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Hayley Eaton

Pacific Pines,Queensland

Summary

I am well-versed in building adaptive curriculum to stimulate learning and development. Patient and personable team player committed to promoting safe and nurturing environment. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Director & Lead Childcare Educator

GCIT Children's Centre
Benowa, Queensland
11.2001 - 07.2024
  • Facilitated communication between staff members, parents, and other stakeholders.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations governing childcare services.
  • Supervised the recruitment process for new staff members.
  • Designed curriculum activities that promote physical, social-emotional, cognitive, and language development skills.
  • Created and maintained records on each child's development milestones and progress reports.
  • Resolved any issues or conflicts that arose among staff or participants.
  • Provided guidance and support to staff in their roles as childcare providers.
  • Evaluated feedback from participants about current programs and proposed changes accordingly.
  • Organized and implemented special events related to childcare services.
  • Assisted with the development and implementation of new childcare programs.
  • Collaborated with community partners to provide resources for families in need.
  • Oversaw all aspects of daily operations, including scheduling, staffing, safety protocols.
  • Attended conferences related to early childhood education initiatives.
  • Coordinated activities designed to meet the educational needs of children in care.
  • Maintained effective communication with parents regarding their children's progress.
  • Managed the centre social media accounts to promote positive image to area families.
  • Hired, mentored and monitored qualified childcare staff.
  • Communicated with parents and fostered strong professional relationships.
  • Developed multilingual and multicultural staff and curriculum to serve families from diverse backgrounds.
  • Worked with parents and staff to improve children's behavioral and learning issues with proactive approaches.
  • Achieved budgetary targets by monitoring expenses and resource utilization, cutting waste and strengthening revenue streams.
  • Maintained current knowledge of the EYLF and NQS and required procedures to optimize learning environments.
  • Recruited, trained and evaluated staff and recommended personnel actions for programs and services.
  • Performed data entry tasks accurately within specified timeframes.
  • Organized and maintained files, including electronic records.
  • Provided assistance with special projects as assigned by management team.
  • Answered incoming calls in a professional manner.
  • Assisted with special projects as requested by management team.
  • Updated contact lists regularly with current information.
  • Performed general clerical duties such as photocopying, mailing and scanning documents.
  • Greeted visitors or callers to handle questions or direct to appropriate staff.
  • Tracked and submitted employee timesheets to prepare for payroll processing.
  • Checked stock to determine inventory levels and maintain office supply products.
  • Proofread content for typo-free emails and documentation.
  • Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, resulting in effective business correspondence.
  • Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls, and maintained front reception desk.

Education

Diploma of Children's Services - Childcare

TAFE Gold Coast
Benowa
01-2009

Skills

  • First Aid certified
  • CPR certified
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Lesson Planning
  • Payment Processing
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Documentation abilities
  • Special Needs Support
  • Behavior Management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Child Safety Procedures
  • Patience and Empathy
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Training in food handling preparation
  • Proven team leader
  • Positive Role Model
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Emotionally supportive
  • Caring and Understanding
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Exceptional organizational skills

Affiliations

  • Loving mother of 2 children and supportive wife
  • Volunteer at my sons Rugby League club
  • Manage my daughter's Oz Tag tem

Certification

  • Working with children Bule Card
  • Current First Aid Certificate
  • Current CPR

References

  • Kylie Parker 0401 094 249 kylieroseparker@icloud.com
  • Katherine Pacey 0406 482 591
  • Tanya Roessler 0408 986 899 t.roessler@bigpond.com

Timeline

Assistant Director & Lead Childcare Educator

GCIT Children's Centre
11.2001 - 07.2024

Diploma of Children's Services - Childcare

TAFE Gold Coast
Hayley Eaton