Amy Stephens
Kanahooka,NSW
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Hardworking, reliable and loyal with strong ability in connecting with others. I have a very team-oriented mentality and pride myself on using a collaborative approach to achieve team happiness, wellbeing and productivity.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Centre Director
Stanwell Park Preschool
Stanwell Park , NSW
05.2023 - Current
- Demonstrates collaborative leadership when making decisions on work processes and procedures.
- Works successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish service philosophy and goals.
- Creates an environment that fosters positive relationships between parents, children, staff members, and volunteers/casual workers.
- Manages parent/family grievances with respect and a positive partnership approach.
- Plans and implements parent/family meetings/evenings to collaborate and gain understanding on individual family understandings and create a cohesive collaborative environment within the service.
- Developed policies, procedures, and educational programs in accordance with state regulations.
- Ensure daily ratio's and staffing qualifications are in line with regulations and always kept up to date and on record.
- Conducted monthly meetings with educators to discuss team goals, curriculum, safety concerns, and other service based needs/issues.
- Monitored daily operations of the early childhood service including staffing rosters/schedules, budgeting, and record/policy keeping.
- Ensured compliance with local, state and federal laws related to childcare programs.
- Provided guidance and support to educators on best practices for classroom management, circle of security and other necessary ECE topics and understandings.
- Organized professional development opportunities for educators to enhance their knowledge of evolving Early Childhood Education and Care topics/concepts.
- Collaborated with community organizations to provide resources for families enrolled in the service.
- Managed excursion calendars, risk assessments, permissions and ratios. Specifically Bush walks and our service focus on bush Kinder/land learning.
- Reviewed applications from prospective families interested in enrolling their children in the service.
- Maintained accurate records of children's health screenings, immunisations and developmental progress.
- Established partnerships with local schools to ensure positive transition to school processes.
- Progressive experience in using digital Management system (OWNA) for enrolment, attendance, accounting, policies/procedures and more.
- Served as a mentor for new educators by providing guidance on classroom management strategies and the effective running of the preschool environment as a team.
- Attended workshops and seminars related to early childhood education trends and best practices.
- Communicated with parents/guardians/families and fostered strong professional relationships.
- Inspected facility and activities to monitor workplace health and safety procedures and needs.
- Oversaw daily activities and programs.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan individualized learning experiences for students with additional needs.
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of staff attendance and absences.
- Assisting with the recruitment process by scheduling interviews for potential candidates.
- Interviewed, hired, mentored and monitored qualified Early Education staff.
- Created and maintained a safe, secure, and nurturing environment for the children and educators within the service.
- Assisted teachers in developing lesson plans,educational programs and recording children's development that align with state standards and the EYLF V.2.
Educator
Balgownie ELC
Balgownie, NSW
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Worked successfully and collaboratively with diverse group of collegues to accomplish team goals and address topics related to our program, planning, routines, childcare environments etc.
- Developed and implemented programs to meet the individual needs of children using the Early Years Learning Framework as a guide.
- Created a safe, comfortable learning environment for students by establishing positive relationships with them.
- Organized activities and resources to promote student engagement in learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices in teaching methods.
- Engaged parents in their children's education by providing regular updates about children's learning and classroom activities.
- Attended professional development workshops and seminars to stay abreast of new trends in education.
- Encouraged positive self-esteem and mutual respect for others while instilling joy of learning and discovery.
Centre Director (Maternity Leave Position)
Point Street ELC
Bulli, NSW
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve operational processes and organisational efficiency.
- Directed the organisation's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Collaborated with approved providers and team members to set long-term objectives for the team and service.
- Assisted in the Assessment and Rating Process for evaluation against the National Quality Standards.
- Assisted in finding ways to enhance outcomes for children within our care across all standards.
- Assisted educators in professional development opportunities that met their professional needs and interests.
- Navigated Covid-19 by implementing new processes and procedure's per government recommendations and assisting families to understand and feel safe with their children in care during these processes.
- Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with National Regulations and standards.
- Provided guidance on regulatory requirements related to accreditation processes.
- Used Quick Kids (QK) Childcare Management Software to enter and enrol children, manage accounts etc.
- Assist the team in creating effective educational programs, look at new ways to communicate and present learning to families (discussions on introduction of digital platform such as OWNA).
- Supporting the Educational Leader within their role and responsibilities.
- Managed services WHS, evacuation procedures and requirements, children's medical requirements/medical management plans.
Early Childhood Educator
Balgownie ELC
Balgownie, NSW
07.2020 - 12.2020
- Worked with a motivated team, communicating openly and constructively to reach agreed outcomes.
- Provided a safe and stimulating learning environment for young children.
- Developed age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, social and intellectual development of children.
- Observed and monitored the behavior of children in order to ensure safety and provide positive guidance.
- Worked cohesively and collaboratively to devise appropriate strategies to overcome challenging behaviors in children.
- Assisted with planning, preparing and serving meals according to dietary requirements.
- Maintained updated ECE knowledge through continuing education and professional training.
Early Childhood Educator/Room Leader/2IC Manager
Time 4 Kindy
Miranda, NSW
01.2006 - 07.2019
- Held room leader, 2IC, Educational Leader and admin roles.
- Managed several of these roles at the same time with positive outcomes within the service for families, children and educators.
- Completed Certificate III, Diploma and ECT levels of qualification whilst working full time in service.
- Provided a safe and stimulating learning environment for young children.
- Built strong and professional relationships with the services families resulting in strong community ties and continuation of generational enrolments within the service.
- Assisted in introducing and navigating the new learning framework (EYLF V1) to the service and educators in 2009.
- Participated in several Assessment and Rating processes or spontaneous Department of Educations Visits.
- Developed age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, social and intellectual development of children.
- Assisted with rostering, room management, policy making, team building, ordering of stock and resources for service.
Education
Provide First Aid in An Education And Care Setting - First Aid HTLAID012 & HTLAID11 & HTLAID10
AFS Training
Queensland 08-2023
CPR HTLAID009 - First Aid Certificate
AFS Training
Queensland08-2023
Bachelor of Education Early Childhood Teaching - Education
University New England
Armidale04-2020
Diploma - Wave Learning
ECTARC
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
ECTARC
01-2007
High School Certificate -
Bulli High School
Bulli12-2005
Working With Children Check - Expiry Dec 2024
WWC0557007E
Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Social Perceptiveness
- First Aid/CPR
- Valid WWCC
- Organization and Time Management
- Data Entry
- Communication
- Leadership
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Excellent Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Goal Setting
- Valid NSW Drivers license
References
- Kim Johnston- Work colleague: ECT and Educational Leader at Stanwell Park Preschool
Ph: 0427 775 077
- Rebecca Moran- Past owner and Approved Provider of Time 4 Kindy, Miranda. Current owner and Approved Provider of Balgownie ELC and Point Street ELC
Ph: 0432 954 265
- Merran Toth- Current owner and Approved Provider of Sandon Point ELC and Point Street ELC, Bulli.
Ph: 0404 282 066
Timeline
Centre Director
Stanwell Park Preschool
05.2023 - Current
Educator
Balgownie ELC
01.2023 - 05.2023
Centre Director (Maternity Leave Position)
Point Street ELC
01.2021 - 12.2021
Early Childhood Educator
Balgownie ELC
07.2020 - 12.2020
Early Childhood Educator/Room Leader/2IC Manager
Time 4 Kindy
01.2006 - 07.2019
Provide First Aid in An Education And Care Setting - First Aid HTLAID012 & HTLAID11 & HTLAID10
AFS Training
CPR HTLAID009 - First Aid Certificate
AFS Training
Bachelor of Education Early Childhood Teaching - Education
University New England
Diploma - Wave Learning
ECTARC
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
ECTARC
High School Certificate -
Bulli High School
Working With Children Check - Expiry Dec 2024
WWC0557007E
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