EDEN CURTIS
Tanah Merah,Australia
Summary
Organised, attentive, and creative, passionate about helping young children develop emotional, social, and educational skills. Familiar with developmentally appropriate activities and experienced by providing nurturing environments conducive to learning. Promote physical, emotional and social health to complement academic progress. Creative childcare worker with several years of hands-on experience supervising children in a safe, educational learning environment. Communicative and punctual individual, versed in organising fun activities, preparing nutritious meals, and developing routines and schedules. Compassionate, loves working as a team, and is commended for excellent patience, gentleness, and a strong sense of responsibility.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Educator
Livingstone Christian Collage Early Learning Centre
Ormeau, Qld
09.2022 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse age groups at an early learning center.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Provided educational and developmental activities for children aged 2-5 years old in accordance with curriculum standards.
- Taught children foundational skills in colours, shapes, and letters.
- Participated in staff meetings, workshops, and conferences to discuss and improve instructional methods.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
- Fostered a nurturing environment to support children's emotional and social development.
- Implemented effective behavior management strategies to promote positive interactions.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and address concerns.
- Organized educational activities that stimulated cognitive and physical growth in children.
- Maintained a safe and clean learning environment in compliance with health regulations.
- Mentored new educators on best practices in childcare and classroom management.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching skills and knowledge.
- Assisted in developing and implementing daily routines such as snack time, outdoor playtime, nap time.
- Maintained a safe environment for all children under care by adhering to safety regulations.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress of each child's development and plan future goals for them.
- Organized and implemented age-appropriate activities to stimulate the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development of the children.
- Managed conflicts between different children while ensuring respect towards each other is maintained at all times.
- Observed child behavior to assess their needs and plan activities accordingly.
- Encouraged independence among the kids by allowing them to make decisions on their own within limits set by adults.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to motivate and encourage children's learning.
- Established direct lines of communication with parents, notifying of concerning behavior or health issues.
- Supported parents by providing information about their child's growth, nutrition requirements.
- Established good relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication via phone or emails.
- Supervised playground activities ensuring adherence to safety rules and regulations are followed at all times.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices among the children including hand washing before meals.
- Attended workshops and training sessions related to childcare education and best practices.
- Maintained state licensing and code details, performing routine assessments to verify compliance.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle habits like exercising regularly, eating nutritious food amongst the kids.
- Monitored individual children during play times and ensured that everyone was included in activities.
- Developed lesson plans that were stimulating and engaging for the children.
- Read stories aloud to the kids both individually and collectively during story time sessions.
- Supported growth, development and integration of immigrant children and families.
- Resolved behavior issues and conflicts among participants, facilitating productive conversations and developing atmosphere of mutual respect.
- Built program plans for youth of varying ages to support growth and development.
- Facilitated group discussions among the kids regarding various topics such as sharing experiences.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental, and social development.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities.
- Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
- Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues.
- Supported children's emotional and social development by adapting communication tactics for differing client needs.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Sparked creativity and imagination by helping children discover new things each day.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Introduced learning activities and imaginative play to teach children to explore.
- Escorted children on outings and trips to promote enrichment and maintain safety.
- Observed behavioral issues to alert parents or guardians.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay current with early childhood education practices.
- Administered first aid and medication in accordance with health and safety regulations.
- Conducted observations and assessments of children's progress and reported findings to parents and guardians.
- Created and maintained a clean, organized, and stimulating environment conducive to learning.
- Maintained accurate records of children's attendance, progress, and health concerns.
- Assisted children with daily routines, including toileting, feeding, and nap times.
- Developed and implemented daily lesson plans that promote physical, mental, and social development.
- Supervised children in classroom and playground settings, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Utilized educational software and technology to enhance learning experiences.
Retail Sales Assistant
Toy Mate
Loganholme , Qld
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate pet products and supplies.
- Maintained inventory levels by organizing stock and restocking shelves.
- Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Provided product knowledge and support to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure store cleanliness and organization.
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly and effectively.
- Trained new staff on company policies and procedures for operations.
- Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional, and polite support for sales and service needs.
- Processed payments using cash register, credit card machine and POS system.
- Ensured cleanliness of the retail area including dusting surfaces, vacuuming floors and cleaning windows.
- Assisted customers with product selection, answered queries and provided advice.
- Operated cash registers efficiently during peak hours of business.
- Restocked and organized shelves during slow periods to maintain the store's appearance.
- Kept calm and applied strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts.
- Answered phones promptly and directed calls appropriately.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of all products available in the store.
- Organized storeroom items neatly on shelves according to size, color, or type of item.
- Monitored sales floor traffic and assisted customers with their inquiries.
Retail Sales Assistant
Pillow Talk
Loganholme , Qld
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Organised backroom storage areas for efficient product retrieval.
- Demonstrated knowledge of store policies regarding payments, returns and exchanges.
- Used product knowledge to suggest items to match client needs.
- Helped customers by answering questions and locating merchandise.
- Created price tags and merchandise signs for new items.
- Assisted customers by asking open-ended questions to understand needs and suggest suitable merchandise.
- Greeted and assisted customers with product selection, offering personalised shopping advice.
- Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organised and current.
- Computed purchases and received and processed cash or credit payment.
- Participated in staff meetings and training sessions to improve product knowledge and sales techniques.
- Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organised store.
- Informed customers of current sales promotions and discounts.
- Performed weekly cleaning duties such as dusting, mopping, vacuuming.
Retail Assistant
Qld
Ormeau, Qld
06.2019 - 12.2021
- Restocking shelves
- Making up parcel boxes.
- Cleaning and organizing the shop.
- Writing up parcels in alphabetical order.
- Making up post tags for Express Post.
- Mail Plus.
- Answering phones.
- Serving customers.
- Restocked and organised shelves during slow periods to maintain store appearance.
- Answered phones promptly and directed calls appropriately.
- Organised storeroom items neatly on shelves according to size, colour or type of item.
Childcare Provider
<ul>
<li>Supervised children's daily activities and maintained a safe environment.</li>
<li>Maintained cleanliness and organization of play areas and children's belongings.</li>
<li>Organized age-appropriate activities such as games, arts and crafts, and outdoor play.</li>
<li>Read books aloud to small groups or individual children.</li>
<li>Helped develop motor skills through active playtime activities like running, jumping.</li>
</ul>
Ormeau, Qld
11.2020 - 07.2021
- Supervised children's daily activities and maintained a safe environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of play areas and children's belongings.
- Organized age-appropriate activities such as games, arts and crafts, and outdoor play.
- Read books aloud to small groups or individual children.
- Helped develop motor skills through active playtime activities like running, jumping.
Retail Work Experience
Qld
Loganholme , Qld
06.2018 - 06.2018
- Cleaning and organizing stock in the shop.
- Making sure all flower arrangements are well-hydrated. hydrated;
- Cleaning out the buckets for the flowers.
- 2 Weeks' Work Experience
- Organized displays to enhance product visibility and appeal.
- Provided information on care and handling of floral products.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment.
- Followed safety procedures when handling heavy items.
Retail Sales Assistant
Retail Sales Assistant
Ormeau
04.2018 - 06.2018
- Restocking shelves and organising stock.
- Cleaning the shop.
- Keeping animals well-kept, this entailed keeping enclosures clean and providing fresh food and water.
- Customer service handled customer inquiries and complaints.
- Handled cash on the premises.
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate pet products and supplies.
- Maintained inventory levels by organising stock and restocking shelves.
- Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Provided product knowledge and support to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure store cleanliness and organisation.
- Assisted customers with product selection, answered queries and provided advice.
Education
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education And Care
College For Australian Early Childhood Educators
Springwood, Qld03-2025
QLD - Animal Studies
TAFE Queensland
QLD11-2020
Gold Coast, QLD - Tourism
Career Training Institute of Australia
Gold Coast, QLD10-2020
Queensland Certificate of Education
Ormeau
Ormeau09-2020
Skills
- Child development
- Curriculum planning
- Works well in a team
- First aid administration, CPR training
- Hygiene practices
- Patience and empathy
- Creativity
- Behaviour management techniques
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Age-appropriate activities
- Exceptional organisational skills
- Professional appearance
- Reliability and punctuality
- Relationship building
- Calm and gentle nature
- Visual learner
- Strong work ethic
Hobbies and Interests
I'm a strong Christian and love the Lord Jesus. I spend most of my free time writing and reading; being in His Word, the Bible, is my passion, as is going to church
I enjoy helping others, getting creative, such as scrapbooking, painting, and photography I enjoy spending time with family and friends.
Timeline
Childcare Educator
Livingstone Christian Collage Early Learning Centre
09.2022 - Current
Retail Sales Assistant
Toy Mate
06.2022 - 10.2022
Retail Sales Assistant
Pillow Talk
06.2022 - 09.2022
Childcare Provider
<ul>
<li>Supervised children's daily activities and maintained a safe environment.</li>
<li>Maintained cleanliness and organization of play areas and children's belongings.</li>
<li>Organized age-appropriate activities such as games, arts and crafts, and outdoor play.</li>
<li>Read books aloud to small groups or individual children.</li>
<li>Helped develop motor skills through active playtime activities like running, jumping.</li>
</ul>
11.2020 - 07.2021
Retail Assistant
Qld
06.2019 - 12.2021
Retail Work Experience
Qld
06.2018 - 06.2018
Retail Sales Assistant
Retail Sales Assistant
04.2018 - 06.2018
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education And Care
College For Australian Early Childhood Educators
QLD - Animal Studies
TAFE Queensland
Gold Coast, QLD - Tourism
Career Training Institute of Australia
Queensland Certificate of Education
Ormeau
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