Alyssa McDougall
Karrabin,QLD
Summary
I am a dependable candidate who is focused on promoting intellectual, emotional and social development in children. I am knowledgeable about organising and developing lesson activities and introducing relevant topics in age-appropriate ways. With willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet goals with students, teachers and parents.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Before and After School Assistant
Bethany Lutheran Primary
Raceview, QLD
09.2022 - Current
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Recorded child behavior, food, and medication information for supervisors.
- Communicated with parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and upcoming events.
- Managed administrative program tasks such as taking attendance, updating logs and tracking supplies.
- Maintained safe play environment.
- Provided support for individual students who may need extra attention due to behavioral or academic concerns.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to emergency situations including fire drills or medical emergencies.
- Maintained organized and clean classroom and play areas.
- Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
- Participated in staff meetings to discuss upcoming events, changes in policy, or new ideas and initiatives related to student care.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed during activities.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Organized recreational games and activities for children to participate in before and after school hours.
- Observed and monitored children to identify developmental strengths and target enrichment activities.
- Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
- Performed general cleaning duties around the facility such as tidying up classrooms or restocking supplies.
- Provided assistance with homework assignments and other educational activities as needed.
Early Childhood Assistant Educator
Little World for Scholars
Ipswich, QLD
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Create a safe, supportive, stimulating and educational environment for the children
- Form relationships with children which are comforting and nurturing
- Ensure that the children are safe and adequately supervised at all times
- To be aware of children's additional needs/requirements - diet/allergies
- Assist with the implementation of daily routines/plans
- Ensure a high standard of hygiene in compliance with procedures and policies
- Administer first aid or medication in compliance with procedures and policies
- Weekly reflections
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
Early Childhood Assistant Educator
Winston Glades Early Learning Centre
Ipswich, QLD
01.2021 - 11.2021
- Create a safe, supportive, stimulating and educational environment for the children
- Form relationships with children which are comforting and nurturing
- Ensure that the children are safe and adequately supervised at all times
- To be aware of children's additional needs/requirements - diet/allergies
- Assist with the implementation of daily routines/plans
- Ensure a high standard of hygiene in compliance with procedures and policies
- Administer first aid or medication in compliance with procedures and policies
- Weekly reflections
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures
- Assisted teacher with developing creative program suitable for preschool children
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance
- Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards
- Organized food time and nap hours
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters
- Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Early Childhood Assistant Educator
Kaleidoscope Kids
Ipswich, QLD
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Create a safe, supportive, stimulating and educational environment for the children
- Form relationships with children which are comforting and nurturing
- Ensure that the children are safe and adequately supervised at all times
- To be aware of children's additional needs/requirements - diet/allergies
- Assist with the implementation of daily routines/plans
- Ensure a high standard of hygiene in compliance with procedures and policies
- Administer first aid or medication in compliance with procedures and policies
- Weekly reflections
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures
- Assisted teacher with developing creative program suitable for preschool children
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance
- Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards
- Organized food time and nap hours
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters
- Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Retail Sales Assistant
Dan Murphy's
Middle Park, QLD
04.2018 - 01.2020
- Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders and gift card activations
- Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts and printed receipts to ring up customers
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections and purchases
- Assisted customers with locating and choosing merchandise in any store department
- Organized store merchandise shelves and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments
- Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone
- Refunded payments for returned items, processed exchanges
- Opened and closed store and prepared nightly bank drop for manager
- Trained new associates on cash register operations, including opening, conducting customer transactions and balancing drawer.
Junior Veterinary Nurse
Pine Mountain Veterinary Clinic
Brassall, QLD
08.2015 - 09.2018
- Assisted senior staff with performing basic exams and tests, including blood analyses and physical assessments
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions
- Answered animal health questions and advised on best care practices
- Processed financial transactions for clients
- Administered medications to boarding patients as specified by veterinarian in animal's medical record.
Education
First Aid And CPR Certificate in First Aid And CPR -
Allens Training
08-2026
Certificate III Schools Based Education Support - Education
Australian Child Care Career Options
Brisbane, QLD01-2025
Blue Card in Queensland Government -
Blue Card
10-2025
QLD Responsible Service of Alcohol -
Express Online Training
06.2023
Queensland School Certificate in High School -
St Mary's College
11-2017
Certificate II in Animal Studies in Veterinarian Assisting -
TAFE
Skills
- Caring and Responsible
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Organization and Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Cooperation
- Creative Thinking
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Reliable and Responsible
- Honest and Ethical
- Team Leader
- Activity Planning
- Social Development
- Team Training
- Educational Support
- Goal Setting
Timeline
Before and After School Assistant
Bethany Lutheran Primary
09.2022 - Current
Early Childhood Assistant Educator
Little World for Scholars
11.2021 - 09.2022
Early Childhood Assistant Educator
Winston Glades Early Learning Centre
01.2021 - 11.2021
Early Childhood Assistant Educator
Kaleidoscope Kids
01.2020 - 12.2020
Retail Sales Assistant
Dan Murphy's
04.2018 - 01.2020
Junior Veterinary Nurse
Pine Mountain Veterinary Clinic
08.2015 - 09.2018
First Aid And CPR Certificate in First Aid And CPR -
Allens Training
Certificate III Schools Based Education Support - Education
Australian Child Care Career Options
Blue Card in Queensland Government -
Blue Card
QLD Responsible Service of Alcohol -
Express Online Training
Queensland School Certificate in High School -
St Mary's College
Certificate II in Animal Studies in Veterinarian Assisting -
TAFE
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