Catherine Jean Ellis-Marshall
Carpendale,QLD
Summary
Enthusiastic and creative Educator with more than 10 years of experience in Early Childhood. Working as a Lead Educator I have a solid understanding of childrens individual and developmental needs. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and connects with children from diverse backgrounds. Experienced at developing engaging curriculums to suit children's interests. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Previously I have been a successful Assistant Director. Currently I'm looking for an exciting new opportunity to further my career.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Educator
Kates Place/ Kid’s Club
10.2013 - Current
- Built relationships and communicate with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Administered assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with latest educational research and best practices, translating findings into actionable improvements for the classroom.
- Established strong rapport with parents through consistent communication, supporting their involvement in the educational process and addressing concerns promptly.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary units, enhancing students'' critical thinking skills across multiple subjects.
- Adapted teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learners, differentiating instruction based on individual student needs and abilities.
- Promoted a culture of collaboration among staff members by actively participating in team meetings and contributing constructive ideas for improving teaching practices.
- Trained and supervised new teachers to apply best teaching practices and comply with policies and procedures.
Head Chef
Fiveway’s Hotel
01.2013 - 08.2013
- Running kitchen operations
- menu planning
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Hired, managed and trained kitchen staff.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
3rd Year Apprentice Chef– Qualified Chef
Highfields Tavern
12.2011 - 12.2012
- Food preparation,
- cooking and serving for services
- General cleaning duties
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
2nd Year Apprentice Chef
Fitzy Fibber Magee’s
09.2011 - 12.2011
- Food preparation, serving food, cleaning duties
2nd Year Apprentice Chef
Angel Cafe
03.2011 - 08.2011
- Food preparation, general cleaning, serving food for
- Service, coaching apprentices
2nd Year Apprentice Chef
Withcott Hotel
08.2010 - 03.2011
- Food preparation, serving food for service,
- General cleaning duties, ordering food supplies, specials
1st Year Apprentice Chef
SSS Bbq Barns
04.2010 - 08.2010
- Food preparation, meat preparation , basic
- Cleaning, dishes and preparing meals for service
1st Year Apprentice Chef
Park House Café
02.2010 - 04.2010
- Food preparation, general cleaning, cooking
- And serving food for service
Casual cashier
Five Star Supermarket
01.2007 - 01.2009
Education
Diploma Early Childhood Education Care -
Tafe Queensland
Toowoomba, QLD2017
Certificate III Early Childhood Education and Care -
Tafe Queensland
2015
Certificate III commercial cookery -
Tafe Queensland
2012
Certificate II Commercial Cookery -
Tafe Queensland
2010
Skills
- Motivated
- Flexible team player
- Loyal and dedicated
- Educational leadership
- Curriculum Development
- Team Teaching and Collaboration
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Great communication skills
- Multitasking
- Energetic
- Learning Assessments
- Problem-Solving Techniques
- Educational Games
- Parent Interaction
- Support and Education
- Daycare Management
- Feeding Guidelines Knowledge
- Daily Logs
- Structured Programming
- Behavior Guidance
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Educational Programming
- Positive Learning Environment
- Cultural Awareness
References
Jennifer McGavin
Kindergarden Teacher
0435871278
Hope Callaghan
Kindergarden Teacher
0406629760
Michelle Howard
Director
0434550960
Timeline
Lead Educator
Kates Place/ Kid’s Club
10.2013 - Current
Head Chef
Fiveway’s Hotel
01.2013 - 08.2013
3rd Year Apprentice Chef– Qualified Chef
Highfields Tavern
12.2011 - 12.2012
2nd Year Apprentice Chef
Fitzy Fibber Magee’s
09.2011 - 12.2011
2nd Year Apprentice Chef
Angel Cafe
03.2011 - 08.2011
2nd Year Apprentice Chef
Withcott Hotel
08.2010 - 03.2011
1st Year Apprentice Chef
SSS Bbq Barns
04.2010 - 08.2010
1st Year Apprentice Chef
Park House Café
02.2010 - 04.2010
Casual cashier
Five Star Supermarket
01.2007 - 01.2009
Diploma Early Childhood Education Care -
Tafe Queensland
Certificate III Early Childhood Education and Care -
Tafe Queensland
Certificate III commercial cookery -
Tafe Queensland
Certificate II Commercial Cookery -
Tafe Queensland