Maria Cevallos
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Summary
Caring Early Childhood Educator skilled in fostering emotional, social, and educational development in young children. Proven experience in creating nurturing learning environments through developmentally appropriate activities that enhance physical and emotional well-being. Committed to promoting holistic health alongside academic progress.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
Exploration Kids
Quito
08.2024 - Current
- Use a variety of methods to teach children, such as stories, music, art, and play
- Help children develop intellectually, physically, and emotionally
- Help children develop social skills and a sense of belonging
- Ensure that children are safe and protected, and that the equipment and materials they use are safe
- Communicate with parents to keep them updated on their child's routine, behavior, and learning
- Observe children to assess their development, interests, and readiness for school
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay up to date on best practices and child safety standards
- Adapt their teaching strategies to support the diverse learning needs of their students
English and Spanish tutor
01.2018 - Current
- Worked with cross-functional teams to plan and develop linguistics competencies among vulnerable students in need of academic improvement
- Experience in tutoring international elementary and high school students in coordination with school team members and parents
- Lead group of students to develop Spanish and English grammar, spelling, vocabulary, writing and other linguistics skills
- Created personalized and fun lesson plans to help students enjoy the learning process
- Helped students raise grades with comprehensive support for conversational, reading comprehension and oral expression skills
Registered Early Childhood Educator
Simplysmart Montessori
Toronto
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Plans and implements developmentally appropriate enriched programs in accordance with curriculum objectives, which includes activities and experiences for children
- Able to implement the four foundations of 'How Does Learning Happen' through observations, reflections, documentations, and curriculum planning
- Act as the lead staff when working with early childhood assistants and supply staff
- Direct supply staff, volunteers and placement students
- Responsible for the constant supervision, safety, and well-being in the classroom
- Take a leadership role in the classroom and always provide excellent supervision and interaction with children
- Provide a physically safe and emotionally supportive environment showing sensitivity to the individual needs of children in all aspects of development
- Engage each child individually each day, and make every effort to greet every parent/guardian/caregiver
- Maintain positive relationships with colleagues, children and families, school personnel, Board of Directors, government and community members
- Utilized assessment tools and observational techniques to evaluate and enhance children's developmental milestones.
- Monitored the development of children's physical, cognitive, language, emotional and social skills.
Early Childhood Assistant
Kids & Company
Toronto
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Lead children in activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs, and providing opportunities for creative expression
- Meet emotional, social, physical, and cognitive needs for each child in the classroom
- Promote healthy and independent practices
- Ensure special dietary requirements are met
- Maintain open, positive, friendly, and cooperative relationships with each child's family
- Promote open communication and work cooperatively and effectively as a team member and communicate and contribute information on a continuous basis
Co-op Opportunity
Lullaboo Nursery and Child Care Center
Vaughan
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Worked with young children from 3 to 5 years
- Guide them throughout the day to complete the routine and activities of the day
Camp instructor - Co-op opportunity
SNAPOLOGY
Toronto
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and safety
- Managed relationships with team members to create successful camper activities that addressed behavioural issues and promoted fun, safety, and inclusivity
- Monitored safety protocols especially regarding nutritional restrictions and risk management plans
- Lead groups to provide them with clear instructions to guarantee a safe environment for all participants and staff members
Co-op Opportunity
BrightPath Rutherford Early Learning and Child Care Center
Vaughan
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Worked with young children from 2.5 to 5 years
- Guide them throughout the day to complete the routine and activities of the day
- Implemented different activities following the Frog Street Curriculum
- Tracked their development
Co-op Opportunity
Trelawny Early Learning and Child Care Center - PLASP
Mississauga
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Worked with young children from 2 to 5 years
- Helped them complete daily activities, implemented indoor and outdoor activities, participated in community activities at the school, tracked their development and worked as the leader of the group
Education
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Sheridan College
Ontario, Canada12-2022
Skills
- Problem solver
- Teamwork
- Prioritization of tasks
- Adaptability
- Organizational skills
- Leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Parent-teacher communication
- Clear communication
- Behavioral modeling
- Safety and supervision
- Classroom management
Certification
- CPR and First Aid Level C
- TOEFL
- Cambridge English Assessment
- CELPIP
Languages
Spanish
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
Exploration Kids
08.2024 - Current
Registered Early Childhood Educator
Simplysmart Montessori
08.2023 - 11.2023
Early Childhood Assistant
Kids & Company
01.2023 - 08.2023
Co-op Opportunity
Lullaboo Nursery and Child Care Center
09.2022 - 12.2022
Camp instructor - Co-op opportunity
SNAPOLOGY
06.2022 - 09.2022
Co-op Opportunity
BrightPath Rutherford Early Learning and Child Care Center
05.2022 - 08.2022
Co-op Opportunity
Trelawny Early Learning and Child Care Center - PLASP
01.2020 - 04.2020
English and Spanish tutor
01.2018 - Current
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Sheridan College
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