Deepika Pushkarna

Compassionate and dedicated Early Childhood Assistant with experience supporting children's learning and development in daycare and school settings. Skilled in creating engaging educational activities, maintaining safe and nurturing environments, and building positive relationships with children, parents, and staff. Strong knowledge of child development, classroom management, and age-appropriate learning techniques. Certified in First Aid/CPR/AED and Food Handling.

Supply Teacher - Bridges Kinder Connection Daycare - Ontario, Canada

(2025-04 - 2025-06)

• Assisted in supervising and caring for children in daycare settings.
• Supported daily classroom routines and learning activities.
• Maintained a safe, clean, and positive environment for children.
• Worked collaboratively with staff to ensure children's well-being and development.

Warehouse Associate (Seasonal) - Gift Group Canada

(2021-12 - 2021-12)

• Picked, packed, and prepared customer orders accurately.
• Created gift packages according to company standards.
• Maintained organization and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Early Childhood Educator (ECE) - Mothers Pride School

(2014-09 - 2015-09)

• Taught foundational math and language skills using storytelling, singing, and educational games.
• Developed creative lesson plans based on children's developmental needs.
• Organized classroom activities promoting physical, emotional, and social development.
• Conducted parent meetings to discuss children's progress and development.
• Encouraged healthy habits, hygiene, and positive behaviour.
• Maintained clean and sanitized classroom and play areas.

Early Childhood Educator (ECE) - D.A.V. Model School

(2013-04 - 2014-03)

• Planned and implemented educational activities following curriculum guidelines.
• Supported children's social interaction and emotional development.
• Assisted students with learning and behavioral needs in a caring and respectful manner.
• Collaborated with teachers and staff to maintain a safe learning environment.

Early Childhood Educator (ECE) - Kiddies Corner School

(2012-05 - 2013-06)

• Supervised and engaged children in educational and recreational activities.
• Assisted with classroom preparation and daily routines.
• Promoted learning through interactive teaching methods and play-based activities.

Early Childhood Assistant (ECA) Diploma - CIMT College, Toronto (2026)

Diploma in ECCE - National Institute of Open Schooling (2012)

Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) - B.S. Anangpuria Educational Institute (2011)

Master of Arts (M.A.) - Hindi - Jamia Millia Islamia (2010)