Early Childhood Educator in London, Ontario

LORI DECAIRE 663 Sprucewood Drive, London, Ontario, N5X 4L5 Phone: 51... Email: [email protected] OBJECTIVE Secure a summer position as an Early Childhood Educator in London, Ontario DEMONSTRATED SKILLS AND STRENGTHS • Working knowledge of FDELK Program Document and ELECT Document. • Field experience supporting routines and inquiry based practices within the Full Day Learning Program. • Proven ability to handle challenging behaviour consistently and in a positive manner. • Effective communication skills with children, colleagues and Parents/Guardians from a variety of backgrounds. • Extensive experience working within a diverse team to accomplish required goals and meet deadlines. • Genuine commitment to create and maintain a positive environment for colleagues, children and their families. • Acute understanding of the importance of confidentiality of all information related to the institution, children, families and staff. EDUCATION AND TRAINING Early Childhood Educator – Thames Valley District School Board Oct. 2014 - present Chippewa P.S. – Parkview P.S. – Stoneybook P.S. (start date Sept. 2016) • Proven ability to work effectively with an Ontario Certified Teacher to support learning of the Full Day Kindergarten curriculum by preparing resources, learning centres and inquiry bases activities. • Ability to build supportive relationships with children and their families. • Trained in the identification of the milestones of development in children. • Daily written and face-to-face communication with staff, children and families. • Assist with assessments and trouble shoot learning and/or social emotional issues. • Provide effective supervision of upwards of 30 children at a time. Early Childhood Education Program Sept 2012-April 24, 2014 Fanshawe College – London, Ontario • Developed the skills necessary to create and guide children through customized developmentally appropriate activities based on the interests of the children. • Ability to build supportive relationships with children and their families. • Trained in the identification of the milestones of development in children. • Gained an understanding of the current legislation, government policy and professional standards relating to the guidance and care of children. • Develop large group and small group activities. Field Placements: January/February 2014 • Saint Kateri Catholic Elementary School, London, ON – ELK Program o Plan and deliver large and small group lessons which directly relate to the Ontario Curriculum (Science, Language, Phys. Ed.) o Assist the Educators with the day to day routines of the Program including timely correspondence to Parents/Guardians, the “Snuggle Up and Read” program, yard duty etc. o Consistently engage in positive interactions with children, families and Educators to help support a healthy, pro-social and inclusive learning environment within the classroom. September/October 2013 • North London Children’s Centre, London, ON – Toddler Program o Assisted in daily routines including toileting, meals and snacks, naptime and free play activities. o Created and presented both planned and spontaneous play experiences for the children based on their interests and in accordance with toddler development. o Engaged in positive interactions with Parents/Guardians on a daily basis. Provided reports and updates on their child’s experiences throughout the day. January/February 2013 • Jack Chambers Public School, London, ON– Kindergarten Program o Interacted effectively with approximately 44 JK/SK students in the Kindergarten Program (full day, every other day Kindergarten Program) o Assisted in student numeracy and literacy evaluations. o Created and delivered age appropriate learning experiences based on the interests of the children. Additional: • Valid CPR Level C and First Aid Certificates • Second Step Certificate -- Kids Have Stress Too! Certificate • ECERS Certificate -- ITERS Certificate • Power to Play Workshop RELATED EXPERIENCE Administrator, Swan Studio Dance, London, Ontario 2008-201... (part time) • Responsible for light administrative duties including: registration, class schedules, written communication to Parents/Guardians, recital preparation, exam registration and banking. • Effective and diplomatic liaison between teachers and studio families. • Developed practical policies and procedures relating to the day-to-day function of the studio as well as performance protocols. • Worked together with staff to organize year end recitals and various other sanctioned performances i.e. Art Harvest, performances for Thames Valley District School Board etc. • Responsible for the safety and well-being of students ages 3-17 backstage during all performances.