Fran Kay
Educator
Seaford,VIC
Summary
Dynamic Early Childhood Educator with a proven track record at Veronica Street Children's Centre, excelling in relationship building and classroom management. Developed innovative curriculum strategies that enhanced student engagement and fostered a positive learning environment. Committed to cultural awareness and collaboration, ensuring all children thrive academically and socially. Education professional with strong commitment to fostering academic growth and student development. Adept at designing and implementing curricula that meet diverse learning needs while promoting collaborative classroom environment. Known for reliability and adaptability, with focus on team collaboration and achieving educational goals through effective classroom management and communication skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate III in Children's Services
Work History
Educator
Expect A Star
10.2022 - 04.2024
- Nurtured collaborative relationships with parents to enhance academic outcomes.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Educator
Z Recruitment
10.2022 - 04.2024
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
Nanny
Placement Solutions
01.2018 - 11.2018
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
- Ensured children''s safety and comfort by consistently monitoring their environment and addressing potential hazards.
Educator
ANZUK
01.2018 - 11.2018
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
- Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
- Enhanced student critical thinking skills through problem-based learning activities.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents and guardians regarding student progress and classroom happenings.
Educator
Seaford Kindergarten
04.2024 - Current
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Educator
Veronica Street Childrens Centre
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Mentored new educators in best practices for teaching, leading to increased confidence and effectiveness within the school community.
Nanny
Keysborough
11.2020 - 08.2021
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
- Provided nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring balanced nutrition for growing bodies.
Early Childhood Educator
Our Learning Steps
06.2020 - 10.2020
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Early Childhood Educator
Monash City Council
02.2020 - 06.2020
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
- Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
Early Childhood Educator
Stonnington Council
07.2014 - 11.2017
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Established ongoing professional development goals, participating in workshops and conferences to stay current on emerging trends in early childhood education.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Assessed children's learning and development through observation and documentation, informing instructional strategies.
- Enhanced children's understanding about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
Educator
KU Children's Services
02.2007 - 07.2014
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, empowering students to take ownership of their learning and academic growth.
- Designed curriculum-aligned assessments to measure student progress and inform instructional decisions.
Education
Certificate 3 In Childrens Services - Childcare
Certificate 3 in Childrens Services
NSW01.2013
Tourism And Hospitality
Certificate 3 in Tourism (Retail Travel)
Canberra, ACT05.1999
Year 12 Certificate - Year 12 Certificate
Hawker College
Canberra, ACT12.1997
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
- Parent interaction
- Cultural awareness
- Project-based learning
- Continuing education
- Learning assessments
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Course implementation
- Diversity and inclusion
- Cooperative learning experience
- Core curriculum and standards
Certification
Liv Cor- Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Provide basic emergency life support. Provide First Aid
Date of Issue: 1 April 2023
Refresh before: 1 April 2026
3 March 2026 and 31 March 2026
Smith family, Let's Count professional development. Implementing maths in the early years.
Timeline
Educator
Seaford Kindergarten
04.2024 - Current
Educator
Expect A Star
10.2022 - 04.2024
Educator
Z Recruitment
10.2022 - 04.2024
Educator
Veronica Street Childrens Centre
09.2021 - 09.2022
Nanny
Keysborough
11.2020 - 08.2021
Early Childhood Educator
Our Learning Steps
06.2020 - 10.2020
Early Childhood Educator
Monash City Council
02.2020 - 06.2020
Nanny
Placement Solutions
01.2018 - 11.2018
Educator
ANZUK
01.2018 - 11.2018
Early Childhood Educator
Stonnington Council
07.2014 - 11.2017
Educator
KU Children's Services
02.2007 - 07.2014
Certificate 3 In Childrens Services - Childcare
Certificate 3 in Childrens Services
Tourism And Hospitality
Certificate 3 in Tourism (Retail Travel)
Year 12 Certificate - Year 12 Certificate
Hawker College
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