Jessica Hyndman

Dedicated and reflective Registered Early Childhood Educator with hands-on experience across licensed child care, Montessori, and school-board settings. Currently completing a Bachelor of Early Childhood Education at Brock University. Passionate about evidence-informed practice, inclusive early learning environments, and strengthening supports for children, families, and educators.

Brings a collaborative, solution-focused approach and a strong belief in the power of relationships, play, and community in the early years.

Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) at Growing Together (2026-04 – Present)

• Plan and implement play-based, child-led learning experiences that support each child's development, interests, and emerging skills.
• Build strong, responsive relationships with children and families, fostering a sense of belonging and inclusion.
• Apply co-regulation and positive guidance strategies to support social-emotional development and self-regulation.
• Collaborate with a team of educators to maintain safe, nurturing, and engaging early learning environments.

Early Childhood Educator, Montessori Pre-Casa at Montessori The Place To Grow (2025-05 – 2026-03)

• Supported a Montessori-based program for children ages 18 months to 2.5 years, fostering independence, concentration, and a love of learning.
• Prepared and maintained a thoughtfully arranged learning environment aligned with Montessori principles.
• Observed and documented children's development to inform responsive program planning.
• Collaborated with families and colleagues to support each child's unique needs and strengths.

Substitute Teacher at Unity House Nursery School (2023-06 – 2024-12)

• Supported play-based programming across early learning environments.
• Built responsive relationships with children while supporting social-emotional development and self-regulation.
• Collaborated with educators to maintain consistent routines and inclusive learning environments.

Educational Assistant (Supply) at Bruce Grey Catholic School Board (2024-02 – 2024-12)

• Provided individualized and small-group support for students, including those with special education needs, using IEP accommodations and differentiated strategies.
• Supported student self-regulation and social-emotional development.
• Collaborated with classroom teachers and support staff to create inclusive and respectful learning environments.

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (B.ECE) in Early Childhood Education – Brock University (2028-04)

Diploma of Early Childhood Education in Early Childhood Education – Georgian College (2025-04)