Temika Richards

Happy Life Child Care Centre – Brampton, ON
Early Childhood Educator | Jan 2022 – Present

• Currently work in the Before & After School Program supporting kindergarten and school-age children.
• Float throughout the day in preschool and toddler classrooms, adapting to varied age groups and needs.
• Previously served as Lead Educator in the Toddler classroom, designing and implementing curriculum to support holistic development.
• Mentor and support colleagues and apprentices, providing guidance and promoting teamwork.
• Establish strong parent relationships through conferences, progress reports, and ongoing communication.
• Maintain safe, organized, and stimulating classroom environments that encourage exploration and learning.
• Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, involving them in their child''s education process.

• Delivered creative and interactive activities to an average of 16 children between 2-5 years of age. Communicates with parents to report on child’s behavior, social and developmental progress. Implements multiple musical and art-related activities that improve children’s creative skills. Plans and implements programs which are stimulating and developmentally appropriate for children.

• Engaged children in activities by narrating stories, teaching songs and crafts. Established and maintained collaborative relations with co-workers and community service providers. Developed childcare programs which support and promote physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development of children.

• Worked closely with educators to create interesting and educational programs. Help create a fun and educational environment every day for children. Supported in the development of children’s daily education and entertainment.

• Supported in the development of children's daily education and entertainment. Helped organize the play area at the end of each day. Created activities for children.

• Responsible for day-to-day store operations. Accountable for procurement of all inventories, and supply management. Maintained positive working relationships with vendors. Manage and control all finances for the shop. Provide Excellent Customer Service by developing exceptional customer relations.

• Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of kindergarten programs. Develop materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.

• Prepare and maintain records of client’s progress and services performed. Reporting changes in client’s condition to manager or supervisor. Model appropriate social behaviors and encourage concern for others. Cultivate development of interpersonal relationships and communication skills.