Carol Hillier
Hallett Cove,SA
Summary
Attentive and creative professional passionate about helping young children develop emotional, social and educational skills. Familiar with developmentally appropriate activities and experienced by providing nurturing environments conducive to learning. Promote physical, emotional and social health to complement academic progress.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Customer Banking Specialist
Commonwealth Bank
Adelaide, South Australia
04.2005 - 09.2025
- Assisted customers with account inquiries and banking services, ensuring efficient service delivery.
- Processed transactions accurately utilising banking software and systems, maintaining high precision.
- Educated clients on product offerings and digital banking tools, enhancing user engagement.
- Supported compliance efforts by adhering to established banking procedures and regulations.
- Resolved customer issues promptly, contributing to improved satisfaction levels.
Student Early Childhood Educator
Edge Early learning
Mount Barker, SA
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Maintained safe, nurturing classroom environment for all students.
- Encouraged creative expression through art, music, dance, and drama activities.
- Facilitated positive relationships between students and families through effective communication.
- Assisted with daily living skills, including feeding, dressing, and hygiene practices.
- Led outdoor playtime activities to enhance physical development and engagement.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to uphold a secure environment for children.
- Promoted social development by instilling good manners and understanding of others.
- Utilised positive reinforcement methods to encourage desirable behaviors.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hounsdown Secondary School
United Kingdom07-1982
Some College (No Degree) - Diploma in Professional Cooking
Highbury College of Technology
United KingdomSome College (No Degree) - Financial Services
Commonwealth Bank of Australia
Adelaide, SASome College (No Degree) - Cert III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Australian College of Teacher Aides and Childcare
QLDSkills
- Practical learning strategies
- Empathy and patience
- Health and safety practices
- Arts and crafts activities
- Positive reinforcement techniques
- Clear communication skills
- Active listening abilities
- Behavioral modeling techniques
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Play-based learning approaches
- Cultural awareness initiatives
Certification
- Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Affiliations
- I am an active person who enjoys sailing, gardening, walking, and swimming
- I have three young grandchildren, whom I love spending time with
- I worked for the CBA for 20 years and loved my role in assisting people with all their financial needs
- I now wish to put my new skills to encouraging children to grow into fulfilled and happy young adults
References
- Tenae Rapisarda, Assistant Director of Edge Early Learning, Adelaide Road, Mount Barker
- Tina Sharpe, director of Edge Early Learning, Adelaide Road, Mount Barker
- Phone (08) 8317 5338, adelaiderd@edgeearlylearning.com.au
Timeline
Student Early Childhood Educator
Edge Early learning
06.2025 - 08.2025
Customer Banking Specialist
Commonwealth Bank
04.2005 - 09.2025
High School Diploma -
Hounsdown Secondary School
Some College (No Degree) - Diploma in Professional Cooking
Highbury College of Technology
Some College (No Degree) - Financial Services
Commonwealth Bank of Australia
Some College (No Degree) - Cert III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Australian College of Teacher Aides and Childcare