhood Educator/Educational Assistant
Algoma District School Board
02.2023 - 11.2023
- Supported classroom teachers by facilitating small groups, monitoring behavior, organizing materials and promoting student engagement through positive interaction.
- Worked one-on-one with students with special needs, adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations and support in collaboration with special education staff.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students.
- Implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum, engaging children with a happy, outgoing, friendly and kind attitude.
- Required to be flexible and adapt to different classrooms and children throughout the day.
Early Childhood Educator, Enhanced Ratio
Child Care Algoma
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Worked as enhanced ratio and covered for regular staff in several child care centres, facilitating daily routines and transitions, such as snack, lunch, dressing for outdoors, sleep room and washroom routine, opening and closing procedures, as well as providing necessary assistance for inclusion of children with special needs.
- Communicated with a Resource Consultant to ensure that individual goals were met.
- Developed numerous teaching strategies and developed my ability to observe the situation and use the most appropriate methods to meet the needs of the children.
- Increased my awareness and ability to work with assistive devices used for mobility, language and sensory issues.
- Fostered a safe and nurturing environment, provided emotional support and guidance, allowing children to explore and learn confidently.
Customer Care – Digital
Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation
09.2019 - 03.2022
- Support Players with online accounts, digital lottery and casino games, completing account verification by phone, chat and email; ensuring Player privacy and confidentiality at all times.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, with effective communication and easy to follow step by step direction.
- Keep up to date with new products and information, engaging in independent training to constantly increase my knowledge.
- Successfully meets service levels and quality standards, including account verification with every interaction, while providing exceptional customer service with a friendly, professional attitude.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work - Indigenous Studies
Laurentian University
Sudbury04-2028
Early Childhood Education -
Sault College of Applied Arts And Technology
Sault Ste. Marie, ON04.2008
Bachelor of Liberal Science - Biology, Computer Science
Algoma University College
Sault Ste. Marie, ON04.1999
Skills
- Relationship building
- Behavioral modeling
- Effective communication
- Problem-solving
- Conflict resolution
- Proficient in managing classroom dynamics
- Empathy and patience
- Team collaboration
- Classroom organization
- Play-based learning
- Adaptability and flexibility
Languages
English
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator/Educational Assistant
GlenOak Academy - SOAR Program
11.2023 - Current
Early Childhood Educator, Enhanced Ratio
Child Care Algoma
03.2023 - 09.2023
Early Childhood Educator/Educational Assistant
Algoma District School Board
02.2023 - 11.2023
Customer Care – Digital
Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation
09.2019 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Social Work - Indigenous Studies
Laurentian University
Early Childhood Education -
Sault College of Applied Arts And Technology
Bachelor of Liberal Science - Biology, Computer Science
Algoma University College
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