COURTNEY BURD
Clyde North
Summary
I am hardworking, focused on completing work quickly to consistently exceed targets. A reliable team member accustomed to taking on challenging tasks. I am dedicated to business success. I am a motivated educator dedicated to supporting students and promoting academic, behavioural and personal growth. I am well-versed in restocking supplies, arranging activities and organizing materials for classroom use. I am skilled in time management, and service settings, adaptable and driven with strong work ethic and ability to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings. I am an organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude with willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Leader / Assistant Director
Guardian Childcare & Education
07.2023 - Current
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques, fostering a positive and safe learning environment for all students.
- Developed strong rapport with parents through regular communication, promoting active involvement in their child''s education.
- Directed daily operations.
- Collaborated with center manager to develop and implement policies, procedures, and goals for improved performance.
- Managed daily schedules, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and staff coverage.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Enhanced family satisfaction by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
Acting Assistant Director
Kids Club Early Learning Centre
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
- Trained and mentored new employees on industry practices and business operations.
- Created and updated physical records and digital files to maintain current, accurate, and compliant documentation.
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Organising daily operations using positive approaches and open communication skills of a 120 place service building strong relationships with the children, family and team.
- Organised administration tasks such as responding to emails, phone communication, processing enrolments and attendances
- Completed tours and enrolments assisting families and children in the orientation and enrolment process.
- Completing risk management plans based on childrens actions plans ensuring information and medication is up to date.
- Contributed to the centre QIP and philosophy ensuring critical reflection is implemented throughout the service.
- Assisting the director in daily operations.
Room Leader / 3IC
Kids Club Early Learning
01.2022 - 07.2023
- Current Child Safety Ambassador for the service
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Room Leader
One Early Education
04.2021 - 01.2022
- Served as an effective communicator, Carefully monitored children’s play activities, incorporated music and arts to encourage creativity and expression
- Maintained daily records of activities, behaviours, meals and naps
- Created and implemented a developmentally appropriate curriculum
- Maintained and organised files and documentation of each Childs progress
- Brought forth knowledge and implementation of early childhood and the EYLF
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies such as games and crafts for experiential learning
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques
- Cultivated positive rapport with students, faculty and parents
- Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes
- Stuck to daily routines to help children feel comfortable and promote development.
Early Childhood Educator
Little Grasshoppers Early Learning Centre
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies such as games and crafts for experiential learning
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques
- Cultivated positive rapport with students, faculty and parents
- Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes
- Stuck to daily routines to help children feel comfortable and promote development.
Department Manager
06.2017 - 12.2020
- Implemented and improved merchandising strategies to achieve department sales goals
- Coordinated smooth department receiving, inventory storage, and product management
- Engaged customers in friendly conversation and effectively implemented suggestive selling techniques
- Trained employees in department policies and procedures, as well as sales techniques and customer service strategies
- Taught employees to provide prompt and courteous service and how to handle many situations without input
- Supervised day-to-day employee activities and Product Quality department functions, including setting assignments and coordinating schedules
- Stocked, rotated, and marked product to maintain displays and promote sales.
Education
Diploma in Early Childhood Education And Care -
KKTC
06.2024
Certificate 3 in Early Childhood Education and Care -
Chisholm TAFE
Frankston, VIC03.2022
Certificate , Community Services - undefined
Elisabeth Murdoch College
Langwarrin, VIC2015
Skills
- Hiring and training
- Managing Operations and Efficiency
- Employee Training
- Staff Management
- Policies
- Rapport
- Staff development
- Behavioural modelling
- Motor skill development
- Managing activities
- Preparing meals
- Child's CPR certified
- Calm and patient
- Effectively work with parents
- CPR/First-aid certified
- Administration and Reporting
References
AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Certification
- Current WWC
- Current First Aid / Anaphylaxis / Epipen / CPR training
- Current Child protection training
- Food safety / Safe food handling for children
- Guiding children behaviour certification
- Safe sleep certification
- License and own transport
Timeline
Educational Leader / Assistant Director
Guardian Childcare & Education
07.2023 - Current
Acting Assistant Director
Kids Club Early Learning Centre
04.2023 - 07.2023
Room Leader / 3IC
Kids Club Early Learning
01.2022 - 07.2023
Room Leader
One Early Education
04.2021 - 01.2022
Early Childhood Educator
Little Grasshoppers Early Learning Centre
01.2021 - 04.2021
Department Manager
06.2017 - 12.2020
Diploma in Early Childhood Education And Care -
KKTC
Certificate 3 in Early Childhood Education and Care -
Chisholm TAFE
Certificate , Community Services - undefined
Elisabeth Murdoch College
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