Cherie Christie

Business and Daily Routines

■ Maintained high-quality Family Day Care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.

■ Established and maintained sound small business practices relating to my FDC business, including understanding and completing administration tasks and the ability to respond to ongoing support and direction from the Family Day Care Scheme.

■ Demonstrated knowledge of the National Education and Care Services Act 2010 and Regulations 2011.

■ Demonstrated knowledge of the approved Learning Frameworks and National Quality Standards.

■ Demonstrated the implementation of an approved learning framework, and supported children's wellbeing, learning and development.

■ Demonstrated knowledge of child protection procedures.

■ Demonstrated high level of written and oral communication skills.

■ Demonstrated high level of interpersonal skills in particular, negotiation and influencing skills and ability to establish and maintain strong business partnerships with families, children, government agencies, the broader community and stakeholders.

■ Demonstrated the ability to provide a service with diversity, inclusive practices and to be respectful of all families including cultural or religious practices, disabilities and additional needs.

■ Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritise tasks and meet required timeframes.

■ Demonstrated ability to work independently and co-operatively in a team environment.

■ Demonstrated competent information technology skills.

■ Adhered to safety requirements, inspection and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review with a Licensed Family day Care Service.

■ Provided and maintained a safe and healthy environment for all children.

■ Provided opportunities for children to develop positive feelings about themselves as individuals and in groups.

■ Preparation of all foods, based on dietary and medical requirements.

■ Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for children by maintaining clean facilities, adhering to safety guidelines, and closely monitoring all indoor and outdoor activities.

■ Supported diverse family backgrounds by incorporating multicultural elements into the environment, activities, and celebrations.

■ Assisted parents in developing healthy boundaries for their children by providing resources on child development and parenting strategies.

■ Adapted learning materials to accommodate varying developmental stages or special needs within the daycare setting.

■ Monitored each child's progress through regular observation and assessment tools, identifying areas for improvement or additional support as needed.

■ Coordinated field trips and special outings to enhance children''s learning experiences beyond the daycare setting.

■ Served as a positive role model for children by exhibiting patience, empathy, and respect in all interactions with them.

■ Continuously sought professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education and maintain state-mandated training requirements.

■ Developed strong relationships with parents, resulting in increased trust and communication between families

• Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with the children and their families, about daily activities, behaviours and related issues
• Maintain constant supervision of children in care
• Provide a safe and hygienic physical environment within the clients home
• Promote healthy eating
• Provide a developmentally appropriate programme for children in care
• Maintain accurate records
• Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse indoor and outside activities.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality
• Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
• Applied positive behaviour management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development

■ Educate students how to approach, board and alight the bus in a safe manner

■ Complete attendance register forms as provided by ATG. Register boarding and alighting of each student.

■ Supervise student behaviour on the school bus that allows safe and secure travel for all students and passengers

Demonstrated the ability to provide a service with diversity, inclusive practices and to be respectful of all families including cultural or religious practices, disabilities and additional needs.

■ Attending, where necessary, to the needs of individual students

■ Administer first aid as required and in accordance to individual care plans of each student

■ Liaise with the bus driver on issues including safety and comfort on the school bus

■ Support Driver in the upkeep of the vehicle as required

■ Comply with the provisions of the safety management plan as it applies to bus aide

■ Comply with reporting procedures Adhere to all ATG policies, Workplace Health and Safety procedures and

• Enhanced student safety by consistently monitoring bus behavior and addressing issues promptly.
• Assisted students with special needs, ensuring their comfort and well-being during transportation.
• Maintained a clean and orderly bus environment by performing daily inspections and cleaning tasks.
• Promoted positive relations with parents through respectful communication regarding student behavior or concerns.
• Contributed to timely transportation by efficiently assisting students with boarding and disembarking procedures.
• Developed strong rapport with students, establishing trust and enabling effective conflict resolution when needed.

• Implemented, documented and supported the delivery of consistent high quality inclusive and culturally
  sensitive Early Childhood Education, activities and programs compliant with Education and Care Services National Regulations and Act and in line with the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standards.
• Participated in Quality Assurance and Compliance Programs including review of Policy and
  Procedures.
• Developed and maintained respectful relationships with children, families and carers, parent advisory
  groups, community groups, support agencies, colleagues and other central Support Team members.
• Act as Responsible person as required in accordance with the requirements of the Education and
  Care Services National Regulations 2011 in the absence of the allocated supervisor or when
  requested
• Participated promoted and demonstrated effective and positive communication with with all staff, families and children.
• Assisted with guidance to students on placement, and volunteers.
• Undertake evacuation, emergency management and lockdown drills.
• Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
• Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.

■ Partner with the Centre Director to mentor, lead and inspire all staff within the service to achieve success, provide high-quality early learning and care that meets or exceeds the NQS.

■ Responsible for the overall management of the Centre during the Centre Director’s absence.

■ Assisted in the supervision of the day-to-day running of the Centre in an efficient and professional manner.

■ Responsible for the guidance/ support/ direction discipline and general supervision of staff, students and volunteers working within the Childcare service.

■ Ensured all policies and regulatory requirements are embedded within the Centre, procedures and practices.

■ Effectively liaised with all educators/staff in their daily procedures. Delegated tasks when required and consulted with all team members to ensure that room's were kept in a safe, clean condition and that care of children is placed first and foremost in all decision making.

■ Built respectful and reciprocal relationships with children, families, staff and the wider community.

■ Open or closed the Centre.

■ Retained a Supervisor Certificate to work as part of the leadership team, contributing to quality improvement, provide leadership to the team in conjunction with the Director, manage day to day issues and resolving issues as they arise.

■ Set and maintain excellent standard of care within the service.

■ Provided strong and inspiring leadership in all rooms.

■ Program delivery and planning in line with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).

■ Mentoring students and providing feedback in both written and verbal forms to encourage reflective learning.

■ Adherence to OH&S policies with a view to providing a safe, secure environment for staff, visitors and children alike.

■ Ensuring that accurate records are kept in regards to accident, incident, injury, illness and medication. The appropriate books/records were to be checked on a regular basis to ensure ongoing compliance.

■ Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

■ Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.

■ Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.