Anuj Desai
Early Childhood Teacher
Vermont South,Victoria
Summary
Qualified Early Childhood teacher, 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 with play based strategies and techniques including Reggio Emilia approach to promote overall health and wellness.
Strong understanding of and commitment to Early Childhood Practice that is informed by the Early Years Learning Framework, Children’s Rights, Social Justice and Inclusive Practices.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Teacher (Room Leader)
Only About Children
06.2022 - Current
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Assisted and worked in conjunction with speech pathologist, clinical psychologists to help create a positive environment for children with special needs in the preschool room ranging from autism to global developmental delay to sensory issues.
- Lead the preschool team and took accountability of curriculum planning, observation reports, individual development plans and school-readiness programs.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Applied play-based strategies/ Reggio-Emilia approach to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Behavioural Therapy Assistant
Good Life Services
08.2023 - Current
- Provided direct support to young children with autism, implementing individualised behaviour therapy programs under supervision.
- Received ongoing hands-on training in behavior therapy techniques and strategies to enhance therapeutic outcomes.
- Followed guidelines from experienced Therapy Supervisors, incorporating feedback and supervision to improve service delivery.
- Utilised Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) techniques to facilitate learning, positive behaviour changes, and skill acquisition.
- Worked closely with families to support the development of children's communication, social, and adaptive skills.
Early Childhood Teacher
Only About Children
04.2021 - 06.2022
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Assisted and supervised 30 children through entire school day.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
Early Childhood Educator Internship
Toongabbie Preschool Kindergarten
12.2020 - 04.2021
- Assisted senior educators in educating children in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters using Reggio-Emilia approach.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Education
Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood Education -
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT)
Melbourne, VIC04.2021
Skills
- Play-based Learning
- Behavioural Analysis
- Cooperative Learning
- Curriculum Development / Lesson Planning
- Experiential Learning
- Individual Education/Learning Plans (IEP's)
- Effective Communication
- Differentiated Instruction
Timeline
Behavioural Therapy Assistant
Good Life Services
08.2023 - Current
Early Childhood Teacher (Room Leader)
Only About Children
06.2022 - Current
Early Childhood Teacher
Only About Children
04.2021 - 06.2022
Early Childhood Educator Internship
Toongabbie Preschool Kindergarten
12.2020 - 04.2021
Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood Education -
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT)
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