My role is responsible for developing the skills in students including Math, Literacy, Phonics, Science, Social and Emotional, Social Studies

Assisted Supervisor in the day-to-day operations of the center related to compliance to meet Ministry of Education, Health Department, and Municipality of Durham regulations and requirements. Ensured management practices that reflected the philosophy of the organization by providing open communication with educators, parents/guardians, and addressing day to day issues and concerns.Endorsed quality childhood education and care through a safe and supportive work/play… Show more Assisted Supervisor in the day-to-day operations of the center related to compliance to meet Ministry of Education, Health Department, and Municipality of Durham regulations and requirements. Ensured management practices that reflected the philosophy of the organization by providing open communication with educators, parents/guardians, and addressing day to day issues and concerns.Endorsed quality childhood education and care through a safe and supportive work/play environment.Promoted positive relations with families and partners, through open communication and regular meetings.Monitored programs using approved tools, methods and checklists created to ensure timely submissions and updates are being met.Led orientation sessions for staff/volunteers/placement students on boarding by reviewing policies, procedures and another requirement.Adhered to all health and safety policies and procedures through ongoing monitoring of educators and their practices in their rooms.Modeled professionalism to others. Show less

Facilitated daily experiences for children that promoted each child’s physical, emotional, cognitive, social and creative development, using applicable observational tools.Facilitated daily experiences that respect inclusion, diversity, and that met the developmental needs of the children.Built and maintained meaningful trusting bonds with children and their families.Evaluated and documented children’s progress within the domains of child development through milestone… Show more Facilitated daily experiences for children that promoted each child’s physical, emotional, cognitive, social and creative development, using applicable observational tools.Facilitated daily experiences that respect inclusion, diversity, and that met the developmental needs of the children.Built and maintained meaningful trusting bonds with children and their families.Evaluated and documented children’s progress within the domains of child development through milestone achievement/development chart Facilitated appropriate language, conflict resolution, problem-solving, coping skills and empathy.Promoted healthy eating and followed health and safety precautions and safe food handling practicesDeveloped charting system to help educators implement job related tasks. Show less

Researched and developed licensing requirements for Licensing Home Child Care for the Ministry of Education.Established Policies, Procedures, and regulations for Licensed Home Child Care’s agency.Collaborated with external agencies and community partners to review funding model.Determined and create a financial model for Licensed Home Child Care.Created a Networking Committee for the Durham Region for Licensed Home Child Care.Developing a risk management summary and plan to… Show more Researched and developed licensing requirements for Licensing Home Child Care for the Ministry of Education.Established Policies, Procedures, and regulations for Licensed Home Child Care’s agency.Collaborated with external agencies and community partners to review funding model.Determined and create a financial model for Licensed Home Child Care.Created a Networking Committee for the Durham Region for Licensed Home Child Care.Developing a risk management summary and plan to determine how risks can be mitigated.Developing an expansion plan for existing staff in the organization to utilize as home visitors and for management purposes.Developed in collaboration with colleagues and presented method of interviewing for Supervisors of the centers.Developed and presented about licensed home child care to the Board of Directors for the organization Developing a communication plan that addresses both internal and external stakeholders.Developing a list of approved and qualified providers in unlicensed sector to join Schoolhouse Playcare Centers of Durham.Reviewed licensing checklist, and identify new/different requirements for “best practices” for quality assuranceImplementing operations process for new providers to open homes under Schoolhouse Playcare Centers of Durham Home child Care license.Researching, creating policies and procedures, and implementing proposal for the new project at Schoolhouse Playcare Centers of Durham to be a Licensed Home Child Care Agency. Show less

Collaborated with a team of professionals within the schools.Supervised, supported, assessed age-appropriate programming for groups of children.Planned, designed, and implemented a full day early learning programs for Kindergarten and extended day programs within a classroom setting.Listened assertively, communicated, and provided feedback to families regarding their children.

Masters of Education degree in Curriculum Studies and Teaching with a specialization in Comparative, International, and Development Education.Developed research skills and data analysis in topics related to education, curriculum, and teacher development.Established network connection with various colleagues and professors and gained ample experience on understanding and developing research work. Peer Reviewed abstracts for candidates who presented research work for the Graduate… Show more Masters of Education degree in Curriculum Studies and Teaching with a specialization in Comparative, International, and Development Education.Developed research skills and data analysis in topics related to education, curriculum, and teacher development.Established network connection with various colleagues and professors and gained ample experience on understanding and developing research work. Peer Reviewed abstracts for candidates who presented research work for the Graduate Student Research Conference (GSRC) at OISE.Presented a Literature Review paper at the Graduate Student Research Conference at OISE topic on culturally responsive curriculum. Show less

Designed, implemented and organized lesson plans to meet the children’s interests and needs.Engaged with the children during activities and initiated opportunities for growth and development. Fostered parents trust and engagement through interactive communication.Understood children’s needs through on going communication and relating to the children and their level of understanding concepts.Developed strategies for conflict resolution among the children to develop problem… Show more Designed, implemented and organized lesson plans to meet the children’s interests and needs.Engaged with the children during activities and initiated opportunities for growth and development. Fostered parents trust and engagement through interactive communication.Understood children’s needs through on going communication and relating to the children and their level of understanding concepts.Developed strategies for conflict resolution among the children to develop problem solving skills. Show less

Designed units of inquiry in a Primary Years Program (PYP) setting and nurtured development through story time, singing, and creative play to build social and language skills of the child(ren).Collaborated with Kindergarten team to establish PYP related content within the curriculum that is age appropriate for the children.Incorporated activities related to Math, Languages, Sciences, Art, Drama, Social, Emotional and Physical development to build children’s inquiry-based learning… Show more Designed units of inquiry in a Primary Years Program (PYP) setting and nurtured development through story time, singing, and creative play to build social and language skills of the child(ren).Collaborated with Kindergarten team to establish PYP related content within the curriculum that is age appropriate for the children.Incorporated activities related to Math, Languages, Sciences, Art, Drama, Social, Emotional and Physical development to build children’s inquiry-based learning curriculum.Guided and assisted children in developing proper self-skills like eating, dressing and washroom habitsPlanned and directed field trips as part of integrated learning experiences for the children.Integrated technological aids (i.e. audio-visual aids and Smart Board) to facilitate children’s learning experiences.Designed and conducted admission pretesting for Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten studentsDesigned, planned, and recorded assessment methods for daily, mid year and end of the year evaluations.Facilitated, organized, coordinated dance routines for children ages 5-10 for International Day.Arranged and facilitated parent workshops related to Primary Years Program and Inquiry base curriculum.Updated and maintained health records and developmental files for each student.Fostered parent involvement and maintained regular contact with parents about their child during regular parent-teacher conferences, scheduled meetings, newsletters, emails, communication folder, classroom activities, events, and field trips.Substituted higher elementary classes in Art, Math, English and Music from grades Kindergarten 2 (KG2).Mentored, assessed, and supervised a student teacher for 6 months in Kindergarten 1 (KG1) class. Show less