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Anna Manalis

Perth

Summary

I am a highly motivated early childhood educator, possessing strong contemporary professional knowledge and have experience working and teaching in a diverse range of fields and contexts. Through my professional and life experience, I have developed excellent skills in many areas, such as, effective communication, the ability to see different perspectives as well as building positive reciprocal relationships. I encourage diversity and inclusivity, being reflective, flexible, creative and innovative and work both independently and collaboratively to achieve shared goals and promote a culture of excellence. Completing a Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Studies in July 2024 at Edith Cowan University has provided me with the knowledge, skills and tools to continue my passion for teaching into an early childhood educator role. I am a highly motivated and organised professional, who is energetic and passionate. I have the skills to intentionally plan and implement engaging experiences for students to learn and grow, encouraging them to build social and emotional capacity, problem solving skills and develop effective literacy and numeracy skills. My inspiration for teaching and learning is strength-based and holistic. Guided by the WA Curriculum and The Early Years Learning Framework, my practice encompasses theoretical perspectives through a play-based approach, encouraging and engaging children through purposeful and meaningful learning experiences. My warm, kind nature inspires a positive energy and environment to support students’ learning and development, creating a welcoming, safe space for students, families, community and colleagues.

Work History

Early Childhood Educator

Department Of Education
08.2024 - Current
  • Built positive reciprocal relationships with students, families and colleagues.
  • Supported students’ social skills development through collaborative experiences.
  • Delivered play-based strategies and hands-on experiences to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that encouraged respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students, families and colleagues.
  • Supported students diverse needs, creating modified learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
  • Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling and imaginative play.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve learning outcomes.
  • Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum, creating a positive, safe classroom environment.
  • Strengthened parent-teacher relationships through consistent communication, increasing parental involvement in the classroom and home environments.
  • Contributed to staff meetings and professional learning communities, sharing insights and strategies for continuous improvement of teaching practices.
  • Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples in learning experiences.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, sharing best practices to improve overall instruction quality endorsing a whole school approach to learning, development, growth and academic achievements.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Edith Cowan University
Perth, WA
07.2024

Skills

  • Building positive relationships
  • Effective communication
  • Collaborative work ethic
  • Collaborative, planning
  • Knowing students and identifying their strengths and abilities
  • Engaging students in learning
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Reflective teaching practice
  • Flexible and creative
  • Positive behaviour management
  • Safety awareness
  • Educational technology
  • Problem-solving
  • Openness to learning and feedback to improve practice and skills

Timeline

Early Childhood Educator

Department Of Education
08.2024 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Edith Cowan University
Anna Manalis