In November of 2017, J.A. Cuddy Child Care Centre staff participated in Peer Nominated Awards. Each employee got the opportunity to nominate their coworkers for awards that they felt were well-deserved. There were 8 award categories. Please see below for the category name, description, and the winner for 2017:
Category 1-Exceptional Caregiver: This person always provides the best care possible to each and every child, every single day. They never hesitate to make decisions in the best interest of the children and are always working hard to make sure that the children feel safe, secure, and loved
Winner: Roberta
Category 2- Most Improved CCA: This person is a CCA at the centre and over the past year has shown improvement in all aspects of his or her job. This person always puts in 100% and continually strives to improve themselves professionally.
Category 3- Most Improved ECE: This person is an ECE at the centre and over the past year has shown improvement in all aspects of his or her job. This person always puts in 100% and continually strives to improve themselves professionally.
Winner: Heather
Category 4- Role Model Award: This person maintains professionalism at all times and upholds all centre policies and MELCC regulations. This person is reliable, honest, positive, and always leads by example. If you are inspired by someone in this workplace, this is where their name belongs!
Winner: Sherry (2nd year in a row)
Category 5-Most Creative: This person isn’t only creative when it comes to providing and implementing activities, this person is able to think on the fly, come up with solutions to ongoing issues, and is able to turn every scenario into something positive for the children and families. This person is someone who has an adventurous heart and an unlimited imagination.
Winner: Kerri
Category 6- “Pulls Their Weight” Award: This person always ensures that they complete their opening and closing duties, follows the daily schedule and cleaning charts, helps where they are needed in the program, and takes initiative within the room. This person in crucial in the day-to-day operations of the program.
Winner: Danielle
Category 7- Most Flexible: This person is able and willing to work in any program and give it their all. This person is willing to change/switch shifts, cover for others, and learn about each program without any complaints. We need this person on our team to help out wherever/whenever we need.
Winner: Stephanie
Category 8- Mrs./Miss/Mr. Congeniality: This person has an admirable personality. Their charisma and kindness is honest and true, and it becomes contagious within the workplace. This person always leaves their stressors at the door and truly enjoys being a part of our team and working with the children and families in this community.
Winner: Devon
Congratulations to our award winners! We sincerely appreciate all that you do here at the centre! Keep up the great work!
