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Eda Kerse

Summary

Proactive and caring worker with 6 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference.


Energetic, committed to encouraging intellectual, social and emotional development in children. Hands-on experience assisting in lesson planning, preparing classroom for activities and assisting children well.


Nurturing Preschool Teacher's Aide possessing first-rate communication, organizational and time management abilities. In-depth knowledge of early childhood education and development and age-appropriate instructional practices.


Warm and caring individual with 6 years of experience supervising 16 children simultaneously and employing activities to support learning objectives.


Compassionate individual with established experience providing support to students. Demonstrated ability to create lesson plans and assess student progress.


Goal-oriented for early years field, caring with students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Early Childhood Educator Assistant

Kool Kidz Childcare
11.2022 - Current
  • Supported early language development through storytelling, reading books, and engaging children in interactive conversations.
  • Managed daily routines efficiently, ensuring smooth transitions between different activities throughout the day without any loss of instructional time.
  • Created a nurturing and safe environment for children to grow emotionally, socially, and academically.
  • Enhanced children''s learning experiences by incorporating engaging play activities and age-appropriate educational materials.
  • Established strong relationships with families through open communication channels and participation in school events.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Helped create a culturally responsive classroom where all students felt valued and respected by incorporating diverse learning materials into daily lessons.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within early childhood education.
  • Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Improved student behaviour by promoting positive reinforcement strategies and clear communication of expectations.
  • Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
  • Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
  • Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
  • Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.

Early Childhood Educator Assistant

Greythorn Early Childhood Centre
09.2018 - 10.2022
  • Supported early language development through storytelling, reading books, and engaging children in interactive conversations.
  • Managed daily routines efficiently, ensuring smooth transitions between different activities throughout the day without any loss of instructional time.
  • Created a nurturing and safe environment for children to grow emotionally, socially, and academically.
  • Enhanced children''s learning experiences by incorporating engaging play activities and age-appropriate educational materials.
  • Established strong relationships with families through open communication channels and participation in school events.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within early childhood education.

Pre-service teacher at Keilor Heights PS

Delia Disipio
Melbourne, VIC
07.2022 - 08.2022
  • Contributed to a positive school climate by actively participating in professional development opportunities, collaborating with colleagues, and engaging with the community through various events and initiatives.
  • Addressed individual students'' needs by developing personalized learning plans based on assessment data analysis, resulting in improved academic performance.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to cater to varying learning styles and abilities within the classroom effectively.
  • Developed innovative lesson plans by incorporating multimedia tools and hands-on activities, enhancing student engagement and comprehension.
  • Increased overall classroom participation by fostering a positive, inclusive learning environment for diverse learners.

Pre-service teacher at Croydon Hills PS

Tania Chirnside
, VIC
2022.04 - 2022.05
  • Developed innovative lesson plans by incorporating multimedia tools and hands-on activities, enhancing student engagement and comprehension.
  • Collaborated with mentor to design interdisciplinary units that connected concepts across multiple subject areas, enriching students'' understanding of complex topics.

Pre service teacher at Strathmore North PS

Victoria Graham
Melbourne, VIC
02.2021 - 02.2021
  • Enhanced student critical thinking skills by utilizing inquiry-based teaching methods and encouraging open-ended questioning during lessons.
  • Incorporated project-based learning into the curriculum to allow students to explore real-world problems while honing their collaborative problem-solving skills.
  • Addressed individual students'' needs by developing personalized learning plans based on assessment data analysis, resulting in improved academic performance.

Educator

Discovery Childcare And Education
03.2018 - 10.2018
  • Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Educational Studies

Deakin University
Melbourne, VIC
10.2023

Diploma - Diploma of Early Childhood Education And Care

Boxhill Institute
Boxhill
07.2018

Skills

  • Classroom Organization
  • Age-Appropriate Activities
  • Emotional Support
  • Special Needs Support
  • Lesson Planning
  • Gross Motor Skills
  • Maintaining safety
  • Sensory Activities
  • Curriculum Planning
  • Fine Motor Skills
  • Arts and crafts
  • Circle Time Management
  • Special Education Support
  • Literacy development
  • Classroom Management
  • Effective Communication
  • Calm and Patient Demeanor
  • Classroom support
  • Group and individual instruction

Certification

  • Provide an Emergency First Aid Response in an Education and Care setting Training - 2023
  • DoFood Safety- 2024
  • Protecting Children- Mandatory Reporting and other Obligations for the Early Childhood Sector- 2024
  • Practical strategies when working with Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander clients and families- 2017
  • Child safe standards training- 2023
  • Professional Development at ASME Victoria's Composition workshop (Australian Society for Music Education- 2019
  • Certificate for Year 12 studies VSL- 2014
  • Graduated from Doncaster Secondary College- 2016

Timeline

Early Childhood Educator Assistant

Kool Kidz Childcare
11.2022 - Current

Pre-service teacher at Keilor Heights PS

Delia Disipio
07.2022 - 08.2022

Pre-service teacher at Croydon Hills PS

Tania Chirnside
2022.04 - 2022.05

Pre service teacher at Strathmore North PS

Victoria Graham
02.2021 - 02.2021

Early Childhood Educator Assistant

Greythorn Early Childhood Centre
09.2018 - 10.2022

Educator

Discovery Childcare And Education
03.2018 - 10.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Educational Studies

Deakin University

Diploma - Diploma of Early Childhood Education And Care

Boxhill Institute
  • Provide an Emergency First Aid Response in an Education and Care setting Training - 2023
  • DoFood Safety- 2024
  • Protecting Children- Mandatory Reporting and other Obligations for the Early Childhood Sector- 2024
  • Practical strategies when working with Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander clients and families- 2017
  • Child safe standards training- 2023
  • Professional Development at ASME Victoria's Composition workshop (Australian Society for Music Education- 2019
  • Certificate for Year 12 studies VSL- 2014
  • Graduated from Doncaster Secondary College- 2016
Eda Kerse