Carissa Cottam
Toongabbie,NSW
Summary
Dedicated childcare professional with a strong background at Woolworths, skilled in implementing age-appropriate activities and fostering positive relationships with families. Known for enhancing children's cognitive development through creative lesson planning and play-based learning. Committed to maintaining a safe and inclusive environment while demonstrating patience and empathy in all interactions.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cashier
Woolworths
- 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.
- Communicated with children's guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- 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.
- Streamlined daily routines, resulting in increased efficiency and smoother classroom operations.
- Continuously updated knowledge on best practices through professional development workshops and training sessions for consistent improvement in teaching methodologies.
- 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.
- Promoted positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a nurturing learning environment for all children.
- 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.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
- Contributed to the development of age-appropriate curriculum materials that aligned with state standards for early childhood education programs.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, meal counts, emergency contact information, ensuring compliance with state regulations.
- Devised creative lesson plans, incorporating diverse teaching strategies to cater to different learning styles.
- 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.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
Diploma Childcare Educator
Little Adventures Child Care
2023 - Current
- 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.
- Communicated with children's guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- 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.
- Streamlined daily routines, resulting in increased efficiency and smoother classroom operations.
- Continuously updated knowledge on best practices through professional development workshops and training sessions for consistent improvement in teaching methodologies.
- 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.
- Promoted positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a nurturing learning environment for all children.
- 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.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
- Contributed to the development of age-appropriate curriculum materials that aligned with state standards for early childhood education programs.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, meal counts, emergency contact information, ensuring compliance with state regulations.
- Devised creative lesson plans, incorporating diverse teaching strategies to cater to different learning styles.
- 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.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
2IC Manager
Early Beginnings
10.2021 - 07.2023
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting teamwork, open communication channels, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Enhanced team performance with comprehensive training programs, skill development workshops, and continuous feedback.
- Improved team productivity by streamlining daily operations and implementing efficient processes.
- Conducted employee training sessions to educate employees on products and company policies.
Room Assistant
Reggio Emila Childcare
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Maintained inventory of cleaning supplies and reported low stock levels to supervisors in a timely manner.
- Received recognition for exceptional attention to detail while maintaining rooms, leading to increased guest satisfaction ratings.
- Performed routine inspections of rooms for any maintenance issues, reporting findings to appropriate departments for resolution promptly.
- Provided support during special events at the hotel, ensuring proper setup and breakdown of event spaces as needed.
- Efficiently handled emergency situations according to established guidelines, ensuring guest safety and minimizing property damage.
Education
Diploma of Early Childhood Education And Care - Childcare
New Direction Trainings
08.2022
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Age-appropriate activities
- Hygiene practices
- CPR training
- Verbal and written communication
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Parent-teacher communication
- Curriculum planning
- Nutrition
- Practical learning
- Special needs support
- Documentation
- Creative lesson planning
- Child safety procedures
- Language development
- CPR and first aid
- Strong work ethic
- Friendly and likeable
- Activity planning
- Active listener
- Play-based learning
- Decision-making
- Positive role model
- Health and safety
- Child development
- Child safety
- Training in food handling preparation
- Problem-solving
- First aid training
- Parent communication
- Cognitive development
- Behavior modeling
Certification
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Timeline
2IC Manager
Early Beginnings
10.2021 - 07.2023
Room Assistant
Reggio Emila Childcare
01.2020 - 06.2020
Cashier
Woolworths
Diploma Childcare Educator
Little Adventures Child Care
2023 - Current
Diploma of Early Childhood Education And Care - Childcare
New Direction Trainings
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