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Isaiah Faith Tagab

Canberra,ACT

Summary

Dedicated and experienced early childhood educator and OSHC coordinator with over 7 years of experience working across long day care, preschool, and out-of-school hours care settings. Passionate about creating inclusive, child-centred programs that reflect the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) learner profile. Skilled in leadership, team management, and compliance with NQF and regulatory frameworks.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

CGS Care Coordinator

Canberra Grammar School
04.2023 - Current
  • Lead the planning and implementation of engaging programs that align with the IB PYP learner profile
  • Coordinate, supervise and mentor a team of educators to ensure high-quality care and programming.
  • Evaluate and adapt programs to meet individual and group needs while reflecting the voice of the children.
  • Manage regular team meetings, professional development, and in-service training.
  • Oversee excursion planning and risk management, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.
  • Build strong collaborative relationships with families and school staff.

Family and Transport Support Worker

FOCUS ACT
01.2022 - 10.2023
  • Provided therapeutic support to children and young people in order to help them achieve their goals
  • Built strong relationships with children, young people, and families to ensure effective communication and collaboration
  • Transported children and young people to family engagement to promote positive relationships and family involvement
  • Maintained detailed communication notes and reports

OSHC Coordinator

Franklin School
01.2022 - 04.2023
  • Lead and oversee the day-to-day program development, implementation and evaluation of the service.
  • Working directly with children in OSHC and holiday programs aged 4-12 Years, and focusing on the administration, planning and monitoring the provision of the OSHC service.
  • Promote positive teamwork within the OSHC on holiday program.
  • Plan and deliver a stimulating and diverse daily program, providing positive experiences, learning and interactions for all children attending.

Pre-Kindergarten Lead Educator

Canberra Christian School
04.2021 - 12.2021
  • Lead and mentor a team of educators to deliver high quality education and care
  • Prepare, implement and evaluate programs for individual children and groups of children in your care
  • Provide leadership to a team of qualified educators

Pre-Kindergarten Lead Educator

Brindabella Christian College ELC
11.2019 - 04.2021
  • Nominated as a Responsible person and oversee the day to day running of the Service
  • Provide ongoing support and assistance to the Educational Leader in related procedures Assist the Nominated Supervisor in maintaining the Quality Improvement Planning routine Support the Service’s programming promoting commitment to continual improvement to the quality of care provided within the room
  • Facilitated small group activities to promote the development of social skills and positive peer relationships

Toddler Lead Educator

Goodstart ANU
02.2018 - 11.2019
  • Implemented creative and engaging activities that encouraged children to explore and develop new skills
  • Developed a comprehensive curriculum that promoted children's physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development
  • Established and maintained a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment for children

Casino Server

Casino Canberra
10.2015 - 06.2018
  • Providing excellent customer service
  • Addressed all customer requests promptly
  • Obtained food orders and entered into POS system Served food and beverages as per restaurant standards

Educator

YMCA Early Learning Centre
12.2016 - 02.2018
  • Assist staff in the daily routine of appropriate early childhood education and experiences Supervise and engage in the activities of a group of children during the day
  • Positively interact with all children, nurturing their confidence and self-esteem giving each child individual attention and comfort throughout the day.

Education

Graduate Diploma - Early Childhood Education and Care

Victoria University
Melbourne, VIC
12-2024

Diploma - Early Childhood Education and Care

Canberra Institute of Technology
Bruce, ACT
12.2017

Bachelor - Hotel and Restaurant Management

University of San Carlos
03.2011

Skills

  • Leadership & Team Supervision
  • Program Planning (PYP-aligned)
  • Positive Behaviour Support
  • Child-Centred & Creative Programming
  • Strong Communication & Relationship Building
  • Compliance with NQF, EYLF & My Time, Our Place
  • Software: Xplor, Microsoft Office Suite

Timeline

CGS Care Coordinator

Canberra Grammar School
04.2023 - Current

Family and Transport Support Worker

FOCUS ACT
01.2022 - 10.2023

OSHC Coordinator

Franklin School
01.2022 - 04.2023

Pre-Kindergarten Lead Educator

Canberra Christian School
04.2021 - 12.2021

Pre-Kindergarten Lead Educator

Brindabella Christian College ELC
11.2019 - 04.2021

Toddler Lead Educator

Goodstart ANU
02.2018 - 11.2019

Educator

YMCA Early Learning Centre
12.2016 - 02.2018

Casino Server

Casino Canberra
10.2015 - 06.2018

Diploma - Early Childhood Education and Care

Canberra Institute of Technology

Bachelor - Hotel and Restaurant Management

University of San Carlos

Graduate Diploma - Early Childhood Education and Care

Victoria University
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