Riya Saini

Honours graduate of Durham College's Early Childhood Education diploma program with 400+ hours of supervised placement experience in play-based, Montessori, and schoolhouse settings. Skilled in supporting children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, planning age-appropriate learning experiences, active supervision, and positive guidance.

Current First

Aid/CPR and completed police/vulnerable sector verification.

Team Member - Pita Pit

(2025-12)

Customer service, teamwork, safety, sanitation, organization, and effective work in fast-paced environments.

Team Member - Tim Hortons

(2025-02 - 2025-11)

Customer service, teamwork, safety, sanitation, organization, and effective work in fast-paced environments.

ECE Placement Student - Elsie Macgill Schoolhouse - Oshawa, ON

(2026-05 - 2026-08)

• Took an active educator role in classroom routines and programming; independently led stories, songs, group gatherings, and learning experiences.
• Planned activities from children's interests and developmental needs; documented observations and supported independence and social-emotional development.
• Maintained safety through active supervision, head counts, and environmental checks; supported meals, transitions, toileting, and rest.

ECE Placement Student - Great Beginnings Montessori School - Oshawa, ON

(2026-01 - 2026-04)

• Supported toddlers in a child-led Montessori environment, demonstrated sensory/practical-life materials, and encouraged independence.
• Observed developmental readiness and interests while promoting respectful interactions, concentration, and social development.

ECE Placement Student - EduKids Childcare Centre - Oshawa, ON

(2025-05 - 2025-08)

• Supported play-based learning and age-appropriate activities, outdoor play, transitions, health, hygiene, safety, and observation documentation.

Diploma - Early Childhood Education - Durham College (2025-01 - 2026-08)