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Cherie Allen

Bakewell,NT

Summary

Compassionate Early Childhood Educator with passion for teaching and supporting young students in setting foundation for life-long success. Proven to quickly develop rapport with children through friendly approach, patient demeanor and excellent communication skills. Organized with exceptional work ethic and dedication to completing projects. Skilled in both independently motivated and collaborative team settings. Proactive and caring worker with 13 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. Proactive and caring worker with 13 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. Friendly and energetic Early Childhood Educator with 13 years in early childhood education. Motivated to help children develop social, academic and creative abilities to foster well-being and progress. Well-versed in developmental milestones and activities to promote curiosity and engagement. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness. Early Childhood Development Teacher committed to each child's successful cognitive, physical and emotional progress. Early Childhood Educator skilled at creating curriculum focused on biological, cognitive and emotional development. Committed to healthy educational environments where students feel comfortable and have fun while learning. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth. Hardworking and reliable Early Intervention Therapist with strong ability in providing therapy to NDIS paediatric client. Offering play based therapy and Literacy and body movement skills. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Early Invention Therapist / Teacher

Early Start Australia
Durack, NT
08.2022 - Current
  • Conducted initial assessments of clients to determine presenting issues and develop treatment plans.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions for clients with similar issues or diagnoses.
  • Communicated with school personnel, probation officers, psychiatrists, and other professionals regarding client progress.
  • Created documentation including assessment notes, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries and referrals.
  • Monitored client's progress throughout the course of therapy by tracking goals set in treatment plan.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care for each client.
  • Participated in regular case reviews with other clinicians to discuss client progress.
  • Adhered to ethical standards outlined by professional organizations such as APA or ACA.
  • Documented all interactions with clients according to agency policy and procedures.
  • Tracked incoming patient information, intervention plans and patient responses to treatment.
  • Wrote comprehensive goals and patient treatment plans.
  • Talked with family members during period when patients could not self-advocate.

Direct Care Staff Member

Whiddon Group
Wee Waa, NSW
11.2021 - 05.2022
  • Documented client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition to manager or supervisor.
  • Cared for individuals or families during periods of illness or convalescence, providing companionship, personal care or help in adjusting to new lifestyles.
  • Entertained or read aloud to patients to improve mental health and alertness.

Aboriginal Support Worker

Pathfinders
Wee Waa, NSW
10.2020 - 05.2022
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
  • Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
  • Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting

Early Childhood Educator / Service Director

Nurruby Children's Services
Wee Waa, NSW
09.2018 - 09.2020
  • Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families and children.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive and safe classroom environments.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
  • Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
  • Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Used classroom observations to create written assessments of student performance.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
  • Nurtured supportive learning environment, often used as model for other classrooms.
  • Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
  • Provided individualized instruction and support to meet personal needs of each child.
  • Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Ordered and restocked classroom supplies.
  • Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
  • Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents.
  • Coordinated schedules of activities, events and field trips.
  • Instructed students on interpersonal skills and basic emotional communication.
  • Taught students basic academic, behavioral and social skills.
  • Monitored students with special needs and helped integrate into normal classroom setting.
  • Coordinated all transition and literacy services.
  • Assisted and supervised 28 children through entire school day

Primary Teacher

NSW Department Of Education
Telarah, NSW
01.2012 - 12.2017
  • Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
  • Used learning stations to incorporate colors, shapes and textures to help students develop communication skills and build relationships.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers and administrative staff.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.
  • Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
  • Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses and learning patterns.
  • Developed learning objectives for each subject area to quantify learning and set benchmarks.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
  • Taught core subjects of math, science, technology and history.
  • Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
  • Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance.
  • Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
  • Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
  • Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
  • Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
  • Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
  • Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
  • Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
  • Included multicultural awareness in class discussions to meet state standards.
  • Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
  • Coached students on physical and emotional safety as part of health curriculum.
  • Collaborated with peers on student success while participating on multidisciplinary team to promote students' well-being.
  • Maintained classroom through discipline, order and personal interactions.
  • Designed engaging and personalized instruction to nurture and empower students, resulting in positive learning outcomes and student goal achievement.
  • Created data-driven, learner-centered, friendly and safe environment demonstrating shared responsibility for achievement by coordinating with other teachers.
  • Engaged in professional development to learn best practices and improve processes.
  • Used learning stations to incorporate colors, shapes and textures to help students develop communication skills and build relationships
  • Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments
  • Employed informal and formal assessments to support student development and boost scores by 80%
  • Established goals for student achievement supported by guaranteed and viable Educational curriculum

Education

Bachelor of Education - Early Childhood Education

Charles Sturt University
Bathurst, NSW
09.2009

Certificate III in Individual Support (Aging) - Aged Care

Inspire Education
Brisbane, QLD

Skills

  • Independent Living
  • Attentive to People
  • Service Documentation
  • Client Requirements
  • Problem Identification
  • Client Records Management
  • Bedside Care
  • Vital Signs Management
  • Collecting Medical Specimens
  • Personal Care Assistance
  • First Aid Certification
  • Care Plan Assessment
  • Needs Assessment
  • Diet and Nutrition
  • Behavior Redirection
  • Routine Adjustment
  • Reading Music
  • Quality Program Protocols
  • Developing Client Trust
  • Transporting Residents
  • Glucose Testing
  • Spreadsheet Tracking
  • Vitals Monitoring and Documentation
  • Family Member Training
  • Educational Support
  • Proper Staffing
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Communication Assistance
  • Monthly Inventory
  • Laptop and Tablet Operation
  • Word Processing
  • Company Guidelines
  • Creative Thinking
  • Teacher and Administrator Collaboration
  • Classroom Rules Establishment
  • Organizational and Planning Skills
  • Computer Proficiency
  • Activity Demonstrations
  • School Community Relations
  • Collaborative and Team-Oriented
  • Restocking Supplies
  • Play-Based Learning
  • Experience with Diverse Student Populations
  • Support Networks
  • Early Childhood Education Expertise
  • Behavioral Modeling
  • Creating a Safe Learning Environment
  • Needs Identification and Assessment
  • Supervising Classroom Activities
  • Clear and Direct Communication
  • Class Reading
  • Safety Monitoring and Management
  • Educational Strategies
  • Teaching Method Adaptations
  • Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
  • Educational Material Development
  • Transition Coordination
  • Individualized Support
  • Filing and Classroom Organization
  • Imaginative Play Promotion
  • Instructional Exhibits and Displays
  • Progress Tracking and Reporting
  • Individual Student Instruction
  • Facilitating Online Learning
  • Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
  • Positive Reinforcement Strategies
  • School Policy and Rules Enforcement
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Communicating with Parents and Teachers
  • District Standards
  • Faculty Support
  • Special Needs Support
  • Age-Appropriate Curriculum
  • Educational Games
  • Diverse Classroom Settings
  • Classroom Supplies Ordering
  • Field Trip Monitoring
  • Letter and Number Instruction
  • Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
  • Ensuring Safety and Injury Prevention
  • Reinforcing Learning Concepts
  • Student Data Management
  • Meal and Snack Service
  • Role Playing and Interaction Methods
  • Student Engagement and Development
  • Communicable Disease Knowledge
  • No Child Left Behind Requirement
  • Physical Health Evaluation
  • Color Recognition Support
  • Daily Schedule Creation
  • Educational Opportunities
  • Child CPR and First Aid
  • Early Childhood Development
  • Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
  • Interactive Teaching
  • Parent-Teacher Conferences
  • Home Visits
  • Student Performance Evaluation
  • Student Needs Assessments
  • Classroom Management Techniques
  • Parent and Guardian Relations
  • Classroom Discipline
  • Fine Motor Skill Development
  • Student Learning Support
  • Program Leadership
  • Anti-Bullying Techniques
  • General Housekeeping
  • Positive Attitude and Energetic
  • State Certification and Accreditation
  • Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
  • Behavior Modification Techniques
  • Promoting Social and Emotional Development
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Group therapy coordination
  • Intervention Planning
  • One-on-one support
  • Documentation requirements
  • One-on-one sessions
  • Client Relations
  • Referral Coordination
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Progress assessment
  • Electronic Charting
  • Family therapy
  • Progress Evaluations
  • Treatment Planning
  • Building rapport
  • Patient documentation
  • Client Confidentiality
  • Compliance requirements
  • Behavior Modification
  • Community Education

Timeline

Early Invention Therapist / Teacher

Early Start Australia
08.2022 - Current

Direct Care Staff Member

Whiddon Group
11.2021 - 05.2022

Aboriginal Support Worker

Pathfinders
10.2020 - 05.2022

Early Childhood Educator / Service Director

Nurruby Children's Services
09.2018 - 09.2020

Primary Teacher

NSW Department Of Education
01.2012 - 12.2017

Bachelor of Education - Early Childhood Education

Charles Sturt University

Certificate III in Individual Support (Aging) - Aged Care

Inspire Education
Cherie Allen