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Certification
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Tehzina Emdad

Toronto,ON

Summary

Compassionate Registered Early Childhood Educator with 15 years of experience supporting Children's learning and development in licensed child care settings.Skilled in creating inclusive, play-based environments aligned with How Does Learning Happen? and Elect framework. Strong communicator with a proven ability to build trusting relationships with children, families and colleagues.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Early Childhood Educator

Child Development institute
08.2010 - 03.2026

Delivered inclusive, culturally responsive care to support diverse learning needs and promote social-emotional growth, fostering a supportive environment.

  • Developed play-based learning activities and curriculum plans to enhance children's engagement and development.
  • Designed engaging lesson plans for various age groups and developmental stages, ensuring effective learning outcomes.
  • Conducted child observation and documentation to track developmental progress effectively.
  • Executed student evaluations and assessments to guide instructional strategies and support enhanced academic performance.
  • Maintained classroom order to enhance student participation during lessons and foster social interactions.
  • Facilitated communication with parents through monthly meetings, increasing parent engagement and participation in school activities.
  • Monitored compliance with health and safety standards to ensure a safe and nurturing environment for children and promote well-being.
  • Contributed as casual, contract, and permanent staff with the same company for 15 years, showcasing commitment and adaptability.

Registered Early Childhood Educator

Wood Green Community Services
09.2010 - 09.2012
  • Executed emergent curriculum ideas, enhancing student engagement and improving learning outcomes.
  • Managed classroom during regular teacher absence, maintaining continuity of learning and supporting student progress.
  • Strengthened professional identity of casual staff through program analysis, fostering a cohesive team environment.
  • Coordinated cultural events to engage community and celebrate diversity among families and staff.
  • Demonstrated respect for diverse backgrounds and perspectives, enhancing inclusive interactions within the workplace.
  • Took proactive steps to improve team collaboration and workflow. and independence while collaborating successfully within team structure.

Education

Diploma - Early Childhood Education

George Brown College
Toronto
04-2010

Master of Arts - General History

University of Chittagong
Bangladesh
09-1991

Skills

  • Educational programming
  • Child assessment
  • Classroom management
  • Inclusive education
  • Behavioral intervention
  • Play-based curriculum
  • Emergent curriculum design
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Parent engagement strategies
  • Team collaboration
  • Inclusive education practices
  • Student evaluations
  • Professional development
  • Age-appropriate activities
  • Special needs support
  • Art and music appreciation
  • First aid and CPR

Languages

English
Professional
Bengali
Professional
Hindi
Professional
Urdu
Professional

Certification

  • Good Standing member of College of Early Child Hood Educators(CECE)

Accomplishments

  • Best Secretary Award from International Inner wheel Club of Bangladesh

Affiliations

  • Author and Illustrator of Children's Bilingual Story books.
    1. Kennedy to Kipling (Published 2020)
    2.Some Little Feelings(Published 2022)
    3. My Purple Dolphin (Published 2023)
    4.Taiga's Sweet Dreams of Jasper(Published (2025)
    5.Tickle's Mastery

Volunteer Experience

  • Founder and Supervisor of HTA Furlana Institution (1998-2006), Chittagong, Bangladesh.(Free evening school for street children)
  • Volunteered to coordinate children and women health and safety program, cultural and religious activities of HTAF institution with partner with International Inner Wheel Club of Chittagong, Bangladesh.

Timeline

Registered Early Childhood Educator

Wood Green Community Services
09.2010 - 09.2012

Registered Early Childhood Educator

Child Development institute
08.2010 - 03.2026

Diploma - Early Childhood Education

George Brown College

Master of Arts - General History

University of Chittagong
Tehzina Emdad