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Sarah Brown

Kitchener

Summary

Experienced professor specializing in Early Childhood Education with seven-years expereince, empowering post-secondary students to achieve their full potential and academic goals. Cultivates a classroom atmosphere that fosters belonging, safety, and overall well-being for all participants. Recognizes the critical role of up-to-date course materials and instructional plans in laying the groundwork for student success. Highly regarded for maintaining an effective learning environment through student-centered, interactive classroom experiences. Committed to consistently achieving optimal classroom management to elevate performance standards.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Partial-load Professor

Conestoga College, School of Community Services
01.2017 - Current
  • Delivered high-quality curriculum to Full-time, Apprenticeship & Dual Credit students pursuing Early Childhood Education
  • Effectively communicated course expectations and evaluation methods using up-to-date instructional plans and consistent communication methods
  • Demonstrated professionalism through prompt and effective communication, realistic timelines and opportunities to support students both inside and outside the classroom
  • Provided clear expectations and guidance that aligned with fair and honest standards for student performance
  • Connected with mentors and community partners to ensure curriculum consistency that aligned with program and Ministry standards

Nanny

Home Childcare
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Provided care for a family of two young children; including meals, activities and learning based on development stage of the children
  • Encouraged open and regular communication with the children’s guardians
  • Built a positive and nurturing environment to support child social and emotional growth
  • Established professional connections with the family through regular observation and documentation
  • Maintained a clean, safe and organized environment

Supervisor

Waterloo Region District
01.2013 - 01.2020
  • Provided leadership and guidance to Designated Early Childhood Educators in WRDSB Extended Day Programs
  • Supported program staff using a variety of methods including regular visit and communication, constructive feedback, and opportunities for professional development
  • Conducted administrative duties for the Extended Day Program including registration, management of subsidies, fee collection, viability and collection of program attendance records
  • Communicated and advised Principals and other board staff on pertinent information concerning the Designated Early Childhood Educators in the Extended Day Program
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and complete all tasks within assigned deadlines

Learning Support Educator

Waterloo Region District School Board
01.2013 - 01.2013
  • Supported WRDSB and Ministry initiatives through the implementation of the Ministry of Education Full Day Early Learning - Kindergarten Program
  • Collaboratively worked in face-paced learning environments, alongside the Early Years Learning Support Team
  • Observed FDK classrooms and developed action plans that optimized play-based learning opportunities for all students
  • Partnered with FDK Teams to study and implement action plans that aligned with the Ministry of Education curriculum documents and initiatives
  • Networked with system support staff to collaboratively share effective practices and opportunities for growth

Education

Bachelor of Education - Primary/Junior Education

Western University
London, Ontario
2012

Bachelor Of Arts - Honours Sociology

Wilfrid Laurier University
Waterloo, Ontario
2011

Early Childhood Education Diploma -

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, ON
2007

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Personable and Approachable
  • Critical thinking
  • Student mentoring
  • Course planning
  • Online Class Delivery
  • Classroom Management
  • Student Performance Evaluation
  • Organization and Prioritization
  • Verbal and Written Communication

Certification

  • Micro-credential, Teaching at Conestoga, Conestoga College - completed 2023
  • Kindergarten Part 1, Additional Qualification course, Western University - 2012
  • Special Education Part 1, Additional Qualification course, Western University - 2012

Timeline

Nanny

Home Childcare
01.2020 - 01.2021

Partial-load Professor

Conestoga College, School of Community Services
01.2017 - Current

Supervisor

Waterloo Region District
01.2013 - 01.2020

Learning Support Educator

Waterloo Region District School Board
01.2013 - 01.2013

Bachelor Of Arts - Honours Sociology

Wilfrid Laurier University

Bachelor of Education - Primary/Junior Education

Western University

Early Childhood Education Diploma -

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning

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