Vivian Morley
Puslinch,Canada
Summary
Dedicated and mindful Teaching Assistant offers passionate and informed support for students and staff. Experienced interpersonal communicator addresses unique queries within educational settings and accommodates staff curriculum requirements. Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology. Enthusiastic ECE Assistant, experienced in providing staff support in educational or childcare environments. Worked with children individually and in small groups while providing basic reading, writing and math instruction and other education-related activities as assigned.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
The Millgrove Children's Centre
2022.10 - 2024.06
- Worked with children age 2.5 to 12, in the preschool program, after school and summer program
- Supported early language development through storytelling, reading books, and engaging children in interactive conversations.
- Managed daily routines efficiently, ensuring smooth transitions between different activities throughout the day without any loss of instructional time.
- Created a nurturing and safe environment for children to grow emotionally, socially, and academically.
- Enhanced children''s learning experiences by incorporating engaging play activities and age-appropriate educational materials.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Helped create a culturally responsive classroom where all students felt valued and respected by incorporating diverse learning materials into daily lessons.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within early childhood education.
- Provided individualized support for children with special needs, enabling them to thrive in the classroom setting.
- Promoted healthy habits among students by leading physical activities and teaching about proper nutrition choices during snack time.
- Developed strong classroom management skills, maintaining an orderly and focused learning environment for all students.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Organized snack time and nap hours.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
Licensed Home Daycare
Perth Care for Kids
2017.01 - 2020.01
- In home daycare with children ages 1-10, including overnight stays
- Provided a safe, welcoming, and educational environment
- Worked closely in consultation with parents including daily paperwork, parent initial sign in sheets, monthly meal menus, and fire drills
- Provided children with access to a variety of sensory activities, including scientific experiments, craft making, celebrations of different holidays, and outings
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Provided support around hygiene, getting ready for school, homework, and reading.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Child and Youth Worker/Developmental Service Worker
Pioneer Youth Services
2012.01 - 2016.01
- Supported youth with mental and physical disability, within residential homes, at school, and in the community
- Ensured the teaching of healthy choices, good hygiene skills, positive social skills, life skills, and self-care to all youth
- Prepared Plan of Care reports to define goals, weaknesses and strengths of residents.
- Daily paperwork, cooking, cleaning, making school lunches, managing household needs, hygiene routines, bedtime and morning routines, counting money
- Designed tailored interventions for individual clients based on their specific needs, strengths, and challenges.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
- Providing and setting up extracurricular activities, such as swimming, soccer and summer camps
- Administering medication, following the 7 rights
- Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.
- Enhanced youth development by implementing engaging and age-appropriate programs.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies to address challenging behaviors exhibited by young clients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for children and adolescents.
- Contributed positively towards team collaborations by engaging in regular meetings and sharing insights, enhancing team cohesion.
- Delivered crisis intervention services when necessary, de-escalating volatile situations while maintaining safety for all involved parties.
- Advocated for client needs within various systems, such as schools, courts, and social service agencies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with trends, theories, and best practices within the field of child and youth work.
- Provided supervision to junior staff members, offering mentorship and guidance on best practices for working with children and teenagers.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify clients'' emotional, behavioral, or developmental issues requiring intervention or support services.
- Developed strong rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication during therapy sessions.
- Coordinated family visits, medical appointments and therapy sessions for youth residents.
Developmental Support Worker
Elmira District Community Living
2011.01 - 2016.01
- Supported individual's with mental and physical disability, promoting an inclusive lifestyle and healthy choices
- Provided a safe, clean, calm, and warm place to live, along with following proper confidentiality, and health and safety guidelines
- Assisted with maintaining and improving people's health and wellbeing by providing healthy meals and a clean environment
- Assisted with hygiene, meal preparation, and other life skills
- Assisted in team building, effective communication skills, positive choices and skill building
- Handled financial aspects of clients' money, filling out daily paperwork and charting, administered medications, following the 7 rights.
- Guided developmentally disabled adults through customized day programs.
- Improved quality of life for clients through compassionate care and assistance with daily tasks.
- Supported clients in maintaining clean and organized living spaces, fostering a sense of pride in their homes.
- Maintained professional boundaries while building rapport with clients, establishing trust for effective support delivery.
- Fostered a positive and supportive environment, addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Provided ongoing emotional support during challenging times, helping clients build resilience and coping skills.
- Assisted clients in managing personal finances, developing budgeting skills to promote long-term financial stability.
- Maintained detailed client records, ensuring accurate documentation of goals, achievements, and areas for improvement.
- Encouraged healthy lifestyle choices through guidance on nutrition and participation in physical activities together with clients.
- Enhanced client independence by implementing personalized support plans tailored to individual needs.
- Contributed to team meetings by sharing insights, successes, and challenges, fostering a collaborative approach to client support.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
Developmental Services Worker/Autism Support Assistant
Kerry's Place
2009.01 - 2012.01
- Supported people with Autism and mental and physical disability to help in enhancement of their daily lives
- Assisted with hygiene, proper health and medications, assisted with cooking, cleaning, and household upkeep
- Provided personal support to help people achieve their goals and improve their overall health and well being
- Responsible for data collection, and data entry, to provide clear and up to date information
- Provided calm and effective communication during highly stressful situations
- Bridged communication between staff, managers and people supported to initiate PCP's (Person Centered Planning), and maintain and achieve POM's (Personal Outcome Measures)
- Assisted clients with daily living activities to promote self-sufficiency and personal growth.
- Collaborated effectively with other service providers such as healthcare professionals or educators in order to facilitate holistic care for clients.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining up-to-date documentation on client records.
- Enhanced client independence by implementing personalized support plans and life skills training.
- Improved quality of life for clients through effective communication, relationship building, and emotional support.
- Implemented crisis intervention techniques to de-escalate challenging behaviors while maintaining safety of all involved parties.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay informed on latest trends and advancements in the field of developmental services.
- Facilitated community integration for clients through participation in social events and recreational activities.
- Demonstrated commitment to client-centered care by advocating for clients'' rights and needs, both within the organization and throughout the community.
- Mentored new Developmental Services Workers through hands-on training sessions and guidance on best practices.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by demonstrating empathy, understanding, and patience during interactions.
- Continuously expanded professional knowledge by attending workshops, conferences, and trainings related to developmental services work.
- Administered medication safely under strict guidelines, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to prescribed schedules.
- Contributed to a supportive team environment by actively participating in staff meetings, sharing ideas, and offering constructive feedback when appropriate.
Dietary Aide, Cook, Cook's Helper, and Laundry
Headwaters Healthcare Centre
2008.01 - 2011.01
- Preparation and serving of patient, visitor and staff food
- Responsible for maintaining time management and organization in a fast paced environment
- Responsible for training new employees, maintaining good communication among team, dealing with money and supply orders
- Helped support families and others in need while staying at hospital
- Responsible for handling money, upholding excellent customer service
- Provided hospital with clean, sanitized folded laundry, imperative to hospitals needs
- Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
- Served meals to patients in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
- Coordinated with other dietary aides and kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals, contributing to a smooth-running operation.
- Cleared tables and removed dishes, trays, and utensils from dining room to dishwashing area.
- Followed all food safety regulations while preparing meals for patients.
- Supported fellow team members during peak times by assisting with tasks such as dishwashing and restocking supplies, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Assisted in preparation of nutritious meals for patients with various medical conditions and dietary restrictions.
- Maintained strict levels of cleanliness for tables, floors, and prep areas.
- Added food items, beverages, and utensils to trays and immediately delivered to correct rooms.
- Ensured food safety compliance through proper storage, handling, and sanitation procedures, minimizing risk of contamination or illness.
- Arranged tray and or table settings with proper tableware, condiments, and tray card.
- Delivered nourishment and supplements to nurse station for distribution to specific residents.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Assisted in maintaining dry storage areas and handling unpacking, dating, and rotating of food and non-food supplies as directed.
- Followed safety and sanitation policies while handling food and beverages to uphold proper health standards.
- Cross-trained in other kitchen positions to support staff and meet customer needs and demands.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Fleming College
Peterborough, ON 2024.01 - 4 2025
Some College (No Degree) - Developmental Services Worker
Fanshawe College
London, ONSkills
- Emotional Regulation Support, Positive Reinforcement
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Multitasking
- Interpersonal Skills
- Written Communication
- Adaptability
- Autism Spectrum Support
- Behavioral support
References
Available Upon Request
Training
- First Aide/CPR Adult and Child
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (Advanced) - Pioneer Youth Services (2016)
- Diabetes Training - Kerry's Place (2011)
- Respiratory Protection Program - Headwater's Healthcare/Kerry's Place Dufferin (2008-2011)
- Introduction to Autism - Kerry's Place (2010)
- Mini PCP & Self-Assessment - Kerry's Place (2010)
- Work Violence & Accessibility Standards - Kerry's Place (2010)
- Pharmacology (Medication Administration) - Fanshawe College (2016)
Volunteer Experience
- Robyn's Catering, 2009-01-01, 2013-12-31, Created meals for large amounts of social groups and communities, Diligent in food preparation, sanitation, and safety caution to allergies, Utilized my creativity to display food in an appetizing and appealing manner, Responsible for handling money, representing the company with diligent customer service skills and selling services offered
- Private Home Care, 2011-01-01, 2011-12-31, Supported and cared for three disabled teens both at home and in the community, Administered medication, G-Tube water administration and medication, Prepared food and supported with feeding and sensory stimuli, Did household chores, hygiene, and sanitation
- Residential Cleaning, 2011-01-01, 2012-12-31, Household cleaning using environmentally friendly, natural products
- Canadian Cancer Society/Red Cross Heart and Stroke Foundation, 1994-01-01, 2014-12-31, Raised money in support of these organizations by collecting money door to door
Timeline
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Fleming College
2024.01 - 4 2025
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
The Millgrove Children's Centre
2022.10 - 2024.06
Licensed Home Daycare
Perth Care for Kids
2017.01 - 2020.01
Child and Youth Worker/Developmental Service Worker
Pioneer Youth Services
2012.01 - 2016.01
Developmental Support Worker
Elmira District Community Living
2011.01 - 2016.01
Developmental Services Worker/Autism Support Assistant
Kerry's Place
2009.01 - 2012.01
Dietary Aide, Cook, Cook's Helper, and Laundry
Headwaters Healthcare Centre
2008.01 - 2011.01
Some College (No Degree) - Developmental Services Worker
Fanshawe College
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