Alicia Horsman
Geraldton,WA
Summary
Experienced and dedicated to supporting families and children through developing positive, respectful relationships. Skilled in developing and enhancing community partnerships to support families, child learning and development, and positive well-being.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
HIPPY Coordinator
Child Australia
Geraldton
01.2021 - 04.2026
- Developed connection and rapport with families and children to support their participation in the program.
- Provided mentoring and training to staff, supported their professional growth and adjusted support to individual needs.
- Collaborated with community organisations to strengthen partnerships and enhance program outreach.
- Coordinated meetings and events for families and children
- Connected families to external organisations and programs to support their parenting and wellbeing
- Planned regular training and prepared the necessary resources, providing flexible delivery to staff as required
- Completed required data entry, reports and developed and reviewed policy.
HIPPY Mentor (tutor)
Child Australia
Geraldton
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Developed rapport with families and children to facilitate their participation in the program and to provide support as required
- Engaged regularly with families to provide support and resources, fostering a collaborative approach to empower them as their child's first teacher
- Connected families to organisations, programs and resources in the community that supported their child's development, parenting and family wellbeing
- Completed required paperwork to assist with program data collection
Casual OSHC educator
Ready Set Grow Bluff Point
Geraldton
2019 - 2020
- Facilitated interactive play and educational activities to foster children's curiosity and creativity.
- Used communication and interpersonal skills to establish positive rapport with students, parents, and fellow educators.
- Actively supervised children's play and adhered to policies and procedures to maintain a positive and safe environment
Casual Relief Teacher
Department of Education WA
Geraldton
2006 - 2018
- Developed rapport with students to facilitate and support student learning.
- Collaborated with staff to foster a positive learning environment.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Provided notes on school day activities to primary teacher and marked student work.
- Maintained classroom rules and behaviour expectations to create a safe and productive learning environment.
- Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching skills and knowledge.
- Completed several part time teaching contacts at various midwest schools
Casual Childcare educator
Various centres
Geraldton
- Actively engaged with children to support their play, learning and development
- Followed centre routines and procedures to maintain a predictable environment for children
- Maintained a safe environment by providing active supervision and following safety procedures
- Magic Cottage and Geraldton Play & Learn 2010
- ABC Learning Centre & Kidz Retreat, 2005
Education
Bachelor of Education - Primary
Edith Cowan University
Perth, WA12-2025
Certificates -
Regional TAFE
WASkills
- Developing rapport with children and families
- Collaborating and working as a team member
- Supporting families and children
- Networking with organisations and programs
- Mentoring and supporting staff and colleagues
- Enjoys learning and professional development
- Broad knowledge of child development
Certification
Current Working with Children Check
Affiliations
P&C committee member 2018-2025
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
HIPPY Coordinator
Child Australia
01.2021 - 04.2026
HIPPY Mentor (tutor)
Child Australia
01.2019 - 12.2020
Casual OSHC educator
Ready Set Grow Bluff Point
2019 - 2020
Casual Relief Teacher
Department of Education WA
2006 - 2018
Casual Childcare educator
Various centres
Bachelor of Education - Primary
Edith Cowan University
Certificates -
Regional TAFE