Alison Sortino
Strathmore,Victoria
Summary
Passionate Director of Early Childhood Education, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in curriculum development, early childhood pedagogy, and staff leadership. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving, ensuring both children's educational needs are met and team members feel valued and supported.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Early Childhood Education
Essendon Kids Childcare & Kindergarten
Essendon North, Victoria
01.2010 - 09.2022
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive early childhood curriculum for children aged 0-5.
- Created and maintained a safe and secure learning environment for all students in the program.
- Provided professional development opportunities to early childhood educators and staff.
- Established strong relationships with community partners to support the school's mission and goals.
- Managed budgets related to programming and personnel resources within the department.
- Collaborated with families, teachers, administrators, and other stakeholders to ensure best practices were being followed in the classroom setting.
- Monitored compliance with state licensing requirements for early childhood education programs.
- Oversaw recruitment efforts for new staff members including interviewing candidates and making hiring decisions.
- Fostered an inclusive environment where diversity was respected and celebrated.
- Fostered positive relationships with children, encouraging trust and emotional security.
- Facilitated a safe and nurturing environment conducive to early childhood learning and exploration.
- Trained, managed and motivated employees to promote professional skill development.
- Reviewed and evaluated programs for compliance with state, local and federal regulations.
Sales Executive
Detpak
, Victoria
05.2002 - 07.2005
- Cultivated relationships with existing customers to encourage repeat business.
- Attended industry events to build relationships with key contacts in the field.
- Monitored feedback from customers regarding product quality and suggested improvements accordingly.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from potential customers about product features or pricing plans.
- Used cold calling and networking to sell products and services.
- Sourced new sales opportunities through inbound lead follow-up.
- Built and maintained strong, long-lasting customer relationships to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Attended industry events, conferences, and tradeshows to network and generate new business leads.
Education
Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care -
Practical Outcomes
Melbourne, VIC12-2021
Certificate III in Children's Services -
Customised Training
Melbourne12-2011
Food Supervisor Certificate -
Kangan Institute
Victoria05-2010
High School Diploma -
Penleigh & Essendon Grammar
Essendon, VIC12-1993
Skills
- Time management
- Communication
- Problem-solving
- Creativity
- Adaptability
- Collaboration
- Positivity
- Teamwork
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Early Childhood Education
Essendon Kids Childcare & Kindergarten
01.2010 - 09.2022
Sales Executive
Detpak
05.2002 - 07.2005
Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care -
Practical Outcomes
Certificate III in Children's Services -
Customised Training
Food Supervisor Certificate -
Kangan Institute
High School Diploma -
Penleigh & Essendon Grammar
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