Nitika Dubey

Early Childhood Education Professional

Mississauga, OntarioMember since December 30, 2025

Planning and implementing play-based curriculumHigh Scope curriculum approachHow Does Learning Happen? (HDLH) frameworkCCEYA compliance, health, and safety standardsPositive behavior guidance strategiesObservation and pedagogical documentationInclusive and culturally responsive practicesClassroom organization and transition managementCollaborative team approachProblem-solvingAttention to detailInteractive and technology-based teaching toolsDifferentiated instruction

About

Dedicated Early Childhood Education (ECE) professional with a strong foundation in curriculum planning, inclusive practices, and child development. Currently advancing expertise in play-based, inquiry-driven, and emergent curriculum approaches aligned with HighScope, How Does Learning Happen? (HDLH), and CCEYA guidelines within licensed childcare settings. Experienced about supporting preschool and school-age children through positive behaviour guidance, collaborative teamwork, and culturally responsive practices.

Committed to creating safe, nurturing environments that foster independence, a sense of belonging, and lifelong learning. Brings over 16 years of international teaching experience, enriching diverse early learning environments.

Experience

Placement Student - Preschool - Sheridan Lab School - Mississauga, Ontario

(2026-05)

Create a safe, nurturing environment for children, using emergent curriculum, child centred and responsive to children's interests, ensuring meaningful and engaging connections
Support children within the classroom to promote emotional, physical, behavioural, cognitive and social development.
Observe and document children's progress and behaviour, sharing observations with colleagues to support individualized learning.
Provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment that supports children's learning and development through play-based experiences.
Successfully utilized positive behaviour guidance strategies to encourage children's self-regulation and social skills.

Placement Student (Before and After School Program) - YMCA - Mississauga, Ontario

(2026-01 - 2026-04)

Planned and facilitated engaging, developmentally appropriate activities for school-age children in a structured program setting
Supported social emotional development through cooperative play and positive conflict resolution strategies
Supervised indoor and outdoor activities while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
Adapted programming to meet diverse learning needs, including children requiring additional support
Observed and documented children's learning to support individual developmental goals.
Fostered strong partnerships with families and colleagues to support children's learning and well-being.

Placement Student - Preschooler - PLASP - Mississauga, Ontario

(2025-09 - 2025-12)

Implemented High Scope curriculum through active, hands-on learning experiences
Supported program delivery aligned with How Does Learning Happen? (HDLH) and CCEYA standards
Facilitated small- and large-group age-appropriate play-based learning activities which promotes cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development. Patient and active listener.
Encouraged independence, problem-solving, and self-regulation
Maintained a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment

Frontier Worker - Canty Road - Mississauga, Ontario

(2022-10 - 2025-04)

Demonstrated strong teamwork, adaptability, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment
Maintained high standards of safety and accuracy, reflecting strong attention to detail applicable to child supervision and documentation
Managed multiple responsibilities efficiently under time constraints

Lunchroom Supervisor and Support Staff - Mississauga Secondary School - Mississauga

(2022-09 - 2022-10)

Supervised students to ensure a safe and respectful environment
Encouraged positive behaviour and reinforced school policies
Supported classroom activities and provided additional student assistance when required

Post Graduate Teacher - India Columbia Convent School - India

(2006-07 - 2022-08)

Designed and delivered engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons using interactive and technology-based teaching tools. Planned extracurricular activities and organized academic events.
Differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs
Collaborated with colleagues and families to support student success