Emma Patterson
Melbourne,Victoria
Summary
Proactive and caring worker with 15 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. 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 15 years of experience supervising 25 children simultaneously and employing activities to support learning objectives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Auburn Child Care And Kindergarten
2017.05 - Current
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Organized snack time and nap hours.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Taught children with creative approaches, methods, and techniques.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Delivered clear, concise instructions to children to aid in each student's decision-making.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
Area Manager
Minifie Park Early Childhood. Centre
2009.06 - 2017.05
- Conducted training sessions to educate employees on best practices and procedures to increase profitability.
- Assessed reports to evaluate performance, develop targeted improvements, and implement changes.
- Transformed underperforming teams into productive, profitable teams.
- Resolved conflicts promptly to promote positive environment for customers.
- Directed workforce planning, customer retention and customer service management for multiple locations.
Education
Diploma - Diploma of Children's Services
Holmsglen Institute of Tafe
Melbourne, VIC12.2010
Skills
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Basic Skills Teaching
- Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
- Teacher and Administrator Collaboration
- Age-Appropriate Curriculum
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
- Early Childhood Education Knowledge
- Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
- Ensuring Safety and Injury Prevention
References
Christine O'Reiley - Centre Director Auburn Child Care and Kindergarten - 0411632982
Alice McCarthy - Early Childhood Teacher Auburn Child Care and Kindergarten - 0422709868
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Auburn Child Care And Kindergarten
2017.05 - Current
Area Manager
Minifie Park Early Childhood. Centre
2009.06 - 2017.05
Diploma - Diploma of Children's Services
Holmsglen Institute of Tafe
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