Andrea Reck
Plainland,QLD
Summary
Dedicated daycare worker with several years of hands-on experience supervising children in safe, educational learning environment. Communicative and punctual individual versed in organizing fun activities, preparing nutritious meals and developing routines and schedules. Compassionate team player commended for excellent patience and strong sense of responsibility.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly.
Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Care Educator
Lockyer Valley Regional Council
Gatton, 170
01.2023 - 02.2025
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay current with early childhood education practices.
- Supported parents by providing information about their child's growth, nutrition requirements.
- Organized and implemented age appropriate activities to stimulate physical, emotional, social, intellectual development of the children.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle habits like exercising regularly, eating nutritious food amongst the kids.
- Administered first aid and medication in accordance with health and safety regulations.
- Established direct lines of communication with parents, notifying of concerning behavior or health issues.
- Maintained accurate records of children's attendance, progress, and health concerns.
- Assisted in developing and implementing daily routines such as snack time, outdoor playtime, nap time.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices among the children including hand washing before meals.
- Established good relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication via phone or emails.
- Assisted children with daily routines, including toileting, feeding, and nap times.
- Maintained a safe environment for all children under care by adhering to safety regulations.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
Personal Carer Assistant
Tabeel Nursing Home
Laidley, Queensland
01.2010 - 11.2012
- Provided personal care and support to clients with a range of physical and mental health needs.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Responded quickly and calmly in emergency situations involving medical crises or accidents.
- Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry, cleaning and meal preparation.
- Communicated effectively with family members regarding any changes in the patient's condition.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Assisted with set up for social events and food deliveries.
- Greeted visitors, clients and guests in a professional manner.
Education
DIPLOMA AND CERT 111 Early Education And Care Services - Early Childhood Education And Care
TAFE Queensland
QLD01-2020
Cert 111 in Aged Care -
TAFE Queensland
QLD06-2010
Skills
- Compliance and standards
- Child safety procedures
- Verbal and written communication
- Nutrition
- Patience and empathy
- Hygiene practices
- Prepare and serve meals
- Cleaning up, washing dishes, and preparing the setting up of meals according to safety regulations and policies
Certification
- Cert 111 in Aged Care Services
- Diploma and Cert 111 in Children's Services
- First Aid/Anaphylaxis -
- CPR
- Food safety and handling
- Child Protection
- Current Police check
- Blue Card
- Drivers Licence
Timeline
Child Care Educator
Lockyer Valley Regional Council
01.2023 - 02.2025
Personal Carer Assistant
Tabeel Nursing Home
01.2010 - 11.2012
DIPLOMA AND CERT 111 Early Education And Care Services - Early Childhood Education And Care
TAFE Queensland
Cert 111 in Aged Care -
TAFE Queensland
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