ELISE CASSEL
Kiama Downs
Summary
Dedicated early childhood education professional with a proven track record in creating engaging and supportive learning environments for young learners. Demonstrates expertise in developing age-appropriate curricula, implementing inclusive classroom management strategies, and fostering emotional intelligence. Recognized for exceptional communication skills and a compassionate approach, ensuring effective interactions with children, parents, and colleagues to achieve optimal educational outcomes. Committed to continuous professional growth and contributing positively to an organization that values innovation in helping others.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
Dapto Community Pre School
Dapto
01.2015 - Current
- Company Overview: Big Fat Smile
- Coordinate team efforts to implement organized daily programming in the Early Learning room.
- Implemented strategies to support children with special needs, ensuring inclusive education practices.
- Collaborate with parents in order to discuss their child's progress or any concerns they may have had regarding their child's development or behavior.
- Guide children during group sessions and structured activities.
- Conduct regular cleaning responsibilities on a daily basis.
- Enhanced collaboration with parents and staff.
- Support Children who are developmentally challenged
- Foster an atmosphere that encourages respect for all individuals regardless of gender, race or religion.
- Foster positive relationships with children, encouraging trust and emotional security.
- Stick to daily routines to help children feel comfortable and promote development.
Child Care Worker/Support Worker
Koonawarra Community Pre School
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Company Overview: Big Fat Smile
- Facilitated communication between educators and guardians.
- Recorded child behavior, food, and medication information for families
- Engaged in active listening when communicating with children to ensure understanding of instructions or expectations.
- Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Maintained organized and clean classroom and play areas.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in children to alert parents or guardians.
Lead Educator – Toddler Room
Edens Landing Children’s Centre
04.2012 - 12.2013
- Managed Toddler room operations.
- Facilitated group activities, ensuring children were engaged and educated.
- Executed daily hygienic responsibilities.
- Participated in discussions and collaboration efforts during relaxation intervals.
- Collaborated with preschool staff and parents.
Child Care Worker - Certificate 111
Koonawarra Children’s Centre
02.2011 - 03.2012
- Engaged children during group activities.
- Performed regular cleaning activities.
- Maintained effective communication between preschool staff and parents.
- Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Maintained safe play environment.
- Reported any concerning behaviors or issues to supervisors immediately.
Superannuation Clerk
Pillar Administration
11.2010 - 01.2011
- Data entry for First State Super Transfers
- Preparing transfer letters
- Extensive use of Microsoft Word and Outlook
- Update member account details
Advertising Officer
NSW Businesslink
08.2010 - 09.2010
- Entering advertisements in to jobs.nsw website and E-recruitment system
- Checking advertisements
- Extensive use of Microsoft Word and Outlook
Application Receipting Officer
NSW Businesslink
01.2006 - 01.2010
- Handled external and internal communications effectively.
- Handled application packages.
- Utilized Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook for various tasks.
- Performed data entry for applications.
- Ensured the security and confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
Education
Certificate 111 - Early Education and Care
Wollongong TAFE
01.2011
Graduated Year 12 -
Kiama High School
12.2004
Graduated Year 6 -
Ss Peter and Paul Primary School
12.1998
Skills
- Ability to communicate and engage with diverse backgrounds
- Fast learner
- Honest
- Friendly
- Hardworking
- Bright personality
- Keen and willing to learn
- Expertise in Microsoft Word
- Expertise in Excel
- Expertise in Outlook
- Typing speed of 40 words per minute with 99% accuracy
- Team collaboration
- Behavior management
- Emotional support
Certification
First Aid Certificate, renewed February 2025
Hobbies and Interests
- Walking
- Swimming
- Skiing
- Music
- Reading
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 30/01/87
Driver Licence - Class
C
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
Dapto Community Pre School
01.2015 - Current
Child Care Worker/Support Worker
Koonawarra Community Pre School
01.2014 - 12.2014
Lead Educator – Toddler Room
Edens Landing Children’s Centre
04.2012 - 12.2013
Child Care Worker - Certificate 111
Koonawarra Children’s Centre
02.2011 - 03.2012
Superannuation Clerk
Pillar Administration
11.2010 - 01.2011
Advertising Officer
NSW Businesslink
08.2010 - 09.2010
Application Receipting Officer
NSW Businesslink
01.2006 - 01.2010
Certificate 111 - Early Education and Care
Wollongong TAFE
Graduated Year 12 -
Kiama High School
Graduated Year 6 -
Ss Peter and Paul Primary School