Callum Knott
Summary
Hello! I'm an enthusiastic and dedicated Early Childhood Educator with over 10 years of experience creating engaging, inclusive, and nurturing learning environments. I bring energy, creativity, and a genuine passion for inspiring children through music, movement, and play-based learning.
My personal teaching philosophy is called F.U.N.—Freedom, Understanding & Nurturing. These three values guide my approach every day, encouraging Freedom for children to explore. The Understanding that everyone learns things differently and that it's my responsibility to, Nurture that interest into a passion. Thus guiding the child in their journey of becoming a, confident and capable member of their community and wider world.
Work History
ECT & Diploma Relief Support
1 Year 3 Months- Delivered high-quality care and education across a variety of early learning centres, quickly adapting to different environments, routines, and teaching philosophies.
- Maintained effective classroom management while ensuring children's health, safety, and wellbeing, following centre policies and National Quality Standards (NQS).
- Collaborated with permanent educators to support daily routines, document children's learning, and provide continuity of care during staff absences.
- Created warm, responsive relationships with children and families, ensuring every child felt safe, supported, and engaged throughout the day.
Casual Cert/Dip/ECT
2 Years 8 Months- Relief teaching in a variety of centres across Perth central
Casual ECT
2 Years 11 MonthsCasual and full-time responsibilities when teachers went on holiday or resigned.
Casual/Part-time Educator & Room Leader
6 MonthsYouth Officer
3 Years 3 MonthsQualified Teacher
7 MonthsEducation
Bachelor of Teaching - ECE
Skills
Hobbies and Interests
- Indoor Bouldering: Enjoy challenging myself through indoor bouldering, building resilience, problem-solving skills, and perseverance while staying active.
- Cooking: Love exploring new recipes and cuisines, using creativity and organisation to prepare meals and share meaningful experiences with family and friends.
- Board Games: Enjoy playing a variety of board games that encourage strategic thinking, teamwork, communication, and friendly competition.