A. Keegan
Early Childhood Teacher
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
Highly motivated and enthusiastic Professional with knowledge in social and emotional complexities for students and families within Defence occupations. Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with colleagues and both internal and external stakeholders from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Logical thinker, enthusiastic and well-presented individual with a strong commitment and passion towards achieving quality programs and initiatives for students. Educational Professional seeking a new adventure, where gained knowledge can support students and families in education.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
PreKindy Teacher
StoryHouse Early Learning Centre, McDowall Village
01.2021 - Current
- Ages 2-4year old.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Supervised student teachers to provide objective feedback.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
Teacher
Genesis Early Learning Centre
10.2017 - 12.2020
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Registered student progress and attendance on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
Relief Teacher/Educator
Various Childcare And School Settings
03.2015 - 08.2016
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
Kindergarten Teacher
LEADing Childcare
03.2013 - 02.2014
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
- Created, managed, and participated in variety of learning environments and activities to support opportunities for students to develop full potential and achieve learning objectives.
- Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
- Identified characteristics, needs, abilities, and problems of each child through personal interaction and progress reports to optimize approaches.
- Developed and implemented individualized educational plans for special needs children.
- Engaged administrators, parents and colleagues with learning programs to improve educational outcomes.
- Teamed with other professionals to enhance student learning experiences.
- Helped struggling students by motivating and encouraging kids to reach full potential.
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature, and handwriting.
Acting Assistant Director
LEADing Childcare
07.2013 - 11.2013
- Assisted in managing the day to day operations of the Centre entailing: supervising, training and coordinating the activities of up 8 staff; and providing a caring and safe learning environment for students and staff.
- Flexible and supportive management style – accommodated varying teaching strategies and techniques effectively finding common ground with staff and agreed on best strategies for different students/situations
- Established close professional relationship with parents and consistently received positive feedback
- Attended regular staff development seminars including in-service training on current developments and training methodologies
- Established rapport and effective professional relationships with other staff members and community members
- Developed and monitored strategies to ensure continuous quality improvements in the delivery of programs
- Interpreted and complied with legislative requirements and organisational procedures.
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
Relief Teacher
State School System - Brisbane And Oakey
02.2012 - 04.2013
- Bray Park;
- Our Lady of the way
- St Agatha’s School, Clayfield – Prep & Year 3 Teacher
- St Williams Primary School
- Grovely state school
- Holy Spirit
- Oakey State School
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative approaches to teaching.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
Education
Graduate Certificate Educational Design - Instructional Design
Monash University (Online Study)
Melbourne, VIC11.2023
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education - Education
Queensland University of Technology
Kelvin Grove, QLD12.2008
Diploma Children's Services - Education
TAFE Queensland
Bracken Ridge, QLD12.2005
Certificate III in Child Services - Education
TAFE Queensland
Bracken Ridge, QLD12.2003
Skills
- High level of broad-based educational experience within mainstream curriculum areas, using an innovative, developmental and flexible approach to learning
- Patient, calm and supportive personal manner, and total commitment to working with colleagues to achieve an holistic perspective of all student developmental learning and goals
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills – with excellent ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with student's and families, teaching and administrative staff, and local community groups
- Certified in Early Childhood Education and Positive Reinforcement Methods to guide inclusion and diversity practices
- Demonstrated capacity and willingness to work effectively and harmoniously as a productive member of a teaching team
- Highly developed planning and organisational skills - detail-oriented, accurate and reliable, with ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Broad experience in the preparation of learning and ICT resources, development of lesson plans, evaluation and assessment of students
Affiliations
Queensland College of Teachers Registration No.830969
Working with children card: Exemption no: 308471/7
Timeline
PreKindy Teacher
StoryHouse Early Learning Centre, McDowall Village
01.2021 - Current
Teacher
Genesis Early Learning Centre
10.2017 - 12.2020
Relief Teacher/Educator
Various Childcare And School Settings
03.2015 - 08.2016
Acting Assistant Director
LEADing Childcare
07.2013 - 11.2013
Kindergarten Teacher
LEADing Childcare
03.2013 - 02.2014
Relief Teacher
State School System - Brisbane And Oakey
02.2012 - 04.2013
Graduate Certificate Educational Design - Instructional Design
Monash University (Online Study)
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education - Education
Queensland University of Technology
Diploma Children's Services - Education
TAFE Queensland
Certificate III in Child Services - Education
TAFE Queensland
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