Yan Wu
Calgary,AB
Summary
Child Minding professional with a strong focus on safety and collaboration, skilled in leading engaging activities that support early learning. Experienced in building trusting relationships with children and parents, fostering a nurturing environment. Certified yoga instructor with over 10 years of personal practice and 200 hours of training from Alberta Yoga College. Seeking opportunities to leverage teaching skills and yoga expertise in a dynamic instructional role.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Child Minding and Preschool staff
YMCA Calgary
Calgary, Alberta
01.2022 - Current
- Follow safety procedures and maintain clean, hazard-free areas.
- Manage sign-in/sign- out and ensure the safety of the children
- lead or assist with age-appropriate activities such as crafts, sensory play, songs and games
- Support early learning concepts- colors, shapes, numbers and letters, through play- based activities
- Model kind, respectful behavior
- Build warm, trusting relationships with children and trust from the parents
Small business owner
Coffee shop
Calgary, Alberta
02.2004 - 11.2008
- Managed daily operations of a busy coffee shop environment.
- Trained and supervised staff in customer service techniques.
- Oversaw inventory management and ordering processes for supplies.
Education
Yoga Instructor Certificate - 200 Hours Yoga Teacher Training
Alberta Yoga College
Calgary, , AB 09.2025 - 12.2025
Computer Programming Certificate - Computer Programming
SAIT
Calgary, AB 09.1998 - 06.2000
Bachelor of Arts - High School Teaching
Capital University
Beijing, China 09.1990 - 06.1994
Skills
- Collaboration
- Calm and Patient
- Quick learner
- Interpersonal communication
- Problem solving skills
- Time management
Languages
English
Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Full Professional
Timeline
Yoga Instructor Certificate - 200 Hours Yoga Teacher Training
Alberta Yoga College
09.2025 - 12.2025
Child Minding and Preschool staff
YMCA Calgary
01.2022 - Current
Small business owner
Coffee shop
02.2004 - 11.2008
Computer Programming Certificate - Computer Programming
SAIT
09.1998 - 06.2000
Bachelor of Arts - High School Teaching
Capital University
09.1990 - 06.1994