Kenny

Creative, caring and energetic educator with a strong knowledge of current curriculum, devoted to offering diverse educational activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Strong advocate of all forms of educational and literacy development in children. Skilled in teaching phonics and reading through effective phonics instruction to help develop reading and speaking skills.

Effective in small group instruction using divers teaching strategies. Friendly, warm, supportive and motivated with strong desire to promote student potential. Well experienced in childcare. Offering years of experience with passion for building strong rapport with colleagues, children and caregivers.

Well versed in developmental milestones and activities to promote curiosity and engagement. Engaging and detailed storyteller and educator.

Phonics and Reading Specialist - Pebbles and Piaget Early Learning Centre - Vancouver

(2025-09)

• Developed and implemented a British phonics and early reading curriculum for children aged 4–5, preparing them for kindergarten expectations.
• Introduced Phase 2 phonics sounds, supporting children in recognizing phonemes and blending sounds to read simple words.
• Designed engaging literacy activities using CVC word builders, letter cards, alphabet blocks, sensory materials, and other hands-on resources to make reading fun and meaningful.
• Supported children in practicing daily blending and segmenting skills to build confidence, fluency, and early reading success.
• Fostered a warm, patient, and encouraging learning environment, celebrating children's progress and nurturing their love for reading.
• Observed and documented children's literacy development to guide instruction and communicate progress with families.

Special Education Assistant - The Woodlands School (formerly The Walnuts School) - Milton Keynes

(2021-01 - 2024-07)

• Managed crisis situations calmly, maintaining safety protocols while supporting the emotional well-being of affected students during challenging moments within the school day.
• Built trust and rapport with students through positive reinforcement and strong communication skills.
• Assisted students in achieving academic goals by providing one-on-one support and small group instruction.
• Contributed to curriculum development and modification to enhance delivery.
• Taught Phonics by following the curriculum in a clear and organized manner.
• Enhanced student learning by adapting instructional strategies to individual needs.
• Facilitated smooth transitions for students between different school settings by coordinating services and collaborating with relevant professionals.
• Ensured a smooth collection of children/pupils from parents at drop off, and safe return of pupils/children to authorized adult/parents.
• Ensured the environment for learning is kept clean and neat with proper sanitation resources.
• Communicated clearly with parents and guardians regularly, face to face, and through writing.
• Established professional relationships with parents and other educators to increase rapport and support.
• Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
• Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.

Reading Buddy - St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School - Milton Keynes, UK

(2019-07 - 2020-10)

• Supported students with reading comprehension, vocabulary, and fluency through one on one sessions and virtually.
• Encouraged confidence and engagement by providing positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
• Assisted with pronunciation and word recognition using age-appropriate strategies.
• Asked guided questions to improve understanding and critical thinking.
• Adapted communication style to meet individual learning needs.
• Demonstrated patience, empathy, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Maintained a consistent schedule and reliable attendance.
• Collaborated with teachers.

Accounting and Customer Experience Personnel - Tax Advisory Group - Calgary, AB

(2018-02 - 2019-05)

• Reconciliation of monthly bank and credit card accounts.
• Used Sage 50 to post and update journal entries.
• Bookkeeping of different medium sized company accounts.
• Prepared biweekly payrolls ensuring accurate hours are entered and updated employers' details.
• Responded to customer requests for services, and company information.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
• Resolved escalated customer issues, restoring confidence in company's commitment to service excellence.
• Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.

Diploma - Accounting - Robertson College

Bachelor of Science - Real Estate - The Federal University of Technology, Akure