Sam Stone
Richmond,BC
Summary
Passionate and creative Early Childhood Education professional devoted to offering diverse experiential learning opportunities with a focus on learning through play
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Educator/Early Childhood Special Needs Educator
Developmental Disabilities Association
08.2021 - Current
- Applied knowledge of child development to plan and implement developmentally appropriate childcare programs for diverse groups of children between the ages of 2.5 and 5
- Adapted programming to meet the unique physical, developmental, and cultural needs of children
- Utilized diverse intervention techniques in collaboration with families and community professionals to support children in reaching their developmental goals
- Completed detailed support guides for children with identified support needs in collaboration with their families and community support teams
- Worked effectively as part of a team to contribute to a positive, productive working and learning environment
- Provided supervision and mentorship to ECE students and volunteers
Early Childhood Educator
Steveston Society of Children's Centres
11.2017 - 08.2021
- Planned and immplemented a child-led, outdoor-based and Reggio Emilia inspired program for infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Completed daily documentation and regular pedagogical narrations for all children
- -Provided 1:1 support to a child with special needs using a DIR floortime approach
- Supervised and mentored ECE practicum students and new staff
Inclusion Coordinator (Prototype Position)
Steveston Society of Children's Centres
09.2018 - 09.2020
- Coached a staff team on inclusive practices and trauma-informed practice in childcare
- Completed detailed care plans for children with identified support needs in collaboration with their families, educators, and community support teams
- Facilitated weekly team meetings
- Maintained communication with the Ministry of Children and Family Services to evaluate the effectiveness of the prototype program
Early Childhood Educator
Macaulay Child Development Centre
06.2016 - 10.2017
- Supported staff team in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate programming for young children
- Worked collaboratively with colleagues to provide consistent care for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-aged children
- Built rapport with families through daily communications
Swim Instructor and Lifeguard
Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2014 - 10.2017
- Facilitated Red Cross Aquatics programming to both neurotypical and neurodivergent children in an inclusive setting
- Oversaw various aquatics programming for hospital patients and community members in inpatient/respite swim and Snoezelen® Pool
- Adapted programming as necessary for the individual needs of the participant
- Provided direction to volunteers during swim school and inpatient programs
Early Childhood Education Student (International)
Fiddleheads Forest School
04.2016 - 05.2016
- Assisted in maintaining a safe outdoor environment designed for discovery, questioning and experimentation
- Developed and implemented outdoor learning activities based on observed interests
Boating Coordinator
Doe Lake Girl Guide Camp
05.2011 - 08.2011
- Developed and oversaw the implementation of boating programs for children, youth and families
- Collaborated with Waterfront Coordinator to supervise and evaluate the lifeguard staff team
- Set-up and maintained all waterfront equipment including boats, safety equipment and docks
Camp Couselor and Lifeguard
Doe Lake Girl Guide Camp
07.2008 - 08.2011
- Instructed and provided supervision during a variety of waterfront programs including sailing, paddling and swimming
- Provided care and supervision to overnight campers between the ages of 6 and 16
- Assisted with the planning and implementation of waterfront and other recreational activities for campers
Education
Bachelor of Professional Arts - Human Services
Athabasca University
AthabascaDiploma - Early Childhood Education
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
North York05-2016
Outdoor Recreation Parks And Tourism
Lakehead University
Thunder BaySkills
- Program planning and implementation
- Diversified instruction
- Creative problem solving
- Verbal and written communication
- Team collaboration
- Cultural Competence
- Adaptability
Certification
DIRFLOORTIME Certificate of Proficiency
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator/Early Childhood Special Needs Educator
Developmental Disabilities Association
08.2021 - Current
Inclusion Coordinator (Prototype Position)
Steveston Society of Children's Centres
09.2018 - 09.2020
Early Childhood Educator
Steveston Society of Children's Centres
11.2017 - 08.2021
Early Childhood Educator
Macaulay Child Development Centre
06.2016 - 10.2017
Early Childhood Education Student (International)
Fiddleheads Forest School
04.2016 - 05.2016
Swim Instructor and Lifeguard
Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2014 - 10.2017
Boating Coordinator
Doe Lake Girl Guide Camp
05.2011 - 08.2011
Camp Couselor and Lifeguard
Doe Lake Girl Guide Camp
07.2008 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Professional Arts - Human Services
Athabasca University
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
Outdoor Recreation Parks And Tourism
Lakehead University