Brooke Crowe
Meadow Heights,VIC
Summary
In my professional career as a childcare educator it has provided myself with up-to-date knowledge and skills within the filed. I am dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children.
I am a positive and caring worker with over 28 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. i can skillfully handle every day challenges within the job while looking for opportunities to make a difference to all children's needs and cultural backgrounds along side all staff and management.
I am a detailed oriented team player wit strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects or tasks simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Educator
Greenleaves Early Learning Highlands
03.2020 - 07.2024
- Coordinated with other staff members effectively in order to provide a cohesive childcare program promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Ensured the health and safety of children by consistently monitoring their activities both indoors and outdoors.
- Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs and discuss progress reports regularly.
- Implemented hands-on learning opportunities that encouraged exploration, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills among children.
- Developed strong relationships with families, maintaining open communication channels for optimal support of each child''s growth and wellbeing.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Maintained safety and cleanliness by sterilizing toys and surfaces.
- Established a safe, secure, and inclusive classroom setting where all children felt welcomed and valued.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Supported the emotional well-being of each child by providing compassionate care during moments of distress or anxiety.
- Enhanced children''s cognitive and social development by implementing age-appropriate activities and games.
- Continuously updated knowledge on best practices through professional development workshops and training sessions for consistent improvement in teaching methodologies.
- Provided individualized instruction and support to meet personal needs of each child.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Prepared children for a seamless transition to the next level of education by focusing on key foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Contributed to the development of age-appropriate curriculum materials that aligned with state standards for early childhood education programs.
- Managed behaviou issues effectively using appropriate techniques such as redirection or time-out methods when necessary.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Intervened in disruptive behaviour, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Modeled positive behaviour and communication skills for students.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Addressed behavioural and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Supported children with additional needs
Childcare Educator ( Breaks Leader )
The Playhouse Childcare Centre
07.1999 - 02.2020
- Coordinated with other staff members effectively in order to provide a cohesive childcare program promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Ensured the health and safety of children by consistently monitoring their activities both indoors and outdoors.
- Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs and discuss progress reports regularly.
- Implemented hands-on learning opportunities that encouraged exploration, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills among children.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Supported the emotional well-being of each child by providing compassionate care during moments of distress or anxiety.
- Enhanced children''s cognitive and social development by implementing age-appropriate activities and games.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Provided individualized instruction and support to meet personal needs of each child.
- Prepared children for a seamless transition to the next level of education by focusing on key foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, meal counts, emergency contact information, ensuring compliance with state regulations.
- Managed behaviour issues effectively using appropriate techniques such as redirection or time-out methods when necessary.
- Addressed behavioural and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Taught students basic academic, behavioural, and social skills.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Modeled positive behaviour and communication skills for students.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
Education
No Degree - Certificate 3 In Children's Services
Kangan Batman T.A.F.E
Melbourne, VICAdvanced Diploma - Advanced Diploma In Children's Services
Victoria University Of Technology
Broadmeadows, VIC05.2020
Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Hygiene practices
- Positive Reinforcement
- Nutrition knowledge
- Classroom Management
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Documentation abilities
- Student Engagement
- Behavior Management
- Special Needs Support
- Strong Work Ethic
- CPR and First Aid
- Friendly and likeable
- Caring and Understanding
- Active listener
- Decision-Making
- Positive Role Model
- Loves children
- Training in food handling preparation
- Safety Monitoring
- Efficient under pressure
- Approachable
- Parent Communication
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Adept at working with special needs children
- Meal Preparation
- Gentle Discipline
- Personal Care Activities
Accomplishments
- Supervised groups of up 20 children from three months to 5 years of age.
- Managed classroom of 16 children ages 5 months to 5 years, maintaining a safe, nurturing environment.
- I can adapt well to children with special needs and accommodate to their needs and wants.
Certification
First Aid
Anaphylaxis
WWC
Child Safty
. Hard working
I am a person that can take on a lead role within the job
I am a fast learner
I adapt well to all member's of the work industry
I listen and take on instructions with the up most interest
I am reliable
I am flexible with shifts and days
Timeline
Childcare Educator
Greenleaves Early Learning Highlands
03.2020 - 07.2024
Childcare Educator ( Breaks Leader )
The Playhouse Childcare Centre
07.1999 - 02.2020
No Degree - Certificate 3 In Children's Services
Kangan Batman T.A.F.E
Advanced Diploma - Advanced Diploma In Children's Services
Victoria University Of Technology
First Aid
Anaphylaxis
WWC
Child Safty
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