Nanny in Barrie, Ontario

I am a current George Brown College student with exceptional knowledge of pedagogy, typical and atypical childhood development. I have experience providing appropriate care and education to children across all ages and developmental levels. My practice reflects the fundamentals of equity, diversity, and inclusion in my planned curriculum experiences. I have the interpersonal and communicative skills necessary for building positive family partnerships. I have mastered numerous communication techniques that provide opportunities for partnership development and collaboration with families. My knowledge of community resources available to parents and families supports cultural knowledge and diversity. My personal and cultural construct of knowledge is built on professional development, theory, communication, and travelling abroad. I include culturally relevant materials in my planning that contributes to diversity in the learning environment. I recently returned from an international placement in Jamaica which has significantly broadened my cultural lens in multiple areas of diversity and cultural sensitivity which will contribute to my future practice. My previous education has provided me with exceptional knowledge of child and adult psychology. I earned a bachelor degree in Arts and Science (BASc) as a psychology major. I have graduated all levels of education with honours to date. My enrollment in George Brown as a post-graduate program reflects my commitment to lifelong learning. My anticipated graduation date is June 2014. I would be delighted to discuss my further qualifications and personal attributes in a formalized interview setting. Sincerely, Meg Baker (BASc) - Provided a safe, healthy, and supportive learning environment for two boys, infant and toddler-aged. Developed intellectual, physical, creative, and emotional growth through a caring and nurturing relationship. Prepared nutritious meals rich in vitamins, minerals, protein, and calories for optimal physical and cognitive growth. Promoted self-care routines and socialization in a critical developmental period. - Designed developmentally appropriate activities for three year old children based on emergent curriculum in an international placement. Practiced modelling of best practices and play-based curriculum in a rote learning environment. Incorporated indigenous and recycled materials into planned activities for future replication. - Designed developmentally appropriate curriculum for toddlers in a regulated, not for profit childcare centre. Practiced ability to observe, plan, implement, and evaluate program curriculum. Activities and planned experiences reflected diversity, equity, and inclusion based on emergent curriculum and interest. Bridged home and childcare centre learning through collaboration with families. Familiar with policies and legislation related to the early childhood field and centre. - Prepared planned curriculum activities and experiences for school-aged children to support cognitive, social, emotional, language, and physical growth. Planned numerical curriculum and activities based on a collaboration of observed skills and interests. Practiced professionalism and teamwork in a classroom setting through regular communication with supporting staff and superiors.