Abigail McNamara
Penrith,NSW
Summary
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. Organised and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Proactive and caring worker with 4 and a half years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Educator
Little Angels Child Care Center
2019.04 - Current
- Maintained safety and cleanliness by sterilizing toys and surfaces.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Communicated with children's guardians about daily activities, behaviours and related issues.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Addressed behavioural and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Provided individualized instruction and support to meet personal needs of each child.
Education
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
International Child Care College
Broadmeadow, NSW12.2024
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Student Engagement
- Loves Children
- Decision-Making
- Child Safety
- Cleaning and Sanitation
- Emergency Procedures
- Positive Reinforcement
- Time Management
- CPR and First Aid
Hobby (Baseball)
I have volunteered as an assistant coach with tee ball during the years of 2015 and 2020. I have been working with children 3 years to 8 years. I am currently playing baseball in the NSW Women’s 2nd grade league for Boomers and I have made Nationals in 2020.
References
Sean McNally – 0409 249 724 (Parent from Baseball).
Tracy Wild – 0401272860 (Family Friend)
Sue Hansen – 0419028625 (Work Colleague)
Timeline
Childcare Educator
Little Angels Child Care Center
2019.04 - Current
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
International Child Care College
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