Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
References
Timeline
Intern

Amber Francis

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to learn new skills. Resourceful crèche member with experience in providing quality care to children of all ages. Skilled in creating age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, emotional and social development. Enjoys developing positive relationships with children and families.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Before and After School Care

Private
01.2020 - Current
  • Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
  • Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
  • Guided school homework and read bedtime stories to support development.
  • Provided safe transportation to and from school and extracurricular activities.
  • Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
  • Established positive relationships with parent to collaboratively promote child's wellbeing.
  • Assisted with meal preparation and feeding to meet children's dietary needs.

Crèche Member

Bounce Fitness (The Hut Community Centre)
08.2012 - Current
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Setting up activities
  • Reading
  • Supervising healthy snacks
  • Nappy changing and toilet breaks
  • Cared for children and completed associated tasks such as snack preparation and picking up toys.
  • Communicated with parents about activities and behaviours.
  • Provided distractions and calming methods when necessary.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
  • Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.

Crèche Member

Bounce Fitness (The Hut Community Centre)
01.2013 - 08.2023
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Setting up activities
  • Reading
  • Supervising healthy snacks
  • Nappy changing and toilet breaks
  • Cared for children and completed associated tasks such as snack preparation and picking up toys.
  • Communicated with parents about activities and behaviours.
  • Provided distractions and calming methods when necessary.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
  • Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.

Education

Certificate III - Children's Services

TAFE SA Regional
Mount Barker, SA
09.2012

Skills

  • Positive Reinforcement Methods
  • Housekeeping
  • Food Handling Preparation
  • Problem-Solving
  • Giving Medicines as Appropriate
  • Homework Support and Assistance
  • Parent Interaction
  • Changing Diapers
  • Allergy Understanding
  • School Transportation
  • Playing Puzzles and Games
  • Vacuuming and Sweeping
  • Caring and Responsible

Additional Information

  • National Police check
  • Working with children check
  • Covid-19 vaccinated

References

Shannon Barton

Fitness instructor

Bounce fitness

0403 574 614

Timeline

Before and After School Care

Private
01.2020 - Current

Crèche Member

Bounce Fitness (The Hut Community Centre)
01.2013 - 08.2023

Crèche Member

Bounce Fitness (The Hut Community Centre)
08.2012 - Current

Certificate III - Children's Services

TAFE SA Regional
Amber Francis