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Fang Shi

Early Childhood Teacher/ Higher Education Lecturer
Melbourne

Summary

A dedicated teacher with four years of experience in Early Childhood Education and recent experience as a Higher Education lecturer. Adept at delivering engaging and inclusive learning experiences tailored to diverse student needs. Skilled in curriculum development, student assessment, and fostering collaborative learning environments. While well-versed in early education frameworks and strategies, also proficient in applying tertiary teaching methodologies to ensure academic rigor and student success. Expert in leveraging in-depth pedagogy and experience in Early Childhood Education to provide relevant insights and first-hand experiences. Committed to continuous professional development and creating meaningful learning opportunities across all education levels.

Overview

4
4

Years of Early Childhood Education experience

1
1

Years of Higher Education lecturer experience

Work History

Casual Lecturer

Southern Cross Education Institute Higher Education
06.2024 - Current
  • Delivered engaging and dynamic lectures in Early Childhood Education, both on-campus and online
  • Facilitated student engagement, provided consultations, and addressed student concerns effectively
  • Marked assessments with adherence to institutional standards and provided timely feedback
  • Participated in moderation and benchmarking activities to ensure academic consistency
  • Contributed to faculty discussions, professional development, and scholarly practice
  • Assisted in the development and review of curriculum materials to enhance learning outcomes

Early Childhood Teacher

Giraffe Early Learning Centre
07.2022 - Current
  • Taught and supported the development of children aged 3 to 5 years
  • Applied the Early Years Learning Framework in planning, teaching, and documenting student progress
  • Mentored pre-service teachers and adjusted lesson plans to meet diverse learning needs
  • Built collaborative relationships with families and conducted parent-teacher interviews
  • Developed engaging learning environments that fostered creativity and critical thinking
  • Conducted regular assessments to monitor children's developmental milestones and progress
  • Coordinated extracurricular activities to promote community engagement

Early Childhood Educator

Inspire Early Learning Journey
01.2022 - 06.2022
  • Designed and facilitated engaging activities for baby, toddler and kinder rooms
  • Maintained a safe and inclusive learning environment while implementing classroom rules
  • Supported diverse learning needs through differentiated instruction and supervision
  • Collaborated with colleagues to plan and implement thematic teaching units
  • Monitored and reported on children’s behavior and learning progress to families and staff
  • Utilized digital tools to document and share learning outcomes with parents

Early Childhood Educator

Papilio Early Learning
07.2021 - 12.2021
  • Organized play-based and hands-on activities to promote holistic development
  • Supported children with additional needs through individualized strategies and interventions
  • Actively participated in professional development to maintain industry currency
  • Created and maintained classroom environments conducive to exploration and learning
  • Provided one-on-one support to children facing developmental challenges
  • Conducted parent workshops on fostering early childhood learning at home

Chinese Teacher and Faculty Coordinator

Victorian School of Languages
01.2019 - 06.2021
  • Taught Chinese to Year 5-8 students and implemented the Victorian Curriculum
  • Differentiated lessons to support diverse student abilities and backgrounds
  • Developed and delivered professional development sessions for teachers
  • Created interactive and engaging lessons using digital tools and sustainable education practices
  • Oversaw curriculum planning and implementation for the Chinese faculty
  • Introduced innovative teaching methods to enhance language acquisition
  • Facilitated regular communication between parents and faculty to support student success
  • Organized cultural immersion activities to deepen students’ understanding of Chinese culture

Education

Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood Education -

Victoria University
07.2021 - 07.2022

Master of Teaching in Secondary Education -

Monash University
02.2017 - 12.2018

Graduate Diploma of Education Studies -

Monash University
02.2016 - 12.2016

Bachelor of Science -

Shan Dong University
07.2011 - 07.2015

Skills

Curriculum & Lecture Development

Accomplishments

  • Successfully facilitated hybrid learning experiences combining on-campus and online methodologies.
  • Mentored pre-service teachers, fostering their professional growth and classroom readiness.
  • Consistently met assessment marking deadlines with accuracy and fairness.
  • Enhanced student learning experiences through creative and inclusive teaching strategies.
  • Recognized for exceptional curriculum development skills in multiple teaching roles.
  • Initiated and led workshops on behavior management strategies for early educators.

Timeline

Casual Lecturer

Southern Cross Education Institute Higher Education
06.2024 - Current

Early Childhood Teacher

Giraffe Early Learning Centre
07.2022 - Current

Early Childhood Educator

Inspire Early Learning Journey
01.2022 - 06.2022

Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood Education -

Victoria University
07.2021 - 07.2022

Early Childhood Educator

Papilio Early Learning
07.2021 - 12.2021

Chinese Teacher and Faculty Coordinator

Victorian School of Languages
01.2019 - 06.2021

Master of Teaching in Secondary Education -

Monash University
02.2017 - 12.2018

Graduate Diploma of Education Studies -

Monash University
02.2016 - 12.2016

Bachelor of Science -

Shan Dong University
07.2011 - 07.2015
Fang ShiEarly Childhood Teacher/ Higher Education Lecturer