Sinead Finn Grace
Swords
Summary
Compassionate Childcare Educator known for efficiently managing tasks and fostering a positive learning environment. Skilled in early childhood education techniques, behavior management strategies, and developmental milestone tracking. Excel in communication, empathy, and patience, ensuring responsive care and educational support to meet diverse needs of children. Balances creativity with structure in classroom activities to promote holistic development.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Room Leader
Helping Hands Preschool Frances Gerard.
Swords, Ireland
01.2017 - Current
- Organized and implemented age appropriate activities to stimulate physical, emotional, social, intellectual development of the children.
- Supported parents by providing information about their child's growth, nutrition requirements.
- Facilitated group discussions among the kids regarding various topics such as sharing experiences.
- Supervised playground activities ensuring adherence to safety rules and regulations are followed at all times.
- Encouraged independence among the kids by allowing them to make decisions on their own within limits set by adults.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to motivate and encourage children's learning.
- Monitored individual children during play times and ensured that everyone was included in activities.
- Observed child behavior to assess their needs and plan activities accordingly.
- Developed lesson plans that were stimulating and engaging for the children.
- Maintained a safe environment for all children under care by adhering to safety regulations.
- Provided educational and developmental activities for children aged 2-5 years old in accordance with curriculum standards.
- Established good relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication via phone or emails.
- Attended workshops and training sessions related to childcare education and best practices.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress of each child's development and plan future goals for them.
- Resolved behavior issues and conflicts among participants, facilitating productive conversations and developing atmosphere of mutual respect.
- Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Approached parents and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Identified needs of children promptly and efficiently.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Studies
Portobello Institute
Dublin, Ireland 01-2024
Skills
- Positive and cheerful
- Social Development Activities
- Excellent communication skills
- Interpersonal and written communication
- First Aid
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Collaboration
- Organization
- Classroom Management
- Student needs assessment
- Child Safety Procedures
- Creative lesson planning
- Special Needs Support
- Curriculum Planning
- Patience and Empathy
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Behavior Modeling
Accomplishments
I have many diplomas and cpd certificates as I find continuous learning paramount in the childcare sector.
Certification
I have certificates in Therapeutic Play Skills Level 6. I have certificates in Speech and Language and Communication needs, also Sensory Processing, OT and Interpreting a Report. Certofocates also in Individual Pupil Planning, PECS -Picture Exchange Communication System, Lamh, Irish Sign Language and Autism Masterclass. Diploma in Special Educational Needs and Disability, Advanced Autism Awareness, Play therapy, Sand tray Therapy, Pathological Demand Avoidance and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Other diplomas are available on request.
Websites
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Room Leader
Helping Hands Preschool Frances Gerard.
01.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Studies
Portobello Institute
I have certificates in Therapeutic Play Skills Level 6. I have certificates in Speech and Language and Communication needs, also Sensory Processing, OT and Interpreting a Report. Certofocates also in Individual Pupil Planning, PECS -Picture Exchange Communication System, Lamh, Irish Sign Language and Autism Masterclass. Diploma in Special Educational Needs and Disability, Advanced Autism Awareness, Play therapy, Sand tray Therapy, Pathological Demand Avoidance and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Other diplomas are available on request.
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