Carolyn Petritsch
Phillip Bay,NSW
Summary
Focused Administrator committed to maintaining productive and quality-driven environment. Collaborative and versatile professional with expertise in employee relations, strategic planning and report preparation. Skilled at easily transcending cultural differences. Diligent and detail-oriented Administrator with proven history in successful team management. Professionally coordinate files, correspondence and resources to boost productivity and facilitate operations. Skilled in general office processes and optimization strategies. Attentive and creative Early Childhood Educator, 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
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
Gowrie Malabar
Malabar, NSW
05.2023 - Current
- Provided a safe and stimulating learning environment for young children.
- Developed age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, social and intellectual development of children.
- Observed and monitored the behavior of children in order to ensure safety and provide positive guidance.
- Implemented appropriate strategies to manage challenging behaviors.
- Assisted with planning, preparing and serving meals according to dietary requirements.
- Organized indoor and outdoor playtime activities to promote physical and mental development of children.
- Encouraged creativity through art, music, dramatic play and other creative activities.
- Maintained accurate records of each child's progress including daily observations and anecdotal notes.
- Collaborated with parents in order to discuss their child's progress or any concerns they may have had regarding their child's development or behavior.
- Fostered an atmosphere that encourages respect for all individuals regardless of gender, race or religion.
- Provided guidance on personal hygiene habits such as hand washing and teeth brushing.
- Attended team meetings with other educators in order to share best practices or discuss any issues related to childcare services.
- Maintained a clean classroom environment ensuring toys are sanitized regularly.
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulations such as health and safety standards.
- Promoted effective communication between staff members by participating actively in team meetings.
- Assisted students with special needs by providing additional support when required.
- Contributed towards creating a curriculum based on developmental milestones set out by Early Years Foundation Stage.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Stuck to daily routines to help children feel comfortable and promote development.
- Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
- Directed and supervised children during field trips and special activities.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings and increase overall student happiness.
- Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
- Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Integrated technology into lesson plans.
Cartoon Kingdom
Daniel Cohen
Bondi Junction, NSW
02.2023 - Current
- Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Instructed children on good sanitary habits when washing hands, using bathroom or eating.
- Guided children through engaging and productive activities to foster fun learning environment.
- Communicated daily with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Used positive reinforcement and behavior modeling to instill discipline in children.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
Child Care Educator
Randstad
NSW, NSW
02.2023 - Current
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play and learning and developmental activities.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
- Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues.
- Observed behavioral issues to alert parents or guardians.
- Escorted children on outings and trips to promote enrichment and maintain safety.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Integrated technology into lesson plans.
Outpatients Administration Supervisor
Uniting War Memorial
Sydney , NSW
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Improved office organization by developing filing system and customer database protocols.
- Appraised, forecasted and determined conditions and strategies to achieve goals and objectives.
- Followed up with customer accounts to resolve unpaid or past due accounts.
- Checked office stock to determine supply levels and maintain inventory.
- Monitored payroll, credit card purchases and invoicing to prevent financial errors.
- Answered telephones to take messages or redirect calls to appropriate colleagues.
- Recruited, trained and developed administrative team to support corporate growth and objectives.
- Conducted staff performance evaluations to monitor progress and individual skills.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Recruited, interviewed and selected employees to fill vacant roles.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
SAE SYDNEY
Surry Hills, NSW12.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Counselling And Psychology
AIPC
QLDSome College (No Degree) - Cert III Early Childhood Education
TAFE NSW
Sydney Skills
- MS Office
- Multiple Priorities Management
- Training and Development
- Project Management
- Curriculum Planning
- Special Needs Education
- Developmental Needs
- Individualized Support
- Behavioral Modeling
- Motor Skill Development
- Managing Activities
- Child's CPR Certified
- Arts and Crafts
- Managing Supplies
- Lesson Planning
- Goal Setting
- Safety Awareness
- Curriculum Design
- Restocking Supplies
- Special Education
Affiliations
- Art
- Crafts
- Cognitive developing and skill enhancing activities.
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
Gowrie Malabar
05.2023 - Current
Cartoon Kingdom
Daniel Cohen
02.2023 - Current
Child Care Educator
Randstad
02.2023 - Current
Outpatients Administration Supervisor
Uniting War Memorial
01.2022 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
SAE SYDNEY
Some College (No Degree) - Counselling And Psychology
AIPC
Some College (No Degree) - Cert III Early Childhood Education
TAFE NSW
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