Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Timeline
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Annabelle Gibbons

Springwood

Summary

Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness. Am organised and a dependable candidate who is successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Childcare Educator

Kids Academy Penrith
02.2018 - 11.2023
  • Follow and adhere to the National Quality Frameworks and follow policies and procedures
  • Maintain a safe, secure and respectful environment for all children
  • Complete and submitted monthly Observations, Followups and Evaluations. Extending into Summative Assessments, Children's Behavioural Assessments, Reports and Checklists
  • Completed a leadership role as 2ic Room and acted Room Leader in absence for 4 years in all rooms with ages from 6 weeks-12 years old
  • Been responsible for supervising and taking care of 50 children in one room, on a daily basis
  • Maintained the supervision and responsibility of maintaining a duty of care for over 110 children in centre, on a daily basis
  • Completed Child safety and protection and understand the Duty of Care and Mandatory Reporting
  • Experienced working with children of all Ages, Cultures, Additional needs, Disabilities and been assigned ISS for the Children with learning disabilities and assorted Diagnosis such as- ADHD, Autism; Verbal and Non Verbal
  • Maintained safety and cleanliness by sterilising toys and surfaces. Adhering to work health and safety policies and procedures.
  • Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
  • Communicated with children's guardians about daily activities, behaviours and related issues.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Documented behaviour, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.

Unit Leader - Volunteer

Girl Guides Australia
04.2021 - Current

Mentoring young girls to become independent, self respecting members of our community. Collaboration through team work and leadership development. Attends camps and events.

Adhere to strict CSCF ( Child Safe Child Friendly) policies.

An extremely rewarding volunteer role.


I have been involved with Girl Guides since I was 8 years old, gaining many skills along the way, now as an Adult I have the opportunity to give back to my community.


Childcare Educator

Penrith Early Learning Centre
11.2023 - Current
  • Coordinated with other staff members effectively in order to provide a cohesive childcare program promoting teamwork and collaboration.
  • Ensured the health and safety of children by consistently monitoring their activities both indoors and outdoors.
  • Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs and discuss progress reports regularly.
  • Implemented hands-on learning opportunities that encouraged exploration, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills among children.
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.

Education

Certificate IV in Fitness - Health And Fitness

Fit College
Penrith, NSW
12.2024

Certificate III in Fitness - Health And Fitness

TAFE
TAFE Kingswood
06.2024

University Certificate in Workforce Essentials - Workforce Essentials

Charles Sturt University
Bathurst, NSW
04.2023

Certificate IV - Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care

Institute of Training + Further Education
07.2022

Certificate III - Certificate||| in Early Childhood Education & Care

Australian Early Childhood College
06.2019

High School Diploma -

Winmalee High School
Winmalee, NSW
09.2017

Skills

  • Behaviour Management
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Excellent Communication
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Organisation and Time Management
  • Strong Computer Skills
  • Emotionally Supportive
  • Active Listener
  • Positive Role Model
  • Mentor

Certification

  • First Aid & CPR
  • National Police Check
  • WWCC

References

Vanessa Harris

0420269663


Dianne Strahan

0414406239 


Catriona Green

0439301319


Timeline

Childcare Educator

Penrith Early Learning Centre
11.2023 - Current

Unit Leader - Volunteer

Girl Guides Australia
04.2021 - Current

Childcare Educator

Kids Academy Penrith
02.2018 - 11.2023

Certificate IV in Fitness - Health And Fitness

Fit College

Certificate III in Fitness - Health And Fitness

TAFE

University Certificate in Workforce Essentials - Workforce Essentials

Charles Sturt University

Certificate IV - Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care

Institute of Training + Further Education

Certificate III - Certificate||| in Early Childhood Education & Care

Australian Early Childhood College

High School Diploma -

Winmalee High School
Annabelle Gibbons