Compassionate Early Childhood Educator with passion for teaching and supporting young students in setting 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.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
Tiny Tots Creche And Preschool
11.2020 - 01.2023
Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
Supervised student teachers to provide objective feedback.
Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
Established positive relationships with students and families.
Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
Health Care Assistant
Eliza Lodge Nursing Home
05.2018 - 01.2020
Adhered to patient special diets and provided supplementary drinks under nursing staff supervision.
Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Lifeguard Swimming Instructor
Birr Leisure Centre
02.2016 - 05.2018
Inspected pools and pools areas for adherence to safety protocols.
Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
Explained and demonstrated swimming strokes, exhibiting proper technique and positioning in water.
Maintained order and cleanliness at swimming pool and surrounding areas to uphold hygiene standards.
Gave private lessons to special needs students and taught floating techniques and treading water.
Entered water immediately to pull struggling swimmers to safety.
Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
Administered CPR and first-aid following best practices.
Education
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Summerhill College
Roscommon
05.2022
Diploma - Nursing Assistance
Galway Technical Institute
Galway
05.2020
High School Diploma -
Banagher College
Offaly
05.2018
Skills
Safety Awareness
Lesson Planning
Creating a Safe Learning Environment
Fine Motor Skill Development
Positive Reinforcement Strategies
Arts and Crafts
Behavioral Modeling
Special Needs Education
Diverse Classroom Settings
Child's CPR Certified
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
Tiny Tots Creche And Preschool
11.2020 - 01.2023
Health Care Assistant
Eliza Lodge Nursing Home
05.2018 - 01.2020
Lifeguard Swimming Instructor
Birr Leisure Centre
02.2016 - 05.2018
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Summerhill College
Diploma - Nursing Assistance
Galway Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
Banagher College
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