Manpreet Gill
Early Years Specialist
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About
Registered Early Childhood Educator and early years professional with experience across licensed child care, kindergarten, public-school and school-age settings. Currently serving as a Lead Registered Early Childhood Educator, with practical experience in program planning, pedagogical documentation, inclusive practice, family partnerships, team collaboration, classroom leadership and regulatory compliance. Brings more than three years of school-age teaching experience in addition to Canadian early years experience.
Educational background includes an Early Childhood Education Diploma, a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Philosophy and a Diploma in Computer Science. Currently completing part-time studies in Early Childhood Leadership and Management. Brings strong critical-thinking, communication, documentation and technology skills and is seeking to contribute these strengths to early years system planning, quality improvement, educator capacity building, inclusion and community collaboration.
Experience
Lead Registered Early Childhood Educator at Rosalind Blauer Childcare Service (2024-08 – Present)
- Lead and support daily program planning and implementation within the early years program, ensuring experiences are developmentally appropriate, responsive, inclusive and grounded in children's interests and emerging needs.
- Use observations and pedagogical documentation to assess children's learning, identify patterns and inform next steps in curriculum and individualized support.
- Support colleagues in maintaining consistent routines, responsive interactions, positive guidance practices and high-quality learning environments.
- Contribute to program leadership by sharing ideas, coordinating classroom responsibilities, supporting transitions and promoting collaborative problem solving within the team.
- Build strong relationships with families through regular communication regarding children's learning, development, routines, strengths and emerging needs.
- Create environments that promote the four foundations of belonging, well-being, engagement and expression.
- Support inclusive participation by adapting experiences and environments to respond to varying developmental abilities, communication styles, cultures and family needs.
- Maintain documentation and records and support compliance with the Child Care and Early Years Act, health and safety requirements, organizational procedures and professional standards.
- Identify safety concerns, respond to incidents appropriately and contribute to proactive risk reduction and safe program operations.
- Participate in reflective practice and continuous program improvement by reviewing children's responses to programming and adjusting experiences accordingly.
Senior Kindergarten Teacher at Hamilton Hebrew Academy (2024-02 – 2024-06)
- Planned and delivered engaging kindergarten learning experiences using play, inquiry, literacy, numeracy and hands-on learning.
- Used differentiated instruction and individualized support to respond to diverse strengths, learning styles and developmental needs.
- Observed and evaluated student progress, maintained documentation and provided targeted feedback to support continuous growth.
- Developed strong parent-teacher relationships through consistent, respectful communication and collaboration.
- Supported children's social-emotional development, self-regulation, independence and readiness for Grade 1.
- Created an inclusive classroom environment that encouraged participation, belonging, curiosity and positive peer relationships.
Registered Early Childhood Educator at ABC Daycare (2023-09 – 2024-02)
- Implemented developmentally appropriate programming for infants, toddlers and preschool children.
- Observed children's development and used documentation to support responsive planning and communication with families.
- Maintained safe, nurturing and stimulating environments consistent with CCEYA, health and safety expectations.
- Collaborated with educators and families to support children's routines, developmental goals and overall well-being.
Early Childhood Educator Assistant (Supply) at A Child's World Fairview (2023-06 – 2023-07)
- Provided flexible support across licensed child care programming, adapting to different classrooms, educators, routines and children's needs.
- Supported daily learning experiences, supervision, health and safety practices and responsive care.
- Contributed to safe, organized environments and positive working relationships with educators and children.
Early Childhood Educator Assistant at Plymouth Public School, DSBN (2022-09 – 2022-12)
- Supported classroom instruction, lesson preparation and educational activities within a public-school environment.
- Promoted children's social-emotional development, positive self-concept, decision-making and respectful relationships.
- Prepared educational materials, supported presentations and maintained administrative and student records.
- Provided feedback on student work and supported classroom management and positive behaviour expectations.
- Supported students in the computer lab and encouraged responsible use of technology and educational resources.
Early Childhood Educator Practitioner at A Child's World, Family Childcare Services Niagara (2022-05 – 2022-06)
- Planned and initiated activities supporting children's intellectual, physical, social and emotional development.
- Created environments that supported play, learning, belonging and overall well-being.
- Used critical thinking to evaluate challenges, consider solutions and make timely decisions.
- Built courteous professional relationships and managed responsibilities effectively within program timelines.
Early Childhood Educator at Sven H. Dohnberg Centre (2022-04 – 2022-05)
- Implemented age-appropriate curriculum and innovative experiences incorporating music, art and literature.
- Supported children's social, emotional and physical development through responsive interactions and positive guidance.
- Maintained constructive relationships with staff, families and children and supported safe program operations.
- Provided individualized attention while maintaining awareness and supervision of the larger group.
Teacher - School Age at Sahibzada Ajit Public Senior Secondary School (2017-08 – 2021-02)
- Delivered more than three years of school-age teaching experience, planning curriculum and hands-on learning experiences to support academic achievement and engagement.
- Developed lesson plans responsive to students' academic needs and adjusted formal and informal teaching approaches to support different learners.
- Tracked student progress and attendance using databases and maintained accurate educational records.
- Evaluated assignments and course work and provided feedback to support student progress.
- Promoted cultural awareness by incorporating literature and learning materials representing different cultures.
- Integrated computer-based learning approaches to strengthen students' analytical and technology skills.
Education
Diploma in Early Childhood Education – Niagara College (2023)
Diploma in Computer Science – Sai Institute of Information and Technology (2017)
Bachelor of Arts in Major in Philosophy – Guru Nanak Dev University (2015)
Part-Time Studies in Early Childhood Leadership and Management