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Belinda McKenzie

Koo Wee Rup,Victoria

Summary

Attentive and creative Early Childhood Educator passionate about helping young children develop emotional, social and learning skills. Successful in designing and leading an educational program that sparks creativity, encourages confidence and nurtures each child's growth and development. Adept at building strong and trusting relationships with children of all ages and collaborating with families to ensure positive outcomes for their children.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Early Childhood Educator (Room Leader)

Aussie Kindies ELC
Frankston
04.2021 - Current
  • Provided a safe and stimulating learning environment for young children.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, social and intellectual development of children
  • Ensured compliance with relevant regulations such as health and safety standards
  • Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships
  • Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods

Centre Cook

Langpark ELC & Kindergarten
Langwarrin
03.2017 - 04.2021
  • Preparation of a nutritious morning tea, lunch & afternoon tea in accordance with the dietary requirements of each age group
  • Extensive experience with menu planning, stock ordering/control & communicating with suppliers
  • Thorough knowledge of food safety plans, council regulations & record keeping.

Centre Cook

Wallaby Childcare
Sandringham
01.2016 - 03.2017
  • Preparation of a nutritious morning tea, lunch & afternoon tea in accordance with the dietary requirements of each age group
  • Extensive experience with menu planning, stock ordering/control & communicating with suppliers
  • Thorough knowledge of food safety plans, council regulations & record keeping.

Education

Diploma of Early Childhood Education And Care -

Industry Graduates (Education) ITFE
11-2022

Graduate Certificate of Environmental Health Practice -

Flinders University
01.2015

Bachelor of Applied Science (Family & Consumer Studies) -

Deakin University
01.2000

Bachelor of Arts (Double Major: English & Sociology) -

Monash University
01.1996

Victorian Certificate of Education -

Coomoora Secondary College
01.1993

Skills

  • Preparing, leading and implementing an educational program
  • Developing stimulating and educational learning environments
  • Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and the National Quality Framework
  • Building professional and positive relationships with the children and families
  • Strong communication skills and a strong work ethic
  • Eager to expand knowledge and committed to professional development

Certification

  • First Aid - Provide an emergency first aid response in an education & care setting, HLTAID004, 2021
  • CPR/Anaphylaxis/Asthma, HLTAID001, 2021
  • Food Safety Supervisor, HLTFS309C/HLTFS310C, 2023
  • Current Working With Children Check

References

Available on request

Timeline

Early Childhood Educator (Room Leader)

Aussie Kindies ELC
04.2021 - Current

Centre Cook

Langpark ELC & Kindergarten
03.2017 - 04.2021

Centre Cook

Wallaby Childcare
01.2016 - 03.2017

Diploma of Early Childhood Education And Care -

Industry Graduates (Education) ITFE

Graduate Certificate of Environmental Health Practice -

Flinders University

Bachelor of Applied Science (Family & Consumer Studies) -

Deakin University

Bachelor of Arts (Double Major: English & Sociology) -

Monash University

Victorian Certificate of Education -

Coomoora Secondary College

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