Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
Valid First Aid and CPR C
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Sarah Youssef

Oakville

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Early Childhood Educator with hands-on experience in three diverse settings, working with junior and senior preschoolers as well as kindergarteners. Adept at designing engaging, play-based learning experiences that support emotional regulation, social development, and developmental milestones. Skilled in classroom management, fostering strong relationships, and creating inclusive, nurturing environments where children feel safe and supported.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Early Childhood Educator Placement Student

Oakwood Public School
01.2025 - Current
  • Designed and implemented hands on play-based learning experiences tailored to children's interests and developmental needs.
  • Assisted with class management, facilitated smooth transitions, and fostered a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where children feel a sense of belonging, engagement, expression, and well-being.
  • Built strong, secure relationships with children to support their emotional regulation and overall well-being.
  • Communicated effectively with team members to ensure a consistent and supportive learning environment for all children.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.

Early Childhood Education Placement Student

Little Kids Daycare Center
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Collaborated with educators to implement classroom activities, observe children's development, and adapt experiences to meet individual needs.
  • Assisted in daily routines, including transitions, mealtime, and rest time, to create a structured and nurturing environment.
  • Designed and facilitated play-based learning experiences that aligned with children's interests and developmental needs.
  • Fostered secure and trusting relationships with children, supporting their emotional regulation and overall well-being.
  • Contributed to behavior guidance by supporting children in developing self-regulation skills and positive social interactions.

Early Childhood Education Placement Student

YMCA St Bernadette
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Assisted in planning and implementing child-initiated and play-based learning experiences that supported children's developmental milestones.
  • Fostered a positive, safe, and inclusive environment by building strong relationships with children and encouraging their holistic growth.
  • Collaborated with educators and staff to observe and document children's progress, adapting activities to meet individual needs.
  • Supported daily routines, transitions, and classroom management to create a structured and engaging learning space.
  • Encouraged children's social-emotional development by guiding interactions, promoting self-regulation, and fostering independence.

Special Issues Developer

Hindawi Publishing Corporation
09.2011 - 09.2014
  • Identify emerging research topics and collaborate with researchers to develop special journal issues.
  • Curate research content, coordinate peer-review processes, and ensure timely publication of special issues.
  • Promote special issues and maintain relationships with academic stakeholders.

Education

Early Childhood Education Diploma -

Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Oakville
04-2025

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications

Cairo University
Cairo, Egypt
06-2011

Skills

  • Play-based learning
  • Problem-solving
  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Curriculum design
  • Behavioral modeling
  • Critical thinking
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Child development knowledge
  • Child CPR and first aid
  • Organizational and planning skills
  • Creative thinking

Languages

English
Full Professional
Arabic
Native or Bilingual

Certification

  • Valid Workplace Safety Certification
  • Current Vulnerable Sector Police Check
  • Up-to-date Immunizations, including TB test (available upon request)

Valid First Aid and CPR C

(EMT Emergency Medical Training Canada, obtained May 7, 2024)

Timeline

Early Childhood Educator Placement Student

Oakwood Public School
01.2025 - Current

Early Childhood Education Placement Student

Little Kids Daycare Center
09.2024 - 12.2024

Early Childhood Education Placement Student

YMCA St Bernadette
01.2024 - 04.2024

Special Issues Developer

Hindawi Publishing Corporation
09.2011 - 09.2014

Early Childhood Education Diploma -

Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications

Cairo University

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