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Parent Coach
Self-employedParent Coach
Dec. 2023Natalie McCabe is a practical visionary dedicated to changing the world one family at a time. With 30 years as a teacher and 15 years as a single parent, she has faced and overcome many parenting challenges alone. Her book, “Sink or Swim Parenting,” blends personal stories with practical strategies for raising children from toddlers to teens. To address her own childcare needs, she founded an afterschool program 15 years ago and has also run a successful Kindermusik franchise. Natalie now offers one-on-one coaching, focusing on co-parenting and navigating divorce. She believes, “One day my story will be someone else’s survival guide,” and aims to show parents that while perfection is impossible, joy in parenting is within reach. Visit www.nataliemccabe.com to download the first chapter of her book, “Sink or Swim Parenting,” coming in late 2024.
Learning Center Teacher
Halifax Regional Centre for Education (HRCE)Learning Center Teacher
Sep. 2019 - Jun. 2021Halifax, Nova Scotia, CanadaHalifax Regional Center for Education Halifax, NS September 2019 – June 2020 Learning Center support teacher ● Guided special needs students individually and in small groups, encompassing the full spectrum of behavior, speech and language challenged children, prioritizing their specific needs in communication and life skills.
Behavior Support Teacher
Halifax Regional Centre for Education (HRCE)Behavior Support Teacher
Jan. 2019 - Jun. 2019Halifax, Nova Scotia, CanadaHalifax Regional Center for Education Halifax, NS February 2019-June 2019 Behavior Support Teacher ● Worked collaboratively with student services, teachers, administrators and parents, with clear focus on all aspects of various aged behaviorally challenged students. ● While utilizing standard teaching and classroom management strategies, provided extra materials and resources to assist in implementing individually customized behavior plans. Continuous monitoring to ensure each method was successfully attained and changes were made as needed with each student/unique situation.
Early Literacy teacher
Cape Breton Victoria Regional School BoardEarly Literacy teacher
Dec. 2011 - Nov. 2013-maintained an enthusiastic small group environment. -provided daily literacy support to students struggling in reading. -focused on a variety of reading strategies to develop fluency, comprehension, and word attack skills. -provided writing experiences each day to reinforce skills. -daily word work to improve spelling.
Teacher, Author, Parent Coach, Podcast Host
Self-employedTeacher, Author, Parent Coach, Podcast Host
Sep. 2010 - Jul. 2024Halifax, Canada AreaCoxheath Afterschool Program/ Super Summer Day Camp Sydney, NS 2010-Present Owner and Director ● Conceptualized, created and developed an inclusive after school program for students, grades Primary to 5. Licensed by Department of Early Years in Nova Scotia for 65 students. ● Designed and implemented seven play areas (library, music, art, dramatic play, blocks, sand/water and science) plus Creative Art and Science activities, are offered every day, as well as physical activity and a healthy snack. ● Oversee all day to day operations including, but not limited to, program planning, individual child assessment, parent communication, strict sanitation, staff training, incentives, meetings, evaluations and payroll for 7 staff members.
Kindermusik Educator
Kindermusik with natalieKindermusik Educator
Sep. 2010 - Aug. 2018- Owner/ Educator -provide early childhood development experiences for children ages 0-6 years. -pre-music skills. - develop the child, socially, emotionally, physically, cognitively, musically. - educate parents by providing tips and tools as well as digital at-home materials, so the learning continues.
Dance Instructor
D and R DanceDance Instructor
Sep. 2008 - Jun. 2010-taught ballet, tap and jazz to a variety of age groups. - maintained a fun class environment while developing dance skills and techniques. -choreographed dance routines and chose music for performance.

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