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Donna Bennett

Upper Coomera,QLD

Summary

Outgoing child caregiver with experience caring for children while providing encouragement and kindness. Expert at guiding playtime, leading exercise activities and teaching rules. Creative planner with gift for keeping children engaged long-term with fun activities. Dedicated Child Educator inspired by providing children warm, nurturing environments for optimal development. Driven to coordinate activities focused on skill-building, social development and positive interactions. Skilled in planning and preparing nutrient-dense meals to support strong growth, while managing allergens and dietary restrictions. Attentive Child Educator with background caring for multiple children simultaneously. Positive role model focused on supporting development and teaching new skills. Certified in first aid and CPR with dedication to creating safe, inclusive and engaging learning environments for all children. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Reliable and compassionate Childcare Educator offering expertise in planning activities, maintaining safety and improving behavior. Well-versed in needs and behaviors of children between ages of 6wks and 12yrs. Skilled at coordinating events, directing craft times and setting up field trips to offer children numerous learning opportunities. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Regulatory Officer position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Family Daycare Provider

Little Muffins, YMCA And Excellence In Care
07.2019 - Current
  • Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments, and issues.
  • Kept notes of behavior issues, food served, and medications administered to children.
  • Monitored entrances and exits to maintain safety and organized environments.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
  • Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
  • Offered top-notch care to 7 children at once, ranging in age from 6weeks to 12 years.
  • Planned and guided age-appropriate tasks like reading, crafts, Puzzle play, Caring for Babies/Dolls.
  • Created and implemented diverse educational strategies to boost development.
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
  • Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
  • Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
  • Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
  • Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
  • Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
  • Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
  • Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
  • Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
  • Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
  • Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
  • Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
  • Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling and collaboration with parents.
  • Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
  • Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
  • Logged information regarding naps, feedings and any medications administered.
  • Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children.
  • Created and implemented activities to promote language development.
  • Documented children's growth and development.

Childcare Lead Educator

Goodstart Early Learning Centre
09.2008 - 07.2018
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
  • Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.

Education

Certificate III - Childrens Services

Australian Child Care Career Options
Fortitude Valley, QLD
02.2003

Year 11 -

Benowa State High School
Benowa, QLD
12.1999

Skills

  • Resource Referrals
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Active Listening
  • Dietary Restriction Compliance
  • Understanding of Applicable Laws
  • Team Leader
  • Process Monitoring and Improvement
  • Develop Lesson Plans
  • Food Services
  • Daycare Management
  • Positive Reinforcement Methods
  • Infant Care and Feeding
  • Personal Development Instruction
  • Special Needs Experience
  • Standard Operating Procedure
  • Progress Reports
  • Observing and Monitoring Behavior
  • Care Planning
  • Language Skills Development
  • Safe Transportation
  • Caring and Responsible
  • Family Support
  • Positive Interactions
  • Strategy Management
  • Nurturing Environment
  • Healthy Learning Environment
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Group and Individual Care
  • Emergency Situations
  • Toilet Training
  • Activity Planning
  • Allergic Reaction Procedures
  • Allergy Management
  • Early Childhood Development
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Clean Rooms Expertise
  • Continuous Supervision
  • Microsoft Office
  • Dietary Guidelines
  • Daily Reports
  • Parental and Guardian Assistance
  • Dietary Needs
  • Cognitive Development
  • Manage Behaviors
  • Rotation Procedures
  • Maintaining Clean Work Areas
  • Lesson Plan Creation
  • Food Allergies
  • Household Operations
  • Program Operations
  • Lunchtime Assistance
  • Licensing Requirements
  • Production Standards
  • Planning and Leading Activities
  • Daily Living Skills Instruction
  • Early childhood development

Timeline

Family Daycare Provider

Little Muffins, YMCA And Excellence In Care
07.2019 - Current

Childcare Lead Educator

Goodstart Early Learning Centre
09.2008 - 07.2018

Certificate III - Childrens Services

Australian Child Care Career Options

Year 11 -

Benowa State High School
Donna Bennett