Zephyira Holdal
Summary
Compassionate Early Childhood/Infant Toddler Educator with 10+ years of teaching experience in supporting young children in setting a foundation for life-long success. Proven to quickly develop rapport with children 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 with experience in a wide range of childcare settings, including Montessori, Indigenous and Young Parent programs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
WeeCare Early Childhood Centre
09.2020 - 06.2024
- Communicated with parents/guardians daily and provided developmental information
- Planned/implemented curriculum
- Kept open lines of communication with school administration/staff regarding children’s behavior and development
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families and children.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- 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 in age appropriate ways
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Guided children in developing interpersonal skills and basic emotional communication.
- Supervised groups of up to 24 students in teams of 2 educators
- Prepared and served snack
Montessori Teacher
St. Christopher’s Montessori School
09.2017 - 06.2019
- Prepared classroom and materials according to Montessori pedagogy and needs of children.
- Observed and recorded daily children’s achievements and progress
- Developed and implemented individualized learning plans, group lesson plans and classroom activities consistent with Montessori principles
- Contributed positively to school community and fully supported school mission and goals
- Greeted parents and children at arrival and departure times to make families feel welcomed into the environment
- Monitored and tracked children's progress on daily, weekly and monthly basis
- Guided 8 individual children and their learning journey during each school year
- Taught lessons with individuals and groups of students including preparing and leading circle time
- Supported "Roots of Empathy" program during circle time
Early Childhood Educator
Kidcare Daycare
12.2015 - 07.2017
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive and safe classroom environments.
- Communicated daily with parents/guardians on child’s progress and development
- Led 3 person team to coordinate consistent care, schedule and expectations over 2 daily shifts
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance
- Prepared weekly art/circle/music activities
- Provided parents with information on all daycare programs
- Participated in expanded physical education program involving off-site trips to local forest trails and nature areas
Infant/Toddler Educator
Kidcare Daycare
08.2014 - 12.2015
- Prepared curriculum appropriate for children 6 months to 3 years old, including dance, music, art and unstructured play and learning activities
- Prepared and served healthy snacks and full-meals to infants and toddlers
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide an optimal learning environment for children
- Recorded daily observations and progress reports
- Taught and maintained hygiene routines
- Engaged in “Roots of Empathy” curriculum
- Assumed leadership roles in classroom and summer activities
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures
Afterschool Care Worker
Huckle Buckle Afterschool Care
06.2012 - 06.2014
- Recorded observations and communicated with co-worker and school administration
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills
- Cared for children ages 5 to 10 in nurturing and age-appropriate ways
- Coordinated summer field trips off school grounds and weekly trips to the local pool
- Consulted with families to discuss activities and behaviors of each child
Education
Infant & Toddler/Early Childhood Educator -
Northern Lights College
MACTE Montessori Teacher Certification -
Center For Guided Montessori Studies
Business Administration Certificate -
North Island College
Pediatric First Aid -
Canadian Red Cross
Foodsafe Level 1 -
Vancouver Island Health Authority
Skills
- Classroom Observation
- Safety Awareness
- Support Networks
- Developing Schedules
- Managing supplies
- Curriculum design
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
WeeCare Early Childhood Centre
09.2020 - 06.2024
Montessori Teacher
St. Christopher’s Montessori School
09.2017 - 06.2019
Early Childhood Educator
Kidcare Daycare
12.2015 - 07.2017
Infant/Toddler Educator
Kidcare Daycare
08.2014 - 12.2015
Afterschool Care Worker
Huckle Buckle Afterschool Care
06.2012 - 06.2014
Infant & Toddler/Early Childhood Educator -
Northern Lights College
MACTE Montessori Teacher Certification -
Center For Guided Montessori Studies
Business Administration Certificate -
North Island College
Pediatric First Aid -
Canadian Red Cross
Foodsafe Level 1 -
Vancouver Island Health Authority
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