Luc Van Kessel
TAMPERE
Summary
Schools, kindergartens, daycares, farms, camps—across all kinds of settings, I have experienced the joy and playfulness of children, especially when they are learning new skills. I am skilled at observing group dynamics and addressing the individual needs of children in various situations. I enjoy creating activities that support their development, health, and learning abilities. As a childcare professional, I value collaboration with colleagues, sharing observations and responsibilities to help turn each child’s day into a meaningful and enriching experience.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Carer
Päiväkoti Sinilintu,
01.2023 - 05.2025
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Established a positive classroom environment by setting clear expectations and promoting respect among students.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively using consistent routines and age-appropriate consequences, creating a safe learning environment for all students.
Substitute Child Carer
Sunshine ELC
03.2022 - 06.2023
- Facilitated learning through play and outdoor activities.
- Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs and providing a nurturing environment for growth.
- Ensured child safety through vigilant supervision, maintaining proper ratios during indoor and outdoor activities.
- Followed daily routines to establish consistency, helping children transition smoothly between activities.
- Encouraged positive behavior and social interaction among children.
- Improved children's physical health with daily outdoor play.
Child Carer
De Bosplaats (Afterschool Club)
03.2016 - 06.2019
- Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Maintained clean kitchen facilities for ensuring a healthy environment for all children.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Administered first aid when needed, adhering to established protocols to ensure child safety and wellbeing.
- Ensured child safety through vigilant supervision, maintaining proper ratios during indoor and outdoor activities.
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
- Improved language development through engaging storytelling sessions and age-appropriate book readings.
Class Teacher
Werfklas
08.2014 - 03.2016
- Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting instruction to meet individual needs and ensuring mastery of concepts.
- Participated in ongoing professional development, staying current with best practices in education and bringing fresh ideas to the classroom.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world problem-solving exercises.
- Worked closely with support staff, coordinating efforts to address the unique needs of students receiving.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, promoting respect and fostering a climate conducive to learning.
Team Leader
Child Centre Panta Rhei
01.2008 - 06.2011
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
- Developed team members'' skills through targeted coaching sessions, resulting in improved individual performance.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education
Hogeschool Helicon (Korkeakoulu)
Zeist, Netherlands02-2008
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Child supervision
- Activity planning
- Group leadership
- Age-appropriate activities
- Observation and assessment
- Child development
- Creative lesson planning
Singing, hiking, wood carving
In the Netherlands and Finland I followed music and singing courses which made me able to sing in choirs and also at my work with children. It gives great joy and can't live one day without singing.
if I walk in the forest i find often beautiful little trunks and pieces of root. I bring them home, carve and sand them. I also make wind gongs from dried firewood.
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
German
Upper intermediate (B2)
Dutch
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Finnish
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
Child Carer
Päiväkoti Sinilintu,
01.2023 - 05.2025
Substitute Child Carer
Sunshine ELC
03.2022 - 06.2023
Child Carer
De Bosplaats (Afterschool Club)
03.2016 - 06.2019
Class Teacher
Werfklas
08.2014 - 03.2016
Team Leader
Child Centre Panta Rhei
01.2008 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education
Hogeschool Helicon (Korkeakoulu)
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