Jamaica Bridges
Dee Why,NSW
Summary
Experienced Childcare Director skilled in developing age-appropriate curriculums and mentoring staff. Known for excellent communication and collaboration, ensuring compliance with regulations and promoting a safe, supportive atmosphere for children and families.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Director
The Village Creative Education
Brookvale, NSW
04.2019 - Current
- Supervised daily operations of childcare center, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum for diverse learning needs.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices in child development and safety protocols.
- Coordinated parent communication, addressing concerns and promoting involvement in activities.
- Managed enrollment processes, maintaining accurate records and timely updates.
- Fostered a safe and nurturing environment through regular safety inspections and maintenance checks.
- Collaborated with community organizations to enhance support services for families.
- Conducted staff evaluations to promote professional development and improve performance standards.
- Collaborated with other childcare centers in the area to promote best practices among early childhood educators.
- Facilitated communication between teachers about curriculum changes or updates.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members if needed.
- Assisted in recruiting qualified personnel to work at the childcare center as needed.
- Kept up-to-date on changing regulations related to running a childcare center.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures for the center to ensure safety and quality standards are met.
- Conducted regular inspections of the facility to ensure it meets safety standards set by local authorities.
- Monitored budgets related to staffing costs, supplies expenses, program fees.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, meals served, medical records, incident reports.
- Communicated with parents and fostered strong professional relationships.
- Reviewed and evaluated programs for compliance with state, local and federal regulations.
Childcare Center Director
Brookvale Early Learning Centre
Brookvale , NSW
03.2012 - 04.2019
- Supervised daily operations of childcare center, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices in child development and safety protocols.
- Coordinated parent communication, addressing concerns and promoting involvement in activities.
- Managed enrollment processes, maintaining accurate records and timely updates.
- Fostered a safe and nurturing environment through regular safety inspections and maintenance checks.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members if needed.
- Kept up-to-date on changing regulations related to running a childcare center.
- Provided guidance to teachers on how to deal with behavioral issues among young children.
- Conducted regular inspections of the facility to ensure it meets safety standards set by local authorities.
- Managed daily operations of the childcare center, including overseeing staff and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Communicated with parents and fostered strong professional relationships.
Lived abroad in Canada
Whistler kids & Creekside Market
10.2009 - 04.2011
- For two amazing years I lived in Canada on a working holiday visa. I worked at whistler kids and creekside market during this time.
Childcare Lead Teacher
Banbury Cottage Childcare Centre
Rockdale, NSW
01.2005 - 10.2009
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans for diverse learning styles.
- Guided children in daily activities and social interactions.
- Created a safe and nurturing classroom environment for all students.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's developmental needs.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote positive behavior.
- Monitored children's progress and maintained accurate records of development.
- Ensured all health and safety regulations were adhered to at all times.
- Kept accurate records of attendance and incident reports.
- Reported any concerns regarding a child's safety or well-being to the supervisor immediately.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles among students.
- Maintained positive relationships with parents by communicating regularly about their child's development.
- Attended professional development workshops and seminars related to early childhood education.
- Assisted with meal times by helping children serve themselves and encouraging healthy eating habits.
- Assessed each child's development on an ongoing basis using observation tools.
- Developed lesson plans that were age appropriate and met the needs of each individual child.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
Education
Bachelor of Early Childhood Care And Education - Early Childhood Education
La Trobe University
Melbourne, Victoria, VIC12-2025
Diploma - Early Childhood Care And Education
Karben Training Solutions
Sydney, NSW09-2016
High School Diploma -
Wooloware High School
Sydney, NSW11-2004
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Child behavior management
- Staff training
- Safety compliance
- Record keeping
- Team collaboration
- Staff hiring
- Written communication
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication
Timeline
Childcare Director
The Village Creative Education
04.2019 - Current
Childcare Center Director
Brookvale Early Learning Centre
03.2012 - 04.2019
Lived abroad in Canada
Whistler kids & Creekside Market
10.2009 - 04.2011
Childcare Lead Teacher
Banbury Cottage Childcare Centre
01.2005 - 10.2009
Bachelor of Early Childhood Care And Education - Early Childhood Education
La Trobe University
Diploma - Early Childhood Care And Education
Karben Training Solutions
High School Diploma -
Wooloware High School