Hayley Gray (McKenzie)
Goulburn
Summary
Compassionate Early Childhood Educator with passion for teaching and supporting young students in setting foundation for life-long success. Proven to quickly develop rapport with children through friendly approach, patient demeanour and excellent communication skills. Organized with exceptional work ethic and dedication to completing projects. Skilled in both independently motivated and collaborative team settings.
Experienced with early childhood education, focusing on creating inclusive and stimulating learning environments. Utilizes creative teaching methods and behavioural management strategies to engage young learners. Knowledge of developmental milestones and effective communication with parents and colleagues.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
Imaginations Early Education
09.2019 - Current
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- 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.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- 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.
- Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
- 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.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Strengthened parent-teacher relationships through consistent communication, increasing parental involvement in the educational process.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Contributed to staff meetings and professional learning communities, sharing insights and strategies for continuous improvement of teaching practices.
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples in lesson plans.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, sharing best practices to improve overall instruction quality across the school.
- Mentored new educators, providing guidance on effective teaching approaches and classroom management techniques.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Promoted physical health by incorporating movement breaks and outdoor play opportunities into each day''s schedule.
- Developed comprehensive assessments to measure student progress effectively and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Developed and executed age-appropriate curriculum, fostering love for learning in young children.
- Implemented technology in classroom for educational purposes, enriching learning experience.
- Supported children's physical development with daily outdoor play and fine motor skills activities, enhancing their physical health and coordination.
- Encouraged children's independence and self-help skills through daily routines and activities.
- Enhanced children's understanding of cultural diversity through multicultural lessons and activities.
- Improved classroom behaviour by establishing and consistently applying clear rules and expectations.
- Facilitated small group activities to encourage collaboration and social skills among children.
- Enhanced children's emotional and social development by implementing interactive and inclusive classroom activities.
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Lilac Early Learning
01.2019 - 10.2019
- Supported early language development through storytelling, reading books, and engaging children in interactive conversations.
- Managed daily routines efficiently, ensuring smooth transitions between different activities throughout the day without any loss of instructional time.
- Created a nurturing and safe environment for children to grow emotionally, socially, and academically.
- Enhanced children''s learning experiences by incorporating engaging play activities and age-appropriate educational materials.
Cook
The Learning Tree Childcare Centre
01.2011 - 09.2013
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Weekly menu planning for 100 children per day, following nutritional and allergen guidelines.
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
The Learning Tree Childcare Centre
01.2011 - 09.2013
- Assisted lead teacher in developing and implementing comprehensive lesson plans, resulting in improved overall classroom performance.
- Helped create a culturally responsive classroom where all students felt valued and respected by incorporating diverse learning materials into daily lessons.
- Established strong relationships with families through open communication channels and participation in school events.
Customer Service (Nursery Department)
Target
08.2011 - 07.2013
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Product assistance and cleaning.
- Prepared and sold broad range of customized merchandise to individuals.
Early Childhood Educator Assistant (Preschool 1)
ABC Goodstart, Goulburn Central
01.2008 - 08.2011
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within early childhood education.
- Organized creative arts projects for students to enhance their fine motor skills and self-expression abilities.
- Collaborated with a team of educators to develop an inclusive curriculum that met the diverse needs of all students.
- Maintained detailed records of each child''s progress, facilitating effective parent-teacher conferences focused on growth and improvement.
- Supported early language development through storytelling, reading books, and engaging children in interactive conversations.
Early Childhood Educator (Room Leader - Nursery)
ABC Goodstart Early Learning, Goulburn Central
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
- Implemented evidence-based behavior management systems to maintain a positive atmosphere conducive to learning for all students.
- Improved literacy rates by implementing targeted reading interventions and guided reading sessions.
Education
Bachelor of Teaching - Early Childhood Teaching
Swinburne Online
Melbourne, VIC01-2028
Diploma of Early Childhood Education And Care - Early Childhood Care And Education
ECTARC-Early Childhood Services, Training And Professsional
Wollongong, NSW12-2022
Certificate III in Children's Services - Early Childhood Care And Education
National Institute of Early Childhood Education
01-2010
Skills
- Child-centered educational approach
- Problem-solving
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Documentation and record keeping
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Maintaining safety
- Sensory activities
- Curriculum planning
- Behavioural modelling
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
Imaginations Early Education
09.2019 - Current
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Lilac Early Learning
01.2019 - 10.2019
Customer Service (Nursery Department)
Target
08.2011 - 07.2013
Cook
The Learning Tree Childcare Centre
01.2011 - 09.2013
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
The Learning Tree Childcare Centre
01.2011 - 09.2013
Early Childhood Educator Assistant (Preschool 1)
ABC Goodstart, Goulburn Central
01.2008 - 08.2011
Early Childhood Educator (Room Leader - Nursery)
ABC Goodstart Early Learning, Goulburn Central
01.2007 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Teaching - Early Childhood Teaching
Swinburne Online
Diploma of Early Childhood Education And Care - Early Childhood Care And Education
ECTARC-Early Childhood Services, Training And Professsional
Certificate III in Children's Services - Early Childhood Care And Education
National Institute of Early Childhood Education
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