Christine Quilligan
South Morang,VIC
Summary
Compassionate Early Childhood Educator with over 20 years experience. Who :
- has a passion for teaching and supporting children in setting foundation for life-long success in a positive learning environment.
-is proven to quickly develop rapport with children through friendly approach, patience and excellent communication skills.
-has an exceptional work ethic and dedication to completing projects. Skilled in both independently motivated and collaborative team settings.
- believes developing open communication with families & their children is the foundation of maintaining a trusting & respectful relationship.
-Is committed to attending professional development seminars, centre meetings and meeting with families to remain connected to the needs of children and parents. .
-has successfully worked with all age groups & with support agencies to provide the best educational opportunities for all children.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
Early Learning Centre
Thornbury, VIC
01.2000 - Current
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness. Implemented COVID polices.
- See the importance of open communication with families- daily communication on arrival / departure , regular emails, phone conversations & meetings during planning time . This builds & maintains positive support networks to support continuing education strategies.
- Supervised and mentored many students , shared my knowledge & experience in Early childhood education.
- Worked with diverse number of educators, educational leaders to evaluate individual & group progress & implement curriculum plan.
- Use ELYF, knowledge of child development ,Early childhood theorist, observations of individual children-their interests, background information from children & their families (routines, cultural beliefs ) to guide individual children's goals and group learning journey.
- View children individually & in group settings . Adapting the environment , implementing strategies to get the best outcomes for children.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive and safe environment .
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Provided an inclusive curriculum, seek guidance from inclusion support agencies to assist a positive integration into the environment & learning opportunities.
- Develop / implement management plans in consultation with with centre management / policies . Meet with families to gain further understanding, background information and keep them updated.
- Ordered and restocked educational supplies.
- Provide indoor /outdoor curriculum , giving all children opportunities to engage in learning opportunities.
- Involved in developing QUIP
- Consulting with centre catering officer on meeting all children's dietary needs based on cultural / personal choices, medical needs.
Education
Diploma of Centre Based Care - Early Childhood Education
Northern Melbourne Institute of Tafe
Melbourne, VIC12.1999
Skills
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Play-Based Learning
- Relationship Building
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Interactive Teaching
- Child CPR and First Aid
- Emotional Support and Development
- Parent and Guardian Relations
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Early Childhood Development
- Age-Appropriate Curriculum
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
Early Learning Centre
01.2000 - Current
Diploma of Centre Based Care - Early Childhood Education
Northern Melbourne Institute of Tafe