ECE/Autism Interventionist

Objective

As a Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) and Special Needs Interventionist, I have a strong commitment to serving the educational and developmental needs of children, within the preschool, school-age and Special Needs populations.

I am presently focusing on acquiring part time time employment in assisting and enhancing children’s educational and personal development.

I have acquired solid credentials, experience and capabilities in organizational abilities, planning, time management and interpersonal skills.

(RECE, Autism Interventionist, CPI, BMS First Aid/CPR)

Summary of Related Skills

• Experienced in Early Education and Individual Applied Behaviour Analysis.

• Operated and executed all facets pertaining to Early education within a home childcare setting,

• Executed specific skill acquisition strategies using ABA Best Practices;including but not limited to Differentiation,ABELLS Skill Development,and IBI

• Contributed to student learning in small group and whole class setting

• Implemented functionally meaningful strategies for gaining social, intellectual and emotional skill sets;

• Observed and monitored individual acquisitions pertaining to developmental milestones;

• Performed Discrete Trial Training Sessions

• Performed Differential Instruction

• Supported Picture Exchange Communication acquisition (PECS)

• Supervised Mathematics and language based programs by means of Ontario Educational Curriculum;

• Implemented Individual developmental programs for all age groups;using ABELLS ,Jolly Phonics Writing without Tears

• Devised specific lessons and activities pertaining to pre-school and school-age educational needs;

• Performed duties pertaining to toileting children diagnosed with Intensive Special Needs;

• Supported children with intensive to mild intellectual and physical challenges;

• Adapted teaching styles and materials to meet the needs of children’s individual challenges;

• Instructed positive role modeling of healthy choices, Anti-bulling/co-operation and self-accountability;

• Utilized and demonstrated problem-solving skills to effectively resolve conflicts

• Aided in successful development of self-help skills;

• Applied strategies from Individual Functional Behaviour Plans;

• Collaborated with Special Education resource teachers;

• Maintained appropriate staff communication

• Supported appropriate Parental communication skills and educational activities;

• Built partnerships with families through the use of positive and appropriate parental involvement strategies;

• Organized and supervised field trips for preschool/school-age children;

• Formulated daily/monthly parental newsletters;

• Communicated with parents and guardians in an ongoing and supportive manner to ensure student success;

• Worked collaboratively with staff and parents for smooth school transitions and adjustments;

• Attended administrative meetings, trainings and parent/teacher conferences;

• Train and supervise and evaluate student ECEs from community colleges and work skills programs;

• Maintained appropriate health and safety guidelines;

Small Business Management

Performed Record Keeping/Attendance monitoring;

Handled Budget Planning and Implementation;

Purchased Educational Materials

EDUCATION/Credentials

Accredited with ECE Honours from George Brown College -1990

Autism and Behavioral Science Post Diploma (Honors)- 2011

Autism Interventionist- June 2009

Autism Certificate of Recognition-2009

Newfoundland/Labrador -Childcare Services Certification Level 1&2 –

First Aid/Child CPR

Professional Development

Behaviour Management Training

Special Needs Integration and inclusion training

Sensory Integration

Differentiating programing

Child Abuse prevention/assessment

First Aid and CPR up to Date

Non-Violent Crisis Prevention

Training of formal revising of DNA regulations and safety guidelines

Read and Write Gold Smart Board

Familiar with Computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Office, and Power Point

ECE in the Kindergarten Full Day Program

Professional Experience

Toronto District School Board, Toronto -June 2011

(Current position) Casual/Temp Employee #174301

EA, Regular

EA, Programming Needs

EA, Moderate to Severe

EA, Intensive Support

Special Needs Assistant

Behavioral Consultation & Therapy Services- Whitby

Jr IT Interventionist (August 2011)

Metro Toronto Children Services-Licence Home childcare, Toronto

ECE Home Childcare Provider (December-1999- June 2011)

Cliffcrest Daycare, Toronto, Ontario

Lead ECE, (August 1990 - December 1999)

Temporary Assistant Supervisor, (January 1998)

Volunteer Work

Peter Secor Public School, Parent Council, Parent Helper, Toronto-(1999-present)

ARC Committee-Joseph Brant Public School-Toronto-(2009)

Acting Manager - Toronto Diamonds Volleyball-16U Girls –Toronto (2011/12)

Professional Portfolio Available Upon Request

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