Lorraine Gao-ay
Early Childhood Educator
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About
Certified Level 3 Educator in Alberta with 9 years of experience in Early Childhood Education, caring for and educating children aged 11 months to 12 years. Experienced in both frontline childcare and administrative responsibilities. Seeking to return to direct work with children after supervisory role, prioritizing in-person interaction and work-life balance.
Experience
Program Supervisor at GBC Childcare Center OSC (2023 – 2025)
Served as Program Supervisor at a small, non-profit afterschool program operated by a church. Wore many hats including lead educator, administrative assistant, and primary educator. Spoke twice on CBC Radio during Pledge Day to secure donations and funding for children's centres.
Child Support Worker (Contract), Toddler and Preschool at Sonshine Children's Center (2022 – 2023)
Early Childhood Educator, Infants & Toddlers at Child Enrichment Center (2019– 2022)
Before and After School Care Educator at Maple Roots (2018– 2019)
Early Childhood Educator, Infants and Toddlers & OSC, at A2Z Kids Ed (2017– 2018)
Education
Diploma in Early Learning and Childcare – Grande Prairie Regional College (2021)
Certificate in Early Learning and Childcare – Grande Prairie Regional College (2020)
