Emily Mcconville
NSW
Summary
I am a hardworking, professional and experienced worker, who has worked in the childcare industry for 6+years and the retail and bar field for 2+years. I have experience managing a team and training up staff in different industries.
Early childhood care professional with extensive experience in nurturing and educating young children. Known for effective collaboration with team members and adaptability to changing needs, ensuring supportive and safe learning environment. Skilled in developmental activities and compassionate caregiving.
Professional childcare leader with strong background in early childhood education and team management. Known for fostering collaborative environments, adapting to changing needs, and driving impactful results. Skilled in curriculum development, staff training, and ensuring high standards of care and safety. Reliable, flexible, and focused on achieving excellence in all aspects of childcare operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Years Educator
Busy Bees
05.2019 - 11.2024
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching skills.
- Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
- Mentored new staff members, sharing best practices in childcare techniques and classroom management strategies.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment by enforcing strict safety guidelines and adhering to childcare regulations.
- Delivered high-quality childcare by consistently meeting regulatory standards during inspections and audits.
- Prevented the spread of illness in childcare facilities through diligent disinfection procedures and adherence to health regulations.
- Coordinated with other staff members effectively in order to provide a cohesive childcare program promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Ensured the health and safety of children by consistently monitoring their activities both indoors and outdoors.
- Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs and discuss progress reports regularly.
- Maintained safety and cleanliness by sterilizing toys and surfaces.
- Established a safe, secure, and inclusive classroom setting where all children felt welcomed and valued.
- Developed strong relationships with families, maintaining open communication channels for optimal support of each child''s growth and wellbeing.
- Enhanced children''s cognitive and social development by implementing age-appropriate activities and games.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, meal counts, emergency contact information, ensuring compliance with state regulations.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Supervised outdoor playtime, ensuring safety while encouraging physical activity and exploration.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment by maintaining clean and organized spaces for daily use.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding to meet children's dietary needs.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Managed daily routines including meal preparation, naptime, and activity setup for efficient operations.
- Built strong relationships with parents by providing regular progress updates and addressing concerns promptly.
- Boosted children''s cognitive development with age-appropriate educational games and activities.
- Read and told stories to promote and support overall language development.
- Established positive relationships with parent to collaboratively promote child's wellbeing.
- Maintained daily records of children's individual activities, behaviors, meals, and naps.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Worked closely with fellow staff members in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities.
- Documented children's growth and development.
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
- Logged information regarding naps, feedings, and any medications administered.
- Created and implemented activities to promote language development.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
Bar Work at a Festival
Shh Events
07.2024 - 07.2024
- Operated cash register and received cash or credit card payment from customer to procure and record transactions.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Delivered exceptional customer service at information booths, offering accurate details about schedules, locations, and attractions within the event grounds.
- Ensured compliance with safety and sanitation regulations, promoting a safe working environment.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere through friendly interactions with customers and colleagues.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient drink orders.
Retail Supervisor
DW Sports Fitness
01.2017 - 05.2019
- Assisted customers in locating products and making informed purchasing decisions based on their needs and preferences.
- Trained new employees on store policies, procedures, and sales techniques to enhance their performance.
- Enhanced store appearance with regular maintenance, cleaning, and organization of merchandise areas.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing customer concerns promptly.
- Processed exchanges, refunds and team member purchases to keep cashiers focused on efficiently checking out regular customers.
- Coordinated merchandising displays, signage and sales enablement.
- Conducted thorough audits of cash registers, ensuring accuracy and accountability in financial transactions.
- Boosted store sales through effective merchandising, product placement, and promotional displays.
- Kept merchandise fresh by monitoring use of proper stock rotation procedures and setting up promotions to move out aging products.
- Increased retail sales revenue by implementing innovative marketing strategies and promotional events.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently process, package, and label products for seamless retail display.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Oversaw store operations, including opening and closing procedures, cash management, and safety compliance.
- Enhanced store appearance by maintaining cleanliness standards and visually appealing displays that showcased products effectively.
- Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked, and well-organized.
- Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues, and difficult customers.
- Controlled store inventory and reviewed cash handling and operations reports.
- Completed daily paperwork and computer entry of sales data as established by management.
- Exceeded sales goals and accomplished business objectives by inspiring staff and promoting target products.
- Trained and developed new employees for ease of transition into team.
Nursery Assistant
ARC Nursery
04.2017 - 08.2018
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Promoted child development through active play, stimulating curiosity and fostering creativity with hands-on activities.
- Facilitated outdoor playtime for physical exercise while promoting healthy habits among young learners.
- Enhanced children''s learning experiences by incorporating engaging activities and educational games into daily routines.
- Supported each child''s emotional well-being by providing nurturing care and attentively listening to their concerns.
- Assisted nursery staff in preparing nutritious meals for children, adhering to any dietary restrictions or allergies when necessary.
- Enhanced children''s social skills through group activities designed to encourage teamwork and cooperation.
Education
Diploma in Childcare Level 3 - Childcare
Central Bedfordshire College
Dunstable 07-2018
Skills
- Child-centered approach
- Patience and empathy
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Gross motor skills development
- Task delegation
- Order taking
Timeline
Bar Work at a Festival
Shh Events
07.2024 - 07.2024
Early Years Educator
Busy Bees
05.2019 - 11.2024
Nursery Assistant
ARC Nursery
04.2017 - 08.2018
Retail Supervisor
DW Sports Fitness
01.2017 - 05.2019
Diploma in Childcare Level 3 - Childcare
Central Bedfordshire College
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