Abbie Rotondo
Tahmoor,NSW
Summary
Accomplished Childcare Educator with a proven track record at Exploring Tree, adept in curriculum planning and behavior management. Demonstrated ability to foster cognitive development and ensure child safety, enhancing learning through age-appropriate activities. Known for patience, empathy, and creating nurturing environments, significantly improving children's social and academic skills. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Educator
Exploring Tree
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Maintained safety and cleanliness by sterilizing toys and surfaces.
- Prepared children for a seamless transition to the next level of education by focusing on key foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development.
- Coordinated schedules of activities, events, and field trips.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Contributed to the development of age-appropriate curriculum materials that aligned with state standards for early childhood education programs.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, meal counts, emergency contact information, ensuring compliance with state regulations.
- Managed behaviour issues effectively using appropriate techniques such as redirection when necessary.
- Utilized various assessment tools to track student progress over time accurately, allowing for adjustments in instructional approaches as needed.
- Brought signs of potential emotional and developmental problems in children to caregiver's attention.
- Taught students basic academic, behavioral, and social skills.
- Organized fun field trips and outings, exposing children to new experiences while reinforcing educational concepts.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Utilized technology to develop instructional materials and activities for children.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
Childcare Educator
Leaping Learners
04.2019 - 02.2021
- Promoted positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a nurturing learning environment for all children.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Coordinated schedules of activities, events, and field trips.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
Childcare Assistant
Exceed Early Education And Care
01.2018 - 04.2019
- Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
- Supervised outdoor playtime, ensuring safety while encouraging physical activity and exploration.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment by maintaining clean and organized spaces for daily use.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding to meet children's dietary needs.
Childcare Educator
Bambinos Kindergarten Fairwater
06.2016 - 12.2017
- Coordinated with other staff members effectively in order to provide a cohesive program promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Ensured the health and safety of children by consistently monitoring their activities both indoors and outdoors.
- Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs and discuss progress reports regularly.
- Implemented hands-on learning opportunities that encouraged exploration, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills among children.
- Developed strong relationships with families, maintaining open communication channels for optimal support of each child''s growth and wellbeing.
- Maintained safety and cleanliness by sterilizing toys and surfaces.
- Established a safe, secure, and inclusive classroom setting where all children felt welcomed and valued.
- Enhanced children''s cognitive and social development by implementing age-appropriate activities and games.
Education
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education
Recognition First
06.2017
Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Early Childhood Education
- Hygiene practices
- Positive Reinforcement
- Classroom Management
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Curriculum Planning
- Behavior Management
- CPR and First Aid
- Activity Planning
- Caring and Understanding
- Positive Role Model
- Health and safety
- Child Safety
- Approachable
- Parent Communication
- Emergency Procedures
- Arts, crafts, and games
- Cognitive Development
- Behavior management techniques
- Adept at working with special needs children
- Storytelling and crafts
Timeline
Childcare Educator
Exploring Tree
04.2022 - 12.2022
Childcare Educator
Leaping Learners
04.2019 - 02.2021
Childcare Assistant
Exceed Early Education And Care
01.2018 - 04.2019
Childcare Educator
Bambinos Kindergarten Fairwater
06.2016 - 12.2017
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education
Recognition First
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