I am a passionate Early Childhood Educator with over 20 years of experience teaching in the industry. I have extensive experience leading and teaching both Preschool and Jr. Kindergarten classrooms. I have a keen interest in child psychology and have shifted my focus to training and working in the field of Behavioral Therapy. I am currently working creating educational curriculum and materials for early learning programs. I am currently looking to supplement my income to continue working with preschool age children and/or school age children needing childcare at home. I have dedicated my career to promoting positive early learning experiences because I believe in the importance of providing a strong foundation for the development of the whole child. I believe in leading with compassion and hope to have the opportunity to do so in all aspects of my life and career.

* Nurturing, compassionate and therapeutic disposition. * Experience teaching within a variety of age groups (Preschool/School Age), cultural groups, structures and philosophies. * Experience teaching children requiring extra support (including children diagnosed on the spectrum), in both one-on-one and group support capacities. * Experience starting and developing several different early learning schools and programs. * Knowledge and expertise in Early Childhood curriculum development. * Passion for giving, learning and growing. Strong interests in nature, literature and music. * Ability to communicate effectively with various development organizations, clients and staff. * Ability to develop and maintain strong supportive networks that advocate for culturally significant early educational systems. This includes creating and supporting early learning programs which provide children the opportunity to explore a sense of self, identity, culture and community. * Ability to foster caring relationships that convey compassion, understanding, respect, and interest. I always seek to encourage positive community relationships that are grounded in listening to the voices of our children, families, and educators in order to establish mutual feelings of safety and basic trust. * Strongly believes in the development of mutually respectful relationships and environments which promote a sense of belonging and opportunities for meaningful involvement. * Foster prosocial behavior in children through the use of inclusive classroom practices, positive reinforcement and modeling. * Knows the importance of encouraging children in all aspects of growth in relation to their social, physical, cognitive, emotional, cultural and linguistic needs. In this position I would bring dedication; a passion for teaching and learning; strong observational/organizational skills; versatility and creativity.

I have a post secondary background in literature, education and early childhood education. I have training in behavior intervention, behavioral therapy including ABA with children on the spectrum.