Ashlee Wright
Gwandalan ,NSW
Summary
Committed Early Childhood Educator with experience in creating engaging, nurturing, and inclusive environments to support child development. Strengths include knowledge of child development theories, ability to design age-appropriate activities, and effective communication skills with both children and parents. Previous work has led to improved learning outcomes and increased parental involvement in children's education process.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Shop Assistant
SPAR Gwandalan
Gwandalan
12.2024 - Current
- My family and I relocated to a new area. SPAR has been a fill-in position while I found a position in early education in my new area. It's a secondary job I enjoy casually.
- Prepared job spaces by unloading trucks, placing ladders and setting up protective equipment.
- Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
- Completed daily checklists for smooth shop operations.
- Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
- Operated cash registers, processed transactions, and handled cash accurately.
Childcare Educator
Woongarrah WLC
Woongarrah, NSW
10.2024 - Current
- Organized play areas, toys, and other learning materials to promote creative play.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to early childhood education.
- Assisted with or led story time by reading books to children.
- Supervised and monitored the safety of children in the classroom environment.
- Assisted with implementation of approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule.
- Created and assembled room displays and decorations.
- Implemented individualized educational plans based on each child's needs.
- Assisted in preparing lesson materials and bulletin board displays.
- Took class attendance and recorded absences.
- Assisted teachers with documenting student progress using established assessment tools.
- Maintained safe, clean and constantly supervised play environment.
- Supported lead teacher with daily room activities.
Childcare Lead Educator
Community Kids Empire Bay
Empire Bay, NSW
05.2016 - 12.2023
- Conducted regular assessments on the development of children's physical, cognitive and social skills.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs using EYLF standards
- Worked closely with other staff members to plan age-appropriate activities that promote physical, mental and emotional growth in children.
- Organized and managed daily schedules for children, including meal times, naps, outdoor time and educational activities.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Assisted with the development of individual child care plans for each child.
- Implemented emergency response protocols during medical emergencies or incidents involving injury.
- Supervised a team of educators and provided mentorship to junior staff members.
- Provided a safe environment for all children under supervision by implementing safety policies and procedures.
- Participated in professional development opportunities such as workshops or seminars focused on early childhood education topics.
- Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings, and increase overall student happiness.
- Lead weekly meetings with staff to discuss issues related to childcare operations.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - FIRST AID WITH CPR
First Aid Training
NSW02-2025
Some College (No Degree) - CERT IV in LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT
TAFE NSW
NSW10-2023
Some College (No Degree) - DIPLOMA OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
TAFE NSW
NSW10-2021
Some College (No Degree) - YEAR 10 CERTIFICATE
MACKSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
Macksville, NSW12-2006
Skills
- Individualized support
- Behavioral modeling
- Relationship building
- Cultural awareness
- Teaching strategies
- Storytelling techniques
- Circle time management
- Motor skill development
- Safety awareness
- Problem-solving
- Child safety procedures
- Arts and crafts
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Clear communication
- Time management
- Behavioral management
- Lesson differentiation
- Empathy and patience
- Parent-teacher communication
- Curriculum development
- Fine motor skills
- Special education
- Preparing meals
- Child's CPR certified
- Outdoor play
- Early childhood education specialist
- Health and safety
- Team collaboration
- Creative expression
- Early literacy
- Gross motor skills
Timeline
Shop Assistant
SPAR Gwandalan
12.2024 - Current
Childcare Educator
Woongarrah WLC
10.2024 - Current
Childcare Lead Educator
Community Kids Empire Bay
05.2016 - 12.2023
Some College (No Degree) - FIRST AID WITH CPR
First Aid Training
Some College (No Degree) - CERT IV in LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT
TAFE NSW
Some College (No Degree) - DIPLOMA OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
TAFE NSW
Some College (No Degree) - YEAR 10 CERTIFICATE
MACKSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL