Early Childhood Educator in Calgary, Alberta

Profile For 18 years I have been a Childcare professional dedicated to making a positive and lasting impact on the lives of the children in my care. I am patient, conscientious, empathetic and skilled in my practices. I am looking for the opportunity to join a team where I can remain committed to providing the support and resources required for each individual child’s success. Skills -Genuine passion for working with children of all ages. - Able to program and plan to cater to the individual requirements of children. -Working knowledge of supporting the physical and emotional needs of children -Ability to work calmly in stressful or emergency situations. -Knowledge of, and ability to teach proper hygiene and sanitation procedures -Able to build interpersonal relationships and provide excellent communication with both parents and co-workers -Expert in the developmental phases of preschool and school aged children. -Experienced in record keeping regarding child’s interests, progress, routines and hours. Experience Behavioural Aide, Private Contract July 2016-Present Member of a team including Occupational, Speech and Physio Therapists responsible for developing, implementing and documenting a specialized program for a non-verbal teenager on the autistic spectrum. Duties include leading child in a variety of activities aimed to develop physical, verbal and social skills. Other responsibilities include leading child in daily personnel care and community outings. Lunch Room Supervisor, Calgary Board of Education, Calgary Alberta April 2016 –Present Responsible for up to 40 children I maintain a peaceful, calm eating environment and the safety of the children in their outdoor play. I provide mediation, supervision and practical support with regards to children’s lunchtime activities. Dir Alison Armstrong 8535 48 st N.W Calgary, Alberta T 403-389-... [email protected], Alison’s Dayhome, Calgary, Alberta -July 2002-October 2015 As sole provider of care, nutrition and program planning for up to 6 children, I engaged children of different ages and developmental stages in a daily program of fun and learning. I’ve worked with and supported both parents and therapists to tailor individual programming to special needs children. My practice was evaluated and was instrumental in receiving my agency’s government accreditation. Nanny, The Ashton Family; Calgary, Alberta -March 2001 – Sept 2002 As childcare provider to the family’s two children. My duties included planning and scheduling daily outdoor and indoor activities and excursions. Light housekeeping as well as meal preparation. Toddler Room Assistant; Silver Springs Daycare, Calgary, Alberta – December 1999-March 2000 As a member of a team responsible for caring for 13 month to 3 year old children, my tasks included every aspect of daily toddler care with a focus on teaching and modelling positive social skills. Education/Certificates Bow Valley College – Childcare level 1 Child and Infant first Aid C.P.R certified Current police clearance Class 5 driver’s licence with a clean abstract References Excellent references available upon request