Gennie Chan
About Gennie Chan
Gennie Chan is a Supported Child Development Consultant at BC Centre for Ability, specializing in creating inclusive environments for children in childcare programs. She has extensive experience in developing individualized support plans and collaborating with families and professionals to enhance the inclusion of children with diverse needs.
Work at BC Centre for Ability
Gennie Chan has been employed as a Supported Child Development Consultant at the BC Centre for Ability since 2021. In this role, she focuses on creating inclusive environments for children within childcare programs. She develops individualized support plans tailored to the diverse needs of children, enhancing their inclusion in community settings. Chan also provides training and resources to community service providers, ensuring they have the necessary tools to support children with special needs.
Education and Expertise
Gennie Chan holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from The University of British Columbia, where she studied from 2000 to 2004. She furthered her education in Early Childhood Education at the Pacific Rim ECE Institute, completing her studies from 2009 to 2014. Additionally, she studied Early Childhood Education and Special Needs PLAR at Douglas College from 2014 to 2015. Her educational background equips her with the expertise to create inclusive environments and develop effective strategies for child development.
Background
Prior to her current position, Gennie Chan worked as a Program Supervisor at the Vancouver Society of Children's Centres (VSOCC) from 2016 to 2019. In this capacity, she gained experience in managing programs that support children's development. She also served as an Events and Facilities Assistant at Stratford Hall from 2020 to 2021, further diversifying her professional experience in the field of child development and support.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Gennie Chan has developed individualized support plans for children with diverse needs, collaborating closely with families to address the unique requirements of each child. She works alongside early intervention professionals to implement effective strategies for child development, contributing to enhanced inclusion in community settings. Her role in providing training and resources to community service providers reflects her commitment to supporting children with special needs.