Emanda Perera
Drouin,VIC
Summary
Experienced childcare educator and 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. Friendly and energetic with over 7 years of childcare experience and Leadership roles. Energetic, motivated Group leader and Assistant centre director who is highly organized and skilled at balancing the needs of children and families in both personal and professional capacities. I believe I have a great passion towards working with children and Families for the betterment of their future.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Centre Director/ Educational Leader
Little Saints ELC
, Vic
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted Center Director in developing and managing staff schedules and ensuring coverage for all shifts.
- Provided guidance, support and mentorship to new employees and conducted performance evaluations.
- Developed, monitored and maintained a budget to ensure efficient use of resources.
- Participated in the recruitment process including interviewing potential candidates.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations related to health, safety and security standards.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss upcoming performances, goals and objectives.
- Resolved issues with families and staff efficiently by providing appropriate solutions or referring them to the relevant personnel.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations of the center which included scheduling tours, orientations, and ordering supplies.
- Developed and deepened relationships with center children and families.
- Monitored performance of staff and provided feedback.
- Developed and implemented educational curriculum standards aligned with state requirements.
- Worked closely with special education staff members to create individualized learning plans.
Education Support Officer
St Ita's Catholic Primary
Drouin, Vic
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Delivered instruction individually or in small groups with support from Teachers.
- Instructed small groups of students in alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
- Discussed assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts.
- Instructed and monitored students in use and care of equipment and materials.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
Assistant Centre Director
Little Miracle Feet Montessori
Cranbourne
02.2016 - 06.2016
- Promoted to Assistant Centre Director
- Supported the Centre Director
- Developed and deepened relationships with center children and families.
- Encouraged, empowered and motivated team to accomplish objectives.
- Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Entered time and attendance logs in preparation for payroll.
- Exercised good judgment and decision-making in escalating concerns and resolving issues.
- Maintained adequate staffing to meet objectives within budget.
Starters Room Leader
Little Miracle Feet Montessori
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Started of as Classroom Educator
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
Childcare Assistant
Goodstart Child Care
04.2010 - 11.2015
- Starting as a Toddler room Assistant in 2010
- Established and maintained safe play environment for children.
- Supported children's emotional and social development with one-on-one attention.
- Collaborated daily with classroom teachers to keep activities running smoothly.
- Acting Group Leader to the Kinder Room from January 2015
- Maintained focused, inclusive and supportive learning environments.
- Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to foster learning.
- Kept over 30 students safe in classroom and outside environments.
- Organized classroom spaces to meet students' learning needs and smoothly manage planned activities.
- Promoted to Assistant Centre Director in January 2015, which position I held until my resignation in November 2015.
Education
Bachelor of Early childhood -
Australian Catholic University
Melbourne, VICDiploma - Children's services, Asthma
Skills
- Ability to make children learn through dance, music and media arts
- Ability to set up experiences has both children interest as well as parents voice for specific age groups
- Knowledge of health, hygiene and nutritional needs of children
- Knowledge of play, reading, quiet and craft session experiences
- The ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Good knowledge of computer skills for planning and writing daily journals
- Good working knowledge of MS Excel, Access & Word
- Good in time management, house keeping
- Strong ability to follow instructions
- Contribute to the ongoing of work practices
- Possess good skills in managing time, planning and organizing the responsibilities according to the position
- Good management skills
- Maintain an effective relationships which supports and children and their families
- Able to lead and motivate the team to develop and implement high quality curriculum
- An understanding of social platforms
- Knowledge of Canva, Google Analytics, and Facebook Ads
- Able to create content on Socials
References
Upon Request
Timeline
Assistant Centre Director/ Educational Leader
Little Saints ELC
03.2023 - Current
Education Support Officer
St Ita's Catholic Primary
02.2023 - 03.2023
Assistant Centre Director
Little Miracle Feet Montessori
02.2016 - 06.2016
Starters Room Leader
Little Miracle Feet Montessori
01.2016 - 06.2016
Childcare Assistant
Goodstart Child Care
04.2010 - 11.2015
Bachelor of Early childhood -
Australian Catholic University
Diploma - Children's services, Asthma
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