Tainara Santuchi Silva
Winnipeg
Summary
Early Childhood Educator (ECE II) with over 6 years of experience supporting the development of preschool and kindergarten-aged children. Passionate about creating meaningful learning environments, I focus on fostering growth through arts, nature-based activities, and hands-on experiences. Recently completing the ECE Program at Red River College, I am committed to nurture exploration and creativity, while helping children connect with the world around them.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor - Acting Unit Leader
Discovery Children's Centre
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Acted as a bridge between staff, families, and management to ensure alignment of goals
- Led team meetings to encourage collaboration and address challenges in our program
- Coordinated daily operations, including staff scheduling, budget and classroom management
- Conducted performance evaluations, offering constructive feedback to support staff development and enhance program quality
Childcare Assistant
Discovery Children’s Centre
06.2017 - 12.2024
- Designed and implemented inclusive, age-appropriate activities to support children's holistic development
- Built a warm, nurturing environment to foster trust, creativity, and learning among children
- Collaborated with families to address individual needs
- Ensured compliance with provincial licensing regulations and workplace policies to maintain quality standards
Education
Diploma - ECE - Workplace Program
Red River College Polytech
Winnipeg, MB12.2024
Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Manitoba Institute of Trades And Technology
Winnipeg, MB04.2018
Bachelor’s Degree - Language and Literature
Federal University of Rio De Janeiro
RJ - Brazil12.2011
Skills
- Child Development knowledge
- Cultural awareness
- Play-based & Emergent Curriculum
- Parent-educator communication
- Classroom management
- Individualized support
- First Aid & CPR/AED Level C
- Health and safety
- Languages: English & Portuguese
Awards
- Awarded MITT Mid-term Scholarship for academic accomplishments.
- Recipient of MITT Program Excellence Award.
- Selected for a learning exchange in Denmark, facilitated by Red River College’s International Education Department.
Timeline
Supervisor - Acting Unit Leader
Discovery Children's Centre
11.2022 - 02.2023
Childcare Assistant
Discovery Children’s Centre
06.2017 - 12.2024
Diploma - ECE - Workplace Program
Red River College Polytech
Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Manitoba Institute of Trades And Technology
Bachelor’s Degree - Language and Literature
Federal University of Rio De Janeiro
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