Patricia Jacobs

Responsible for overseeing early childhood programs and ensuring quality education for young children.

Work closely and in partnership with classroom teachers and other staff to create a safe and healthy environment.

Focusing on age-appropriate planning that promotes each child's physical, cognitive, language, emotional and social development.

Ongoing observation, assessing and assisting each child.

Responsible for ongoing professional development as opportunities arise

• Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Active Union member of Actra Toronto (Actors union)

• Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and cognitive development.
• Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks while developing engagement strategies with the families in their children's learning.
• Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
• Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse and inclusive approaches to learning.
• Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern strategies and techniques.
• Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.

• Provided children with a home for families to aid in a short break from caregiving up to a week
• Helped daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness in a nurturing environment
• Previously certified in Understanding and Managing Aggressive Behaviour.

• Oversaw diverse aspects and inclusivity of talent representation and bookings, confirming efficient operations.
• Facilitated communication between agents, talent and clients by using interpersonal skills.
• Fostered relationships with industry professionals for future connections.