Early Childhood Educator in Calgary, Alberta

Professional Summary: Passionate and motivated individual with high interest in working with children. Able to learn new tasks quickly and handles responsibilities with patience, efficiency, and enthusiasm. Has experience working with children from ages zero to eighteen. Skills: -Strong Work Ethic -Leadership -Instructing -Adaptability -Organizational Skills -Time Management -Works well in a Team Setting -Bilingual (English & French) Practicum: New Heights School & Learning Services Calgary, AB Jan- April 2017 -Teach socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement. -Develop and implement strategies to meet the needs of all students -Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities. -Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress. -Teach personal development skills such as goal setting -Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health. -Instruct students in daily living skills required for independent maintenance and self-sufficiency, such as hygiene and safety. Employment: Camp Counsellor June 2016- Aug 2016, Sep 2015- Nov 2015 • Maintain a safe play environment. • Create developmentally appropriate lesson plans. • Support children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts. • Read to children and teach them simple painting, drawing, handicrafts, and songs. • Lead children in various outdoor activities, e.g. canoeing, rock climbing, archery, etc.  • Organize and store toys and materials to ensure order in activity areas. • Assist in preparing food and serving meals and refreshments to children. Program Coordinator at Camp Kuriakos May- Present 2017 -Be able to adapt quickly to sudden changes in the plan -Ensure smooth transitions between activities -Support the other staff members as they plan and run activities -Conflict management between staff and/or campers -Create and implement a schedule adapted to the age group and their abilities -Coordinate plans with other camps and other staff through clear and concise communication -Create lesson plans for staff members to use while teaching skills and games -Facilitate conversation and games with campers in down time Education: Certificate in Disabilities Studies Apr 2017 Bow Valley College- Calgary, AB