Brooke Conboy
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Compassionate Early Childhood Teacher with experience in delivering engaging lessons and fostering creative environments for young learners. Strengths include strong communication skills, the ability to build relationships with children and parents, and a deep understanding of child development principles.
As a Teacher and Educator, have effectively implemented teaching strategies that support both emotional and developmental growth for all children. Relationships are at the forefront of my teaching philosophy and these are built, developed and maintained from the start.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Teacher
Sparkways
Doreen, Victoria
12.2022 - Current
- Established a safe, healthy and nurturing environment for the children in my care.
- Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
- Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication.
- Created an atmosphere conducive to learning through stimulating materials and resources.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Assessed children's abilities, strengths, interests and needs through observations.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create an engaging program that met the diverse needs of all learners.
Early Childhood Educator
Guardian Childcare & Education
Melbourne, Victoria
04.2021 - 01.2023
- Built positive relationships with colleagues, families and children
- Managed classroom behaviour using positive reinforcement and constructive feedback to promote a respectful and safe learning environment.
- Utilised a variety of teaching methods, including play, storytelling, and creative arts, to stimulate children's cognitive and social development.
- Applied early childhood education theories and practices to assess learning materials and curriculum effectiveness.
- Facilitated social interactions among students during playtime or group activities.
- Maintained clean, well-kept classroom to encourage children to create, explore and play with confidence.
- Provided assistance to children with their daily routines and activities.
- Maintained safe, clean and constantly supervised play environment.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations pertaining to health, safety, nutrition, and hygiene standards.
Disability Support Worker
Hire Up
Melbouren, Victoria
06.2019 - 08.2021
- Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation, and family visits to maintain schedule.
- Transported clients to appointments, social events, and other activities as needed.
- Provided assistance in the home environment including meal preparation and light housekeeping.
- Collaborated with other professionals.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as eating, dressing, and grooming.
- Provided emotional support and company to clients.
- Encouraged independence by teaching skills needed for everyday life.
- Managed challenging behaviours through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Organised recreational and educational activities for clients according to individual needs.
Massage Therapist
Self-employed
Melbourne, Victoria
11.2003 - 01.2014
- Consulted with physiotherapists, chiropractors, physicians, and psychologists to develop client treatment plans.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with massage therapy trends and techniques.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on client assessments and preferences.
- Provided therapeutic massage treatments to clients, including Swedish, deep tissue, and sports massages.
- Applied knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology to inform massage techniques and avoid contraindications.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment while adhering to safety protocols.
Early Childhood Educator
Defence and ABC Childcare
Southbank , Victoria
03.2001 - 12.2004
- Built positive relationships with colleagues, families and children
- Managed classroom behaviour using positive reinforcement and constructive feedback to promote a respectful and safe learning environment.
- Utilised a variety of teaching methods, including play, storytelling, and creative arts, to stimulate children's cognitive and social development.
- Applied early childhood education theories and practices to assess learning materials and curriculum effectiveness.
- Facilitated social interactions among students during playtime or group activities.
- Maintained clean, well-kept classroom to encourage children to create, explore and play with confidence.
- Provided assistance to children with their daily routines and activities.
- Maintained safe, clean and constantly supervised play environment.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations pertaining to health, safety, nutrition, and hygiene standards.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Education
Australian Catholic University
Melbourne, VIC11-2022
Skills
- Team player
- Adaptable
- Creative
- Strong conflict-resolution skills
- Leader
- Patient
- Receptive to others' needs
- Classroom management
Timeline
Early Childhood Teacher
Sparkways
12.2022 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Guardian Childcare & Education
04.2021 - 01.2023
Disability Support Worker
Hire Up
06.2019 - 08.2021
Massage Therapist
Self-employed
11.2003 - 01.2014
Early Childhood Educator
Defence and ABC Childcare
03.2001 - 12.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Early Education
Australian Catholic University