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Brigid Holles

MARRICKVILLE,NSW

Summary

Seasoned Childcare Educator with a rich history at Gowrie Childcare, adapt in fostering emotional and intellectual growth through age-appropriate activities. Demonstrates exceptional patience and empathy, alongside proficiency in early childhood education and hygiene practices. Achieved notable improvements in child behaviour and engagement, leveraging strong communication skills to build trust with parents and staff.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Causal Childcare Educator

Gowrie Childcare
03.2024 - Current
  • Maintained a safe environment by implementing appropriate safety procedures and supervising the encouraged creative expression through arts and crafts projects or dramatic play scenarios.

• Provided daily care including feeding, changing Nappies, playing games, reading stories, and rest time.

  • Ensured the health and safety of children by consistently monitoring their activities both indoors and outdoors.

OSHC Educator

Gowrie
10.2023 - Current
  • Engaged with students individually to meet emotional and physical needs.
  • Administered first aid treatments when necessary and reported any medical issues to parents immediately.
  • Developed strong relationships with children through positive reinforcement techniques such as praise and encouragement.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with parents, teachers, and other staff members.

Babysitter

Various Employer
01.2013 - Current
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.

Teachers Assistant

Erskineville Public School
05.2024 - 01.2025
  • Displayed student work and accomplishments to improve morale.
  • Encouraged student independence and academic achievement by exploring new concepts and activities.
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's academic progress and behaviour in the classroom.

Room Leader

Guardian Early Learning Centre
10.2022 - 09.2023
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child''s development, addressing concerns and celebrating milestones together.
  • Improved child behavior by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and setting clear expectations for conduct.
  • Supported children''s emotional growth through compassionate listening and guidance during challenging situations.

Childcare Worker

Mini Masterminds
04.2022 - 10.2022
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for the children by adhering to health and safety protocols.
  • Established rapport with parents during pick-up and drop-off times, fostering open lines of communication.
  • Enhanced children''s social skills by facilitating group activities and promoting positive interactions.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviours and areas in need of improvement, implementing behaviour redirection where appropriate.
  • Was the room's leaders assistant in the 0-1 room.

Childcare Worker

Kids Club Learning Center
10.2021 - 04.2022
  • Assisting the children in developing their social skills in a safe and caring atmosphere.
  • Preparing, implementing and evaluating appropriate programs for children as well as doing follow up observations.
  • Communicating regularly with families through the app or face to face.
  • Respecting diversity and being inclusive whilst considering a families cultural and/or socio-economic background.
  • Having organization skills when preparing activities as well as having flexibility skills when it comes to last minute changes and willing to help go to other centres to help out with short staffing

Childcare Worker

Reggio Emilia
08.2021 - 09.2021
  • Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
  • Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments while accounting for dietary needs and restrictions.
  • Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning and play.
  • Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
  • Balanced schedules to promote optimal rest, play and educational periods.

Childcare Worker Trainee

Hippo Friends Childcare
05.2021 - 07.2021
  • Organized supplies and instructional materials to maintain tidy classroom.
  • Assisted children with social, emotional and behavioural development.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, including eating, resting and hygiene habits.
  • Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioural issues.
  • Maintained safe, healthy and comfortable childcare environment.
  • Organized supplies and instructional materials to maintain tidy classroom.

Food And Beverage Attendant

ICC
02.2020 - 06.2021
  • Provided exceptional service that reflected restaurant standards and core values.
  • Assembled and served meals according to specific guest requirements.
  • Reconciled daily transactions, balanced cash registers and deposited restaurant's earnings at bank.
  • Welcomed and thanked guests to demonstrate appreciation for patronage,
  • Demonstrated proficient knowledge of menus, services and promotions offered to assist customers and team members.

Food Service Worker

Royal North Shore Hospital
08.2019 - 12.2019
  • Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas to conform with health codes.
  • Kept food storage and preparation equipment in good working order to maximise safety and cost-efficiency of operations.
  • Gathered ingredients and cleaned and cut food items to prep recipes.
  • Controlled portion sizes and garnishing for optimal cost controls.
  • Carried pans, kettles and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.

Waitress

Hudsons Coffee
01.2017 - 04.2019
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
  • Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
  • Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.

Cashier

McDonald's Restaurant
12.2012 - 05.2014
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.

Education

Certificate III - Early Childhood Education

TAFE NSW
Randwick, NSW
07-2021

Diploma - Music Busnies

TAFE NSW
Ultimo, NSW
12-2018

Certificate III - Music Production

TAFE NSW
Ultimo, NSW
07-2017

HSC -

St Scholastica's Ladies College
Glebe, NSW
11-2016

Skills

  • Patience and empathy
  • Age-appropriate activities
  • Early childhood education
  • Hygiene practices

Interests

  • Music
  • I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
  • Dance
  • Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes

Timeline

Teachers Assistant

Erskineville Public School
05.2024 - 01.2025

Causal Childcare Educator

Gowrie Childcare
03.2024 - Current

OSHC Educator

Gowrie
10.2023 - Current

Room Leader

Guardian Early Learning Centre
10.2022 - 09.2023

Childcare Worker

Mini Masterminds
04.2022 - 10.2022

Childcare Worker

Kids Club Learning Center
10.2021 - 04.2022

Childcare Worker

Reggio Emilia
08.2021 - 09.2021

Childcare Worker Trainee

Hippo Friends Childcare
05.2021 - 07.2021

Food And Beverage Attendant

ICC
02.2020 - 06.2021

Food Service Worker

Royal North Shore Hospital
08.2019 - 12.2019

Waitress

Hudsons Coffee
01.2017 - 04.2019

Babysitter

Various Employer
01.2013 - Current

Cashier

McDonald's Restaurant
12.2012 - 05.2014

Certificate III - Early Childhood Education

TAFE NSW

Diploma - Music Busnies

TAFE NSW

Certificate III - Music Production

TAFE NSW

HSC -

St Scholastica's Ladies College
Brigid Holles