Heidi Engelbrecht
Gracemere,QLD
Summary
Dynamic and collaborative Educator with a proven track record at Camp Australia, enhancing children's learning through play-based strategies and fostering strong family relationships. Excelled in classroom management and problem-solving, significantly improving learning environments. Skilled in preparing nutritious meals and ensuring safety, demonstrating a balance of hard and soft skills.
Offering genuine interest in early childhood education and readiness to grow within this field. Brings understanding of child development principles and ability to create engaging learning experiences. Ready to use and develop skills in lesson planning and classroom management in this role.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator
Camp Australia
08.2024 - Current
- Ensured the health and safety of children by consistently monitoring their activities both indoors and outdoors.
- Implemented hands-on learning opportunities that encouraged exploration, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills among children.
- Developed strong relationships with families, maintaining open communication channels for optimal support of each child''s growth and wellbeing.
- Maintained safety and cleanliness by sterilizing toys and surfaces.
- Established a safe, secure, and inclusive classroom setting where all children felt welcomed and valued.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
Wait Staff Member
LoneStar
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Maintained cleanliness in dining area, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere for customers.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Demonstrated excellent multitasking abilities by managing multiple tables simultaneously without sacrificing quality of service.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Education
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education
Kath Dickson
Rockhampton, QLD06-2026
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Classroom management
- Play-based learning
- Lesson planning
- Gross motor skills
- Maintaining safety
- Sensory activities
- Behavioral modeling
- Arts and crafts
- Outdoor play
- Preparing meals
Timeline
Educator
Camp Australia
08.2024 - Current
Wait Staff Member
LoneStar
03.2023 - 09.2023
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education
Kath Dickson
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