HAYLEE LEE
Burleigh Heads,Australia
Summary
Dedicated early childhood educator with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development across social, emotional, intellectual, and motor domains. With a strong commitment to creating a safe and engaging learning environment, I utilize play-based strategies to foster curiosity and encourage exploration. After taking maternity leave to focus on my own family, I am eager to return to the workforce in a childcare role that aligns with my values and supports my young family. I am enthusiastic about collaborating with parents and colleagues to provide a positive and enriching experience for all children, ensuring they build a solid foundation for lifelong learning.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director
Green Leaves early Learning
Reedy Creek, QLD
05.2019 - Current
- Supporting a Director in departmental planning and monitoring process
- Supervising/engaging a team to work in the a positive and constructive environment
- Understanding and implementing all aspects of EYLF
- Liaising with parents on their child’s daily activities and resolving any concerns
- Opening and setting up of the service
- Observations and children’s documentation, daily recording of children’s needs
- Set up of yards – experiences that are age appropriate and engaging experiences to foster the children’s individual development
- Supporting directors in the daily routine of early childhood education and experiences
- Working closely with other staff to ensure smooth operation of the centre in accordance to the current policies and legislations
- Guiding and training new team members when required
- Ensuring a clean and hygienic environment at all times
- Managed daily workflow of personnel by assigning tasks, tracking progress and providing assistance when needed.
GROUP LEADER
TINY TOTS EARLY LEARNING CENTRE
Tugun, QLD
01.2017 - 04.2018
- Supervising/engaging in activities of a group of young children
- Understanding and implementing all aspects of EYLF
- Liaising with parents on their child’s daily activities and resolving any concerns
- Opening and setting up of the service
- Observations and children’s documentation, daily recording of children’s needs
- Set up of yards – experiences that are age appropriate and engaging experiences to foster the children’s individual development
- Supporting directors in the daily routine of early childhood education and experiences
- Working closely with other staff to ensure smooth operation of the centre in accordance to the current policies and legislations
- Guiding and training new team members when required
- Ensuring a clean and hygienic environment at all times
GROUP LEADER
KANGA’S KINDY & CHILDCARE CENTRE
Tugun, QLD
12.2012 - 01.2017
- Ensuring a clean and hygienic environment at all times
- Supervising/engaging in activities of a group of young children
- Understanding and implementing all aspects of EYLF
- Liaising with parents on their child’s daily activities and resolving any concerns
- Opening and setting up of the service including rooms, yards and activities
- Observations and children’s documentation, daily recording of children’s needs
- Communication with parents, building relationships with children and families
- Supporting directors in the daily routine of early childhood education and experiences
- Guiding and training new team members when required
Education
Diploma -
Early Childhood Education & Care
Certificate III -
Early Childhood Education & Care
Skills
Working as an Assisting Director day-to-day operations and supporting my team when necessary, as well as working as a Group Leader leading others is where I have created and learnt these skills
Working Knowledge
- Creating and implement age-appropriate curricula that promote cognitive, social, emotional, ano physical development Using a play-based and hands-on learning approaches to engage children
- Providing a safe, nurturing environment where children feel secure and valued This includes meeting basic needs such as feeding, diapering, and ensuring the overall well-being of the children
- observing children's behavior and interactions to assess their developmental progress and identify any areas where additional support may be needed They use this information to tailor their teaching strategies
- Helping children develop social skills by encouraging positive interactions, teaching conflict resolution, and promoting cooperation and teamwork
- Communicating regularly with parents and caregivers, providing updates on children's progress and discussing any concerns They also offer guidance and resources to help parents support their child's development at home
Personal Skillset
- Capacity to relate, and effectively communicate, with people on all levels
- Over 10 years experience working with young children
- Organised and efficient with an ability to lead and guide other team members
- Honest, reliable and able to show initiative as well as work in a team
- Capacity to relate
- Effective communication
- Experience working with young children
- Organised
- Efficient
- Ability to lead
- Ability to guide team members
- Honesty
- Reliability
- Initiative
- Teamwork
References
Stacey Bichel- Director of current work place, 0451 462 161, reedycreek@greenleaveselc.com.au
Alexis Cattalini- Former Colleague of 5 years, 0451 462 161
Ciann Smith- Former Director at Kanga’s Kindy, 0423 355 908
Timeline
Assistant Director
Green Leaves early Learning
05.2019 - Current
GROUP LEADER
TINY TOTS EARLY LEARNING CENTRE
01.2017 - 04.2018
GROUP LEADER
KANGA’S KINDY & CHILDCARE CENTRE
12.2012 - 01.2017
Diploma -
Early Childhood Education & Care
Certificate III -
Early Childhood Education & Care