Jonabel Cabasal
Dedicated and highly accomplished Educator and Educational Leader
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About
Dedicated and highly accomplished Educator and Educational Leader with over 25 years of experience in elementary education, early childhood education, curriculum development, and centre management. Proven success in play-based learning, mentoring educators, curriculum training, and child-centered instructional practices. Recognized provincially and federally for excellence, leadership, and commitment to lifelong learning.
Experience
Preschool Educator / Programming Facilitator - Edmonton, Alberta - Edmonton, Alberta
(2022-11 - 2023-12)
- Designed and implemented engaging, developmentally appropriate learning programs
- Integrated play-based, creative, and exploratory learning strategies
- Supported children's social, emotional, and cognitive development
Daycare Supervisor / Director - Kepler Academy - Edmonton, Alberta
(2015-01 - 2022-12)
- Directed operations for 10 daycare centres
- Achieved 162% annual growth through strategic leadership and quality programming
- Mentored educators and supervised practicum students from CDI College and NorQuest College
- Selected as Curriculum Trainer/Mentor
- Ensured compliance with accreditation standards and Alberta Framework Curriculum
- Awarded No Absences Ever Award (2020–2022)
Filipino Canadian Language Teacher (Volunteer) - Saranay Association - Edmonton, Alberta
- Delivered Alberta-aligned language instruction for varying grade levels
- Supported cultural literacy and bilingual education
Sunday School Teacher - Valleyview, Alberta - Valleyview, Alberta
(2012-10 - 2014-10)
Preschool Teacher - Isidro Paredes Elementary School
(2004-10 - 2007-06)
Preschool Teacher - Dumanisi Elementary School
(2004-07 - 2005-05)
Elementary School Teacher (Grades 1, 2, 5 & 6) - Philippines - Philippines
(1998-01 - 2008-12)
Live-In Nanny - Edmonton, Alberta - Edmonton, Alberta
- Provided full-time care and educational support
- Worked for Dr. Anna Marieke Hoekstra, PhD (NAIT – Faculty of Education)
Education
Master of Education - Educational Management - La Salette University, Philippines (2004-05-23)
Bachelor of Elementary Education - Major in English - Quirino State University, Philippines (1997-04-05)
Early Childhood Education - Canadian International Career College, Toronto (2012-07)
Special Graduate Student - Interim Certificate (Alberta Education) - Concordia University of Edmonton (2026-04-16)
