Angela Moynihan
Toowong, Brisbane,QLD
Summary
During my 30 years in the early childhood sector, I have developed extensive skills and knowledge in child development theory, pedagogy and practice, leadership and contemporary issues in early childhood education.
As a passionate advocate, teacher and leader I have held a range of positions that have enabled me to apply my highly developed skills and attitudes to build effective teams, guide individuals and to foster positive organisational learning environments.
Through my effective communication, organisational and interpersonal skills, I currently lead online and face- to face reflective practice discussions statewide for Gowrie QLD as their only educational leader mentor.
I am actively engaged in and committed to ongoing professional development, which maintains my drive for excellence.
Through my voluntary position as an ordinary member of the Early Childhood Australia state committee (Qld) and leader of the state subcommittee for Under 8's week, I continue to collaborate professionally with numerous stakeholders and demonstrate commitment to advocacy for children.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Service Manager /Educational Leadership Mentor
Lady Gowrie QLD
10.2021 - Current
- Building early childhood professionals' capacity, skills reflective practice and knowledge through statewide monthly community of practice meetings for Educational Leaders in Gowrie Qld Long Day and Community Kindergarten settings.
- Facilitation of collaboration and communication through digital tools such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom and Storypark.
- Promoting and ensuring development of high quality early childhood education and Kindergarten programs based on the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines (QKLG).
- To personally guide and mentor two professional placement students for their Leadership in Early Childhood unit as part of Bachelor of Early Childhood studies (2023).
- Leading high quality early childhood education and care which aligns with Gowrie Qld's vision and philosophy.
- Engage all stakeholders in the self assessment process, development and ongoing implementation of the Quality Improvement Plan as part of the NQF.
- Contribute to the development, implementation and review of organisational WH&S policies and procedures.
- Support staff members with professional development goals and performance appraisals.
- Develop strategic and sustainable measures to advance reconciliation through leading the RAP.
- Support integrated service delivery through the development of professional networks with contacts outside the Service, including child health and other specialist services, schools, parenting and family support services.
- a full time position.
Director/ Nominated Supervisor/Teacher Educational Leader
C&K West End Scott Street Community Kindergarten
01.2017 - 10.2021
- To oversee efficient operation of the service including development and implementation of organisational policies and procedures.
- Promote and support reflective practice in all staff, and commitment to continuous quality improvement.
- To lead the service team through the A&R process to improve the overall Quality Standards in all 7 areas to an exceeding rating overall.
- Developed sustainable measures to advance reconciliation through creating the service's RAP.
- To oversee planning and implementation of an educational program that focuses on current theories and pedagogy, approved frameworks, that respects and celebrates individual differences and acknowledges the multicultural nature of our community
- Be an active participant and facilitator of regular staff meetings, network and monthly committee meetings and AGM.
- To provide direction and leadership to staff, volunteers (committee of management) and vocational students to build positive and inspiring organisational culture.
- To improve the documentation process through introducing the implementation of a digital software program Storypark.
- Liaise closely with other early childhood education and care professionals through establishing network opportunities.
- To design creative, play based learning environments that are accessible and welcoming to all.
- To establish and maintain professional links with the wider community and market the kindergarten effectively.
- Full time employment
Director/Nominated Supervisor/Educational Leader/Teacher
C&K Seven Hill Community Kindergarten
05.2016 - 12.2016
- A full time, maternity leave contract.
- Ensure high quality operation of this service.
- To lead a service philosophy review.
- To lead and support staff wellbeing through change.
- To develop professional knowledge of this team through creating opportunities for regular professional conversations and professional development plans.
- To consistently facilitate inclusive practices.
- To create an educational program for two groups of 22 children using the QKLG and EYLF approved frameworks to guide curriculum decision making and enrich children's learning and development.
- Initiate and implement a regular bush kindy program including risk assessment
- Established ongoing links to the co-located state school and develop the Transition To School action plan.
Kindergarten Teacher/Educational Leader
C&K St Lucia Community Kindergarten
01.2013 - 05.2016
- Permanent part time role.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Worked as the Nominated Supervisor in the Directors absence.
- Planned and implement a program for 3-5 year olds from CALD backgrounds.
- Led critical reflection to examine program and practice and develop educators and families understandings of play based learning and the Reggio Emilia philosophy.
- Provide support the team through the A&R process.
- Provide input into playground design, improvements and upgrades.
- Provide feedback, mentoring and support to develop a pre-service teacher.
Co-Director/Teacher/Educational Leader
C&K Gaven Community Kindergarten
01.2011 - 12.2011
- Establishment of a brand new, purpose built community kindergarten.
- Created a welcoming environment which reflected the geographical context.
- Developed and organised management systems and enrolments as a brand new early childhood service.
- Participated in the recruitment and induction of staff and developed a system of performance reviews.
- Worked independently and collaboratively in a team environment, shared the Director role.
Business owner Consultant
Inspired Play.
12.2011 - 01.2013
- Whilst transitioning with my move to Brisbane and family life I created an internet based store of resources for literacy, numeracy, sustainability and multicultural imaginative play
- I created and ran workshops with kindergarten educators and presented at the C&K Early Childhood Conference "Children's right to Play" in May 2012.
- I was self motivated managing operations and consulted with customers to determine their needs.
Kindergarten Teacher
Carey Baptist Grammar School
01.2007 - 09.2010
- Carey Baptist Grammar School is a leading independent, co-educational school with 2 campuses in Melbourne, Vic.
- I worked part time with 1 group of 22 pre kindy aged children.
- Worked collaboratively with a wide range of specialist educators building on one another's strengths to enhance children's learning and development.
- Maintained professionalism as a member of a supportive team where we collaborated and challenged each other consistently at a high level through professional learning, reflective conversations and deep commitment to the Early Childhood Code of Ethics.
- Developed and implemented a bush kindy program to develop ongoing environmental education.
Kindergarten Teacher
Bialik College
01.2002 - 12.2005
- Bialik College is a leading and highly regarded private Jewish school. I was the full time early childhood teacher.
- As a member of the ELC education team I was nominated to participate in the Reggio Emilia Study tour in Italy 2003.
- Mentored many vocational placement students and local and international study tour groups to our program.
- Arranged for members of the local community to contribute to the program.
- Built strong connections with families to develop knowledge of social and cultural contexts.
- Initiated the development of a Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden program for the service.
Director/Nominated Supervisor/Kindergarten Teacher
Robina Scott Community Kindergarten
07.1999 - 12.2001
- Co-ordinated the running of a not for profit double unit kindergarten with a volunteer committee of management
- Ensured all statutory requirements were complied with.
- Provided effective leadership of the service and developed a shared understanding of the service's philosophy.
- Established an artist in residence program.
- Liaised with local children's services and schools as a professional learning network and to support effective transitions.
- Report to the volunteer committee of management monthly.
- Liaised with the Hobson's Bay City council who managed enrolments and external stakeholders such as Maternal and Child health nurse co-located on site.
E.C. Integration Teacher - Musgrave Hill SEDU
Department Of Education Qld
07.1998 - 07.1999
Consultant Director (contract)Kids Campus
Kelly Projects Developers
02.1998 - 07.1998
- Kids Campus, Parkwood, Gold Coast.
- Consulted and advised on indoor and outdoor environment design, resources and purchasing, policies and procedures, philosophy development, staff recruitment and induction.
Preschool Teacher
Southport Tiny Tots Early Learning Centre
07.1995 - 12.1998
Child Care Centre Director/ Preschool Teacher
The Yellow Brick Road
01.1993 - 06.1995
Education
Bachelor of Education -
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD11.2000
Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood) -
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD12.1992
Skills
- Effective communicator and active listener
- Ability to work under pressure and remain calm
- Self aware and empathetic
- Collaborative and supportive
- Proactive and decisive
- Adaptable and flexible
- Honest and ethical
- Organised
- Driven and committed
- Knowledgeable in early childhood development and theory
- Educational leadership
- Staff mentoring & intentional leadership
Affiliations
Ordinary Member, Reggio Emilia Information Exchange, Victoria
Additional Information
- 2020 : Leadership Program, Early Childhood Australia (ECA)
- 2022: 11 week coaching program Act For Kids - Protective Behaviours program 'Emmy and Friends'.
- 2023 : Committee Member (QLD Branch), Early Childhood Australia (ECA) https://www.earlychildhoodaustralia.org.au/state-territory-branches/qld/
- 2023 : Introduction to Leadership Coaching, Growth Coaching International
- 2023: Riding the Wave : Exploring the updated Early Years Learning Framework - 3 sessions , Catharine Hydon
- 2023: Landscapes of Curiosity and Creativity - in dialogue with the 100 languages - Reggio Emilia Conference REAIE
- 2022/2023: Wrote an article published for Gowrie QLD Statewide Connections Newsletter.
- I am a registered teacher with the Queensland College of Teachers.
Timeline
Service Manager /Educational Leadership Mentor
Lady Gowrie QLD
10.2021 - Current
Director/ Nominated Supervisor/Teacher Educational Leader
C&K West End Scott Street Community Kindergarten
01.2017 - 10.2021
Director/Nominated Supervisor/Educational Leader/Teacher
C&K Seven Hill Community Kindergarten
05.2016 - 12.2016
Kindergarten Teacher/Educational Leader
C&K St Lucia Community Kindergarten
01.2013 - 05.2016
Business owner Consultant
Inspired Play.
12.2011 - 01.2013
Co-Director/Teacher/Educational Leader
C&K Gaven Community Kindergarten
01.2011 - 12.2011
Kindergarten Teacher
Carey Baptist Grammar School
01.2007 - 09.2010
Kindergarten Teacher
Bialik College
01.2002 - 12.2005
Director/Nominated Supervisor/Kindergarten Teacher
Robina Scott Community Kindergarten
07.1999 - 12.2001
E.C. Integration Teacher - Musgrave Hill SEDU
Department Of Education Qld
07.1998 - 07.1999
Consultant Director (contract)Kids Campus
Kelly Projects Developers
02.1998 - 07.1998
Preschool Teacher
Southport Tiny Tots Early Learning Centre
07.1995 - 12.1998
Child Care Centre Director/ Preschool Teacher
The Yellow Brick Road
01.1993 - 06.1995
Bachelor of Education -
Queensland University of Technology
Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood) -
Queensland University of Technology
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