Katherine Kacew

8 yrs.

experience owning and operating a bilingual AMI Montessori (aged 2-6 yrs.). Strong background in Early Childhood Development with over 16 yrs. teaching experience. Demonstrated leadership as school administrator and community liaison.

Passionate, self-motivated, and enjoys working independently or in team environments. Well organized and thorough with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. AMI Trained and active member of the Montessori Society of Canada.

E.C.E. certified and in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Education.

Full-time Casa Teacher - OMS Montessori (AMI) - Ottawa, ON

(2021-01)

Taught children aged 3 to 6 years according to the Montessori principles and standards. Oversaw a classroom of 24 children and three classroom assistants. Maintained a sensitivity to each child's individual needs while ensuring the integrity of the classroom. Communicated and educated parents about their individual child and their overall development in the early years. Worked with a team of 35 other teachers, supporting school events, meetings, yard supervision and professional development.

Part-time Supply Teacher - Sommerset West Community Health Centre - Ottawa, ON

(2018-01 - 2021-12)

Assisted in the implementation of play based child centered learning, for children age 2 to 5 years, in accordance with the Ministry guidelines. Retained sensitivity to each child's need while working with the needs of the entire group. Worked cooperatively to support a team of teachers to set up daily activities such as crafts, snack, changing of toys, toileting and outdoor play.

Full-time Casa Teacher - OMS Montessori (AMI) - Ottawa, ON

(2012-01 - 2017-12)

Taught children aged 3 to 6 years according to the Montessori principles and standards. Oversaw a classroom of 24 children and three classroom assistants. Maintained a sensitivity to each child's individual needs while ensuring the integrity of the classroom. Communicated and educated parents about their individual child and their overall development in the early years. Worked with a team of 35 other teachers, supporting school events, meetings, yard supervision and professional development.

Co-Founder and Full-time Teacher - Children's Montessori School Barrhaven (AMI) - Ottawa, ON

(2004-01 - 2011-12)

Owned and operated a profitable Montessori school with a staff of 3 to 4 teachers for children aged 2.5 to 6 years in accordance with A.M.I. principles and standards.

• Developed and implemented the necessary guidelines, policies and procedures, as required under the Day Nurseries Act, for the daily operation of the school, including health, safety and nutrition guidelines, accident form, personnel policies, behavior management guidelines for staff, registration forms and policies and procedures for Parent Handbook.
• Increased enrollment to full licensed capacity through personal marketing initiatives.
• Increased revenue through enrollment and responsible, careful budgeting which strengthened the financial position of the school.
• Established relations with representatives from Ministry of Community and Social Services, insurance, health and fire Inspectors.

Head Teacher – School Age Program - Barrhaven Child Care Centre - Ottawa, ON

(2001-01 - 2004-12)

Planned and implemented the after school program for children aged 6 to 12 years in accordance with the Ministry guidelines. Retained sensitivity to each child's need while working with the needs of the entire group. Worked and directed a team of three teachers to set up, purchase materials, plan field trips, special events and visitors for the children after school and in the summer.

B.A. - Sociology/Anthropology - Carleton University (2002-01)

Casa Training Certification - AMI Certified - Maria Montessori Training Organization (1998-01)

Early Childhood Education - ECE - Algonquin College (1997-01)