My name is Britta and I am in search of a part time child care position. I have been in the childcare field for 25 plus years in a variety of capacities. I have worked as a Daycare Teacher in Daycare Centres, I provided childcare from my home, I worked for the Canadian Mental Health Association, where I was facilitating social skills groups in schools to grade 1/2 classrooms as well as facilitating a program called "Friends ". I interviewed, hired and trained volunteers to work with children who were experiencing extra social/emotional needs. In my last daycare position, my role was to provide one on one support to a child who had a variety of extra needs ( behavioral as well as social/emotional). My last place of employment consisted of facilitating Parent/child groups ( this entailed the preparing of the room for physical activities, crafts, sensory activities and I would also initiate a " circle time". Unfortunately, my contract ended and not renewed due to Covid. Children and working with children has always been my passion. Not only can children learn from adults but every day, they can teach us something. They bring something new and beautiful to each moment, no matter how they are feeling. I find myself to be an excellent problem solver with children. One of the most important beliefs I have and try to instill in all children is self esteem. Sometimes that is through art, special activities, keeping promises or simple conversation. I truly believe that mental health is so important in our lives, even our little ones. Reinforcing " how special" each child is, whether through words, actions, art regularly is crucial. Childcare comes naturally to me, it always has. I bring just the right amount of energy to each situation, I love to laugh and yet know when it's time to set boundaries. I am Registered with the College of Early Childhood Educators and am in Good Standing. I enjoy crafting of all sorts, as well as music and spending time with my family and friends. Once in a while, I go back to writing poetry and Journaling. I have 2 grown children of my own, and I spend as much time as possible with my granddaughters. I am outgoing, honest and caring with a good sense of humor. People have said that I go above and beyond when I am passionate about what I am doing. I have had experience with children in age all groups, and find every age group has something unique and special to offer. If there is anything else you would like to know about me please feel free to contact me.

Mutual Life Daycare: Daycare Teacher Home Daycare Provider Canadian Mental Health Association ** Healthy Start Facilitator ( Social skills programs in schools) ** Friends Facilitator ( Meet. Interview, train volunteers to work with children who have extra social/emotional Good Beginnings Daycare ** Daycare Teacher **Enhanced Facilitator ( one on one) Wilmot Family Resource Centre ** Facilitate Parent/child groups Additional Experiences/Qualifications: If I am providing childcare during the day out of my home ( during regular hours ) I would be happy to discuss our current daily routine and activities.

I am Registered with the College of Early Childhood Educators Certifications: I have my certification in Infant and Toddler Highscope I have a Certificate for "Childhood Anxiety " I have a Certificate for "Fostering Emotion Regulation" I have a Certificate for " Childhood Anger" I have a Certificate for " The Power of Play" Non-violent Crisis Intervention Applied Suicide Intervention Training Fire Extinguisher Training Compassion Fatigue Certificate First Aid WHMIS AODA CPR