Alix Brown

Ensured the service met all regulatory requirements under the National Quality Framework (NQF) and adhered to the National Law and Regulations.

Led the development and implementation of a high-quality educational program aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)

Provided guidance, coaching, and professional development opportunities to educators, fostering a culture of continuous learning and reflective practice.

Maintained a safe and nurturing environment by ensuring policies and procedures were followed, including child protection, WHS, and risk management.

Built strong relationships with children, families, and the wider community to support inclusive and meaningful learning experiences.

Led the service's self-assessment and continuous improvement processes, including contributing to the Quality Improvement Plan (QIP).

Proven experience with effective rostering.

Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, fostering open communication channels for enhanced cooperation.

Conducted regular performance reviews, providing constructive feedback and guidance for professional development.

Interview new hires and directed teams to achieve daily operation goals.

Provided emotional support to families during difficult times, displaying empathy and understanding while maintaining professional boundaries.

Managed a team of educators to ensure compliance with regulations and quality improvements across all seven quality areas.

Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening skills, non-judgemental attitudes and genuine concerns for their wellbeing.

Collaborated with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals to ensure holistic support for each family's unique needs.

Implemented and managed the transition to the OWNA platform for programming, family communication, and daily operations, providing comprehensive training and ongoing support to all educators.

Transported children by car to a variety of locations to extend learning experiences i.e beach, local gardens.

Built positive and nurturing environments to support the children's social and emotional growth.

Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.

Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.

Lead Educator of 70 place Preschool Room 4 days per week and 2IC of the Preschool floor off the floor 1 day per week.

Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide age appropriate, interest based learning environments for children.

Supported children with additional learning needs through regular parent meetings, working closely with support worked and developing strategies to incorporate into the daily routine.

Worked closely with the Centre Director to ensure the smooth day to day operations of the service as well as supporting educators on the floor. Acted as the Director in her absence.

Conducted weekly room meetings with 7 educators in the Preschool Room.

Ran school readiness parent information evenings

Developed and implemented the daily and weekly planning, ensuring the needs of each individual child was met, incorporating individual and group interests.

Developed and implemented daily and weekly planning following the EYFS curriculum.

Supporting 2 classroom teaching assistants in their understanding of daily learning experiences.

Held termly parent meetings discussing the children's development and goals.

Led weekly planning meetings with 5 educators, brainstorming ideas for learning experiences, supporting their understanding of children's development and goals.

Oversaw 5 educators weekly and monthly planning, providing training when needed.

Developed and implemented the Loose Parts Play programme throughout 4 centres including training for all educators on what Loose Parts Play is and how to implement it within the learning environments.

Collaborated with Curriculum Coordinators from 3 branches to develop short term goals, long term plans, event days etc.

Worked closely with the Headmistress and Admin Manager to ensure the smooth day to day operations of the centre.

Successfully organised team building activities.