Doreen Zhang
Summary
Dedicated and organized professional with a background in teaching, administration, and customer service skills in an educational setting, seeking the position of Childcare Centre Administrator. Bringing excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and experience in handling administrative tasks such as phone and email correspondence and assisting management to ensure smooth day-to-day operations of the centre.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
KU Henson Street Preschool
10.2018 - 04.2022
- Developed age-appropriate activities to encourage the development of children aged 3 to 5.
- Conducted observations and assessments of children's progress and reported findings to parents and guardians.
- Assisted the Centre Director with scheduling, event coordination and overall operations.
Advanced Childcare Educator/ Responsible Person
KU Tree Tops Centre
06.2019 - 01.2020
- Implemented hands-on, play-based learning and documenting outcomes for children aged 2-5 in a group of 20.
- Supervised and trained assistant educators, fostering a collaborative and professional team environment of six members.
- Conducted administrative tasks such as organizing festival events, regular meeting agenda discussions, and emailing central office.
Early Childhood Educator
Berry Cottage Childcare and Preschool
12.2015 - 06.2017
- Assisted in planning meaningful learning experiences in groups or individually for 15 toddlers.
- Conducted safety checks of the indoor and outdoor environments each day.
- Maintained accurate records of each child's progress including daily observations and anecdotal notes.
Volunteer Home Tutor
The Smith Family
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Participated in the government program AMEP (Adult Migrant English Program) to assist migrants and refugees with their English language learning.
- Prepared tutorial lessons and recorded learners' progress.
Assistant Teacher
Pentecostal Gin Mao Sheng Primary School
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Conducted small group learning for students with special needs
- Assisted in developing IEPs for special education students as needed.
- Collaborated with families, social workers, and other staff members to develop strategies for improving student performance.
Education
Diploma - Early Childhood Education and Care
TAFE NSW
09-2017
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education and Care
TAFE Meadowbank
12.2015
Master of Arts - Language Studies
City University of Hong Kong
12.2012
Bachelor of Arts - English And Commerce
Guangzhou University
12.2010
Skills
- Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and efficiency
- Ability to work collaboratively with staff and management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Exceptional communication skills (phone, email, in-person)
Languages
- Native speaker in Mandarin
- Fluent in English and Cantonese
Timeline
Advanced Childcare Educator/ Responsible Person
KU Tree Tops Centre
06.2019 - 01.2020
Early Childhood Educator
KU Henson Street Preschool
10.2018 - 04.2022
Early Childhood Educator
Berry Cottage Childcare and Preschool
12.2015 - 06.2017
Volunteer Home Tutor
The Smith Family
01.2015 - 12.2015
Assistant Teacher
Pentecostal Gin Mao Sheng Primary School
01.2013 - 01.2015
Diploma - Early Childhood Education and Care
TAFE NSW
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education and Care
TAFE Meadowbank
Master of Arts - Language Studies
City University of Hong Kong
Bachelor of Arts - English And Commerce
Guangzhou University
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