Kerttu Keinänen
Tampere
Summary
Early childhood educator with experience and an up-to-date degree. I consider myself extroverted, positive and relaxed. I emphasize open communication and use of individual skills and interests as the basis of teamwork. I want to provide learning and development opportunities for all children. Committed to inclusion and participation of all children. Promoting positive social interactions in creative, child-based learning environments based on children's needs, interests, and both individual and national curricula is close to my heart.
I believe in lifelong learning. Teacher has to stay up to date, willing to develop and reflect.
The use of drama, music, arts, and play is very important to me.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Caregiver
The city of Lempäälä
Lempäälä
01.2022 - 07.2022
- See the following description
Kindergarten Teacher
The City of Tampere
Tampere
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Pedagogical planning, implementation and evaluation in early childhood group together with another teacher and the team of educators
- Interactive engagement with children
- Routine care and nurturing
- Designing and drafting early childhood education curriculum with another teacher
- Dressed children and changed diapers.
- Guided children through engaging and productive activities to foster fun learning environment.
- Attended professional development sessions to stay up-to-date on best practices in early childhood education.
- Maintained organized and clean classroom and play areas.
- Organized field trips outside of the classroom to provide educational experiences for the children.
- Assisted with daily activities such as mealtime, dressing, toileting and playtime.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children in a nurturing environment.
- Observed the behavior of each child and documented progress reports on their development.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Encouraged positive social interaction amongst the children by providing group activities.
- Used positive reinforcement and behavior modeling to instill discipline in children.
- Taught basic hygiene habits such as hand washing, teeth brushing.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Supported children with special needs, adapting activities to meet diverse requirements.
- Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in children to alert parents or guardians.
- Maintained daily records of activities, behaviors, meals, and naps.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to ensure healthy interactions between peers.
- Instructed children on good sanitary habits when washing hands, using bathroom or eating.
- Instilled discipline and maintained order with children by using simple and commanding directives.
- Managed administrative program tasks such as taking attendance, updating logs and tracking supplies.
- Assisted with potty training when necessary.
- Communicated with parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and upcoming events.
- Kept parents informed about their child's progress throughout the day via email or telephone calls.
- Communicated daily with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Read stories aloud to groups or individual children to promote language development skills.
- Observed and monitored children's play activities.
- Created positive relationships with children by being patient and understanding towards them.
- Participated in parent meetings to discuss the progress of their child's development.
- Instructed children in eating, resting and restroom habits.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
EarlyChildhood Caregiver
The city of Tampere
08.2015 - 05.2021
- Engaged in outdoor activities such as walks or playground visits with the children.
- Provided assistance during nap time including changing diapers and ensuring a comfortable sleeping environment.
- Planned and implemented engaging activities to encourage creativity and expression.
- Communicated with parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and upcoming events.
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans to encourage learning through creative play.
- Communicated daily with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Took care of medication and treatment of disabled and handicapped children or children with chronic illness such as diabetes, asthma and epilepsy
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
The University of Tampere
Tampere05-2025
Vocational Further Education - Early Childhood Care and Education
Tredu
Tampere05-2015
Vocational Education in Social And Health Care, Practical Nurse - Health Care
TAKK
Tampere02-2011
Vocational Qualification in Restaurant And Catering Services -
Pirkanmaan Taitokeskus
Tampere05-2005
Skills
- Collaboration with educators
- Positive reinforcement
- Curriculum planning
- Emotional support
- Conflict resolution
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective communication
- Caring and responsible
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Cultural awareness
- Team collaboration
- Organization and time management
- Special needs support
- Creative activities
- Language skills
- Strong English language skills
Affiliations
- I love to create. Many kind of handicrafts are close to my heart. I like to try different techniques yet also use traditional and known.
- I also like music and theater. I listen to music, go to concerts and plays and occasionally play the piano and guitar.
- I like to read and listen to podcasts and watch TV-series and documentaries.
- I love to walk in the forest and functional exercise is my way of exercise. As a mother of 3 my time is limited. It is also important to me because of the environment. I do not have a car.
Languages
Finnish
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Swedish
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Spanish
Beginner (A1)
A1
German
Elementary (A2)
A2
French
Intermediate (B1)
B1
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Early Childhood Caregiver
The city of Lempäälä
01.2022 - 07.2022
Kindergarten Teacher
The City of Tampere
08.2021 - 12.2021
EarlyChildhood Caregiver
The city of Tampere
08.2015 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
The University of Tampere
Vocational Further Education - Early Childhood Care and Education
Tredu
Vocational Education in Social And Health Care, Practical Nurse - Health Care
TAKK
Vocational Qualification in Restaurant And Catering Services -
Pirkanmaan Taitokeskus
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