Zena Bowman
Chesterville,ON
Summary
Compassionate Early Childhood Educator with passion for teaching and supporting young children in setting foundation for life-long success. Proven to quickly develop long term connection with children and guardians through friendly approach, patient demeanor and excellent communication skills. Organized with exceptional work ethic and dedication to completing projects. Skilled in both independently motivated and collaborative team settings.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Ministry Approved Early Childhood Educator
Happy Face Nursery School
02.2023 - Current
- Enhanced children learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples in programming plans.
- Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games and activities.
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities
- Strengthened parent-teacher relationships through consistent communication, increasing parental involvement in the educational process.
- Established a safe, secure, and inclusive classroom setting where all children felt welcomed and valued.
- Developed strong relationships with families, maintaining open communication channels for optimal support of each child''s growth and wellbeing.
- Communicated with children's guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
Server
Mary's Resturant
04.2021 - 07.2023
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Maximized table turnover rate by efficiently managing reservations and seating arrangements.
- Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in satisfied customers.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
Childcare Provider
Justine White
06.2021 - 04.2022
- Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing activities and promoting positive interactions.
- Improved language development through engaging storytelling sessions and age-appropriate book readings.
- Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs and providing a nurturing environment for growth.
- Fostered creativity with various arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and self expression.
- Responsible for the mental, physical and emotional wellbeing and needs of the children in my care.
- Ensured child safety through vigilant supervision, maintaining proper ratios during indoor and outdoor activities.
- Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
Education
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON01.2026
High School Diploma -
North Dundas District High School
Chesterville, ON07.2022
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Developmental needs
- Behavioral modeling
- Lesson Planning
- Maintaining safety
- Safety awareness
- CPR and First Aid Course
- Directors Approval Early Childhood Educator
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Safe Food Handling
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Timeline
Ministry Approved Early Childhood Educator
Happy Face Nursery School
02.2023 - Current
Childcare Provider
Justine White
06.2021 - 04.2022
Server
Mary's Resturant
04.2021 - 07.2023
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Algonquin College
High School Diploma -
North Dundas District High School
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