Christall Layfield
Melbourne
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Certificate 3-qualified Early Childhood Educator with over two years of hands-on experience in children's services. Currently enhancing professional skills through the completion of a Diploma of Early Childhood Studies on Monday and Tuesday while actively contributing to a long day care setting. Recognized for strong communication abilities and a child-centered approach, supported by a solid background in leadership, customer service, and effective teamwork. Committed to fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment that promotes the holistic development of young learners. Interested in part-time opportunities, working from Wednesday to Friday.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Diploma Educator
Cherry Lane Children’s Centre
11.2023 - Current
- Support children’s learning, development and wellbeing in line with the EYLF
- Assist with planning and implementing age-appropriate learning experiences
- Maintain a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment
- Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning needs.
- Organized enrichment activities that promoted social, emotional, and cognitive development among children.
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
Picker and Packer
Kmart
08.2022 - Current
- Accurately pick and pack online and in-store orders
- Work efficiently in a fast-paced warehouse environment
- Follow workplace safety procedures
- Streamlined picking processes, contributing to improved workflow efficiency in the warehouse.
- Maintained a clean and organized warehouse, ensuring easy access to products for efficient picking.
- Used RF scanners to track orders and verify accuracy.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to various shifts and schedules while maintaining consistent performance standards throughout periods of increased workload demands or personnel shortages.
Warehouse Worker
B&E; Poultry
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Assisted with warehouse operations and stock handling
- Maintained hygiene and safety standards
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 45 pounds.
Customer Service Manager
Blue Ocean Fish and Chip
01.2019 - 11.2021
- Managed daily operations and customer service
- Supervised staff and assisted with training
- Handled cash, orders and customer enquiries
- Led customer service team to enhance overall satisfaction and loyalty.
- Developed training programs to improve staff performance and service delivery.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to identify areas for service enhancement.
Education
Diploma - Early Childhood Studies
Chisholm Institute of TAFE
Dandenong, VIC07.2026
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education and Care
Chisholm Institute of TAFE
Frankston, VIC11.2023
Skills
- Early childhood education and care
- Supporting children’s learning and development
- Health, safety, and supervision
- Positive behaviour guidance
- Team collaboration and communication
- Time management and reliability
Certification
- VIC Employee Working With Children Check – Verified
- National Employment Police Check – Verified
- Evidence of Full COVID-19 Vaccination – Verified
- Victorian Driver’s Licence – Verified
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Samoan
Limited Working
Timeline
Early Childhood Diploma Educator
Cherry Lane Children’s Centre
11.2023 - Current
Picker and Packer
Kmart
08.2022 - Current
Warehouse Worker
B&E; Poultry
11.2021 - 02.2022
Customer Service Manager
Blue Ocean Fish and Chip
01.2019 - 11.2021
Diploma - Early Childhood Studies
Chisholm Institute of TAFE
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education and Care
Chisholm Institute of TAFE