Harshika shah
Early Childhood Educator
Mumbai
Summary
Passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Educator with 2 of experience in nurturing and educating infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. Skilled in developing age-appropriate lesson plans, fostering social-emotional growth, and creating engaging, inclusive learning environments. Committed to supporting each child's unique developmental journey and building strong relationships with families. Certified in CPR/First Aid and continuously engaged in professional development to enhance educational practices.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
Small World Big Dreams
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans that promote early literacy, numeracy, and social skills in children aged 3-5.
- Created a warm, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment that supports the diverse needs of young children.
- Fostered creativity and exploration through hands-on activities, including art projects, sensory play, and outdoor learning.
- Guided children in developing essential motor skills through activities that encourage physical coordination and fine motor development.
- Monitored and documented each child’s developmental milestones, sharing progress with parents during regular conferences.
- Integrated play-based learning to make education engaging and enjoyable, aligning with early childhood development principles.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan and execute special events, including holiday programs and parent-child workshops.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate readiness for kindergarten, providing tailored support to prepare children for the transition.
Early Childhood Educator
Clairlia Child Care
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Designed and implemented lesson plans fostering academic growth in literacy, math, and science for children aged 6-10.
- Guided social and emotional development through activities promoting teamwork, empathy, and self-regulation.
- Applied positive discipline techniques to maintain a respectful and orderly classroom environment.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their child’s progress, addressing challenges collaboratively.
- Collaborated with fellow educators, counselors, and specialists on individualized education plans (IEPs).
- Organized and led extracurricular activities, including art clubs, science projects, and sports teams.
Early Childhood Educator
Kennedy Kiddy Care
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Provided nurturing care to infants and toddlers, ensuring their safety, health, and emotional well-being.
- Designed and implemented age-appropriate learning activities that stimulate cognitive, physical, and emotional development.
- Monitored developmental milestones and maintained detailed records of each child’s progress.
- Communicated regularly with parents to discuss their child’s growth and address any concerns.
- Collaborated with a team of educators to develop and execute a comprehensive early learning curriculum.
Education
Early Childhood Education
Seneca College of Applied Arts
Toronto, Canada04.2024
High School Diploma -
Mithibai College
Mumbai, India 05.2001 -
Skills
Classroom Management
Classroom Organization
Developmental needs
Maintaining safety
Behavioral modeling
Individualized support
Curriculum Planning
Circle Time Management
Arts and crafts
Sensory Activities
Leading activities
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
Small World Big Dreams
01.2024 - 04.2024
Early Childhood Educator
Clairlia Child Care
09.2023 - 12.2023
Early Childhood Educator
Kennedy Kiddy Care
01.2023 - 04.2023
High School Diploma -
Mithibai College
05.2001 -
Early Childhood Education
Seneca College of Applied Arts
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