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Celeste Farrell

LANGWARRIN,VIC

Summary

With over 20 years of experience in early childhood education and the completion of a Bachelor's degree in 2023, I bring extensive knowledge and expertise to the role of a Teacher. Throughout my career, I have developed skills in creating and implementing comprehensive lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles. By fostering collaborative learning environments, I have successfully established calm and inclusive spaces for children and staff using adaptive teaching strategies and a positive outlook. My reliability and flexibility allow me to adapt seamlessly to changing needs while maintaining strong organizational and communication skills. These communication skills also enable me to build positive relationships with families, providing them with the support and nurturing they need throughout their child's educational journey. Additionally, I have participated in programs such as Bush Kinder sessions and Wayapa Wurrk, which promote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge and perspectives. Furthermore, I am deeply passionate about delivering a play-based program that promotes children's individual learning and contributes to a nurturing and engaging learning atmosphere.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Kindergarten Teacher

South Mornington Preschool
06.2020 - Current
  • Kindergarten Teacher for 3/4 year old multi age group.
  • Built strong relationships with children and families and created a safe, nurturing learning environment.
  • Involved in mid year assessments and transition statements.
  • Liaisons with other specialist and educational professionals such as PSFO, Occupational therapists, Speech therapists, inclusion support workers and Primary School teachers
  • Held parent teacher meetings with families.
  • Built positive relationships with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges.
  • Created an inclusive learning environment to meet the diverse learning needs of all children.
  • Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, experiences and lessons.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
  • Lead children, staff and families in a bush kinder program at the Briars every Wednesday.
  • Used Storypark as the main resource for programming and communication with families.
  • While at South Mornington Pre School, I was in charge of social media/website duties for the kindergarten for 2 years.

Educator

Somers Pre School
01.2013 - 06.2015
  • Built strong relationships and communicated with parents while creating a positive learning environment for children.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to assist in planning and setting up experiences.
  • Supported Teachers in assistant duties which included, writing up observations, assisting in programming and admin duties, setting up and packing up, creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment for children and supporting families.
  • Supported Teachers during the Bush kinder programs at Coolart Homestead.

Early Childhood Educator

McArther Agency
09.2011 - 04.2012
  • Built strong relationships and communicated with parents while creating a positive learning environment for children.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to assist in planning and setting up experiences.
  • Supported Teachers in assistant duties which included, writing up observations, assisting in programming and admin duties, setting up and packing up, creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment for children and supporting families.
  • Involved in teacher duties such as planning, programming, setting up, developmental assessments, parent meetings and developing educational opportunities for children through pay based experiences.

Educator

Padua Kindergarten
01.2008 - 09.2011
  • Built strong relationships and communicated with parents while creating a positive learning environment for children.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to assist in planning and setting up experiences.
  • Supported Teachers in assistant duties which included, writing up observations, assisting in programming and admin duties, setting up and packing up, creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment for children and supporting families.
  • Involved in teacher duties such as planning, programming, setting up, developmental assessments, parent meetings and developing educational opportunities for children through pay based experiences.

Education

Bachelor of Education (Early Years)

Deakin University
Warrnambool, VIC
11-2023

Diploma - Early Childhood Education

Pragmatic Training
Mornington, VIC
07-2010

Skills

  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Lesson Planning, programming
  • Assessments
  • Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
  • Learning Strategies
  • Promoting Social and Emotional Development
  • Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
  • Creative Thinking
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Play-Based Learning
  • Team Collaboration
  • Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
  • Inclusion Support

Timeline

Kindergarten Teacher

South Mornington Preschool
06.2020 - Current

Educator

Somers Pre School
01.2013 - 06.2015

Early Childhood Educator

McArther Agency
09.2011 - 04.2012

Educator

Padua Kindergarten
01.2008 - 09.2011

Bachelor of Education (Early Years)

Deakin University

Diploma - Early Childhood Education

Pragmatic Training
Celeste Farrell