Hayley Rowlands
Sydney,NSW
Summary
I am a friendly, committed and ambitious worker with several years of experience in the Early Childhood Education and Care industry. I was appointed Educational Leader at my current centre in 2022. I am passionate about programming and planning and facilitating children to strive for their own personal best. I am seeking to continue to refine my skills and to learn and connect with other educators and leaders.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Teacher and Educational Leader
Affinity Education Group
Seven Hills , NSW
2019.07 - Current
- Established a safe, healthy and nurturing environment for the children in my care.
- Assessed children's abilities, strengths, interests and needs through observations.
- Implemented developmentally appropriate activities to enhance children's physical, cognitive, social and emotional growth.
- Created an atmosphere conducive to learning through stimulating materials and resources.
- Facilitated positive interactions between children by modeling appropriate behaviour.
- Engaged with parents and guardians regularly to discuss their child's progress.
- Contributed to managing child portfolios, showcasing the child's learning and progress.
- Designed a program template underpinned by the Early Years Learning Framework and Lifelong Learning Curriculum, and brought it into effect at the service.
- Collaborated with and supported colleagues to create an engaging and meaningful program that met the diverse needs of all learners.
- Mentored student teachers on placement, observing their lessons and offering constructive feedback.
- Attended workshops designed to increase knowledge of early childhood education practices.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Followed safe food handling policies, and receiving ongoing training about food allergy management, anaphylaxis and use of adrenaline injectors.
- Followed nappy changing policies and procedures, ensuring they are performed in a hygienic and safe manner.
- Administered medications as prescribed by medical practitioners and first aid guidelines to ensure the continuing health, safety, and wellbeing of the children in my care.
- Actively supervised the children in my care, promoting safety, security and positive risk-taking.
- Maintained confidentiality.
Cash Office Assistant
Woolworths Group
Marayong , NSW
2015.02 - 2020.04
- Performed daily opening and closing procedures for the cash office.
- Answered customer calls, addressed questions, and forwarded to the right departments or managers when needed.
- Tracked inventory levels of currency supplies such as coins, notes and checks.
- Investigated any overages and shortages that occurred during shift operations.
- Adhered to safety protocols when handling large amounts of money.
- Conducted regular audits across the store, ensuring compliance with standards.
- Used the application, Kronos, to do payroll and rostering.
- Printed and put up sales tickets across the store.
Store Clerk
Masters Home Improvement
Rouse Hill , NSW
2014.01 - 2015.02
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers, responding to questions, and offering assistance with locating items.
- Operated cash register in accordance with store policies and procedures.
- Handled returns and exchanges in accordance with store policies.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner to maintain positive relationships with shoppers.
- Ensured shelves and displays were clean, stocked and organised at all times.
- Answered and directed phone calls with proper business phone etiquette.
- Followed safety protocols when lifting heavy objects and operating machinery within the store environment.
- Assisted in training and mentoring new staff members.
Education
Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) -
Macquarie University
Macquarie Park, NSW2021-02
Skills
- Curriculum Planning
- Lesson Planning
- Reflective Practice
- Classroom Organisation
- Positive Communication
- Exercising Patience
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Early Childhood Teacher and Educational Leader
Affinity Education Group
2019.07 - Current
Cash Office Assistant
Woolworths Group
2015.02 - 2020.04
Store Clerk
Masters Home Improvement
2014.01 - 2015.02
Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) -
Macquarie University
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