Lili Lam

Toronto, Ontario
647-825-8809
Lili.Lam.24@gmail.com
March, 2015.
Dear Hiring CommitteeIt is with great interest that I am applying to your organization. I am currently
completing my studies in Master of Teaching and I am a Registered Early Childhood
Educator and have been activity working with families and teaching since before
my Early Childhood Education Degree. I have developed great passion towards
working with children and families.
The experience I have gained working as a Kindergarten and preschool
teacher, School Readiness program instructor, preschool supervisor, and camp
coordinator has well prepared me to work with many families and children in all
setting.
I have gained experience in program planning, teaching, staff/volunteer
supervision, training and management, event planning and organization,
teamwork, proper communication with staffs, parents and the community, as well
as helping young children learn and develop. I am prepared to use what I have
learnt and gained in my past experiences and apply it to all my future work with
children and families.
I also have a strong background of experience and knowledge in school
readiness, preschool and the kindergarten age group. I have work with this age
group both in the community setting and in the private setting.
I believe that with my many different working experiences, both local and
overseas and my strong passion for working with children, I will be able to
contribute greatly to your centre.
I look forward to hearing from you and to set up a time to meet for further
discussions. Please feel free to contact to me to arrange a time at your
convenience.
Sincerely yours,

Lili Lam
Enclosure Resume

Lili Lam

Toronto, Canada
Cell: 647-825-8809
Lili.Lam.24@gmail.com

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Experienced in teaching preschool and Kindergarten, including children with special needs
Strong leadership, organizational and program planning skills
Experience in supervisory and management positions
Self motivated, creative, responsible and able to multi-task
Caring, loving and have passion to work with children
Confident in oral and written communication, public speaking and presentation skills
Fluent in English and Cantonese
Ambitious and believe in being a life-long learner

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

Master of Teaching Primary and Junior

OISE (Ontario Institute for Studies in Education) Graduation Spring 2015

Research in Full-Day Kindergarten and Early Learning Teams

Bachelor of Arts Early Childhood Education

Ryerson University, 2007: BA, minor in Family Support and Community Practice

Good standing member in the College of Early Childhood Educators (RECE)

Current Life Saving Society Standard First Aid

RELATED EXPERIENCE
Preschool Teacher and Room Supervisor
August 2012 June
2013
Sidney Ledson School Private School (Full Time)
Teach preschool class of 11 students, ages 2.4 months to 4 years old

Plan and implemented highly academic based lessons and educational activities

Plan and organized school wide field trips, holiday concerts, curriculum nights and
extra curricular activities.
Implements policies and procedures according to the Day Nursery Act (DNA)

Ensures that all administrative files and documents are up to date and abides to
DNA
Summer Camp Coordinator and Camp Staff
Summers June 2004
August 2007
June 2012 August
2013
Light and Love Home Community Centre (Volunteer)
Active involvement in the operation and delivery of the camp program
Plan and implemented summer day camp programs, ages 5-13 years old
Coordinated, recruited and held training sessions for camp staff and volunteers in first
aid, teamwork, classroom management and presentation skills.
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Assisted with responding to parent questions/concerns to ensure customer

satisfaction
Assisted with camp registration and maintain registration records
Preparing permission slips for outings, book outings and special events/guests for day
camp
Planned and coordinated camp graduations parties and staff/volunteer appreciation
events

School Readiness Program Instructor

April 07 - June 08 & Jan 12
Aug 12
Scadding Court Community Centre (Part Time)
Plan weekly lessons for a classroom of 10-15 children ages 3-5 years old.
Lead the class in welcome circle, singing, reading, crafts activities and outdoor play.
Organized field trip to the local library, public school and community centre, which
allowed the families to learn more about their community.
Developed trust and healthy relationships with parents and guardians to communicate
and exchange information regarding the progress of the children in the class.
Plan and organized graduation parties for each class. Parties included potluck
arrangements, creating recognition certificates and family invitations, and interacting
with the families.
Supervised and assessed placement students and volunteers
Kindergarten Classroom Teacher
July 2008 July
2011
Learning Habitat Kindergarten and Bilingual Nursery (Full Time)
Registered Qualified Kindergarten Teacher through Education Ordinance of Hong
Kong
Taught classes of 25-28 children of senior and junior kindergarten, ages 4-6 years
old
Taught lessons through different means like video recordings, email instructions and
classroom
Lead and helped to organize school activities, for example, School Sport Days,
Picnic Days, English Speech Contests, Music Festival competition, holiday
performances for the public, Elderly Center volunteer activities and staff annual
dinners
Responsible for planning, composing and putting together annual dramatic musical
performance for the graduating classes
Supervised and mentored an ECE student teacher from Sheridan college
OTHER EXPERIENCES
Personal Development Home Worker
December 2006 June
2008
Special Services at Home and Handicapped Childrens Benefit (Part-Time)
Working individually with a boy, aged 6, to develop personal skills
Prepare and plan activities for the whole family to encourage bonding and family
support.
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Front Desk Receptionist

August 2004 - July
2008
Scadding Court Community Centre (Part-Time)
Provide customer service to the clients and complete receptionist duties.
AWARDS

Recipient of the Teacher Commendation Scheme, Hong Kong, voted 1st place

AFFILATIONS
Current member of:
Association for Early Childhood education (AECEO), Canadian Association of Family
Resources Program (FRP), and National Association for The Education of Young
Children (NAEYC)