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
Adelaide Hills, SA
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)
Adelaide Hills, SA
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)
Adelaide Hills, SA
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, SA09.2012
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