Donna Braden
Drysdale,Victoria
Summary
I enjoy working with people and supporting them in all areas of development, health and wellbeing. I am understanding, responsive and always keen to learn. I am an enthusiastic, reliable, responsible and hard working person. I am a mature team worker and adaptable to all challenging situations. I am a good communicator with proven inter personal skills and am used to working in a team whilst also being capable of using my own initiative. I am friendly, polite and also have a good sense of humour.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Educator
City of Greater Geelong
06.2010 - Current
- Reporting to the Centre Manager, I work directly with the teacher
- Key responsibilities include assisting with the designing, planning, implementing and evaluation of the educational program and practices, including following and implementing The National Quality Framework. Supporting the wellbeing, learning and development of children by supporting daily routines and rituals and extending their learning and curiosity.
- Developing positive relationships with children and families.
Inclusion Support Additional Assistant
Gateways Support Services
01.2009 - 12.2010
- Reporting to Gateways, working directly with the teacher
- Key responsibilities include working under the direction of the teacher, informing the teacher of observations made of children, discussing the child's program with the teacher, parents, and specialist staff, attending specialist meetings, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Education
Skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Effective communicator
- Good working professional relationships
- Empathetic and sensitive
- Understanding and responsive to people's needs
- Mindful, respectful and non-judgemental
- Ability to build a rapport and trust with staff and families
Other
- Working with Children Check
- Drivers license
- First Aid and CPR - updated April 2024
References
- Marlies Spendier, mspend.72@gmail.com, 0402 140 569
- Chloe Barron, chloebarron866@gmail.com, 0400 689 066
Voluntary Work
The Salvation Army 2023 - Current
The Bellarine Salvation Army Outreach Van (Homelessness)
Raise Foundation - 2022
Raise Youth Mentoring Program - Grovedale Secondary School
Timeline
Kindergarten Educator
City of Greater Geelong
06.2010 - Current
Inclusion Support Additional Assistant
Gateways Support Services
01.2009 - 12.2010
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