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Jeni Valiyathodiyil

Coorparoo

Summary

Dedicated and passionate Early Childhood Educator with a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, currently pursuing a Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care at Southern Cross University. Over two years of hands-on experience supporting children's learning and development in both permanent and casual educator roles across various early learning settings. Skilled in implementing engaging, play-based programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children, and fostering strong, respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Looking forward to leveraging my skills, experience, and ongoing academic learning to contribute meaningfully to a collaborative and child-centred early learning environment.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Part-time Permanent Educator

Guardian Childcare and Education
10.2024 - Current
  • Implemented intentional and play-based learning experiences in the Kindy room.
  • Conducted observations and contributed to the ongoing cycle of planning and documentation.
  • Fostered children’s social-emotional development through positive interactions.
  • Ensured the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children in daily routines

Casual Educator

Guardian Childcare and Education
04.2024 - 10.2024
  • Provided day care to infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school aged children in their daily activities and behaviors
  • Engaged children through safe, active and intellectually stimulating learning sessions
  • Assisted in preparing food and serving meals and refreshments to children according to their family needs
  • Communicated any significant event or concern about the child to the parents immediately

Early Childhood Educator

Edge Early Learning
10.2023 - 04.2024
  • Promoted the overall development of children by carefully observing and communicating with them
  • Helped to structure curriculum for meeting the educational needs of children
  • Controlled classroom environment with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques
  • Frequently communicated with their parents about their progress and developments

Early Childhood Educator

Edge Early Learning
07.2023 - 10.2023
  • Ensuring that the physical environment is safe, clean, and conducive to children's well being
  • This includes maintaining hygiene, and creating a welcoming atmosphere
  • Maintaining open and effective communication with parents or guardians to keep them informed about the child’s progress
  • Maintaining accurate records of children's progress, attendance, and other information


Early Childhood Educator

Guardian Childcare and Education
04.2023 - 06.2023
  • Supervising and ensuring the safety of children
  • Creating engaging learning environments that encourage exploration and creativity
  • Planning and implementing educational activities
  • Maintaining accurate record of children’s attendance and developmental progress

Education

Working Towards Graduate Diploma - Early Childhood Education And Care

Southern Cross University
12-2025

Master of Education - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages

University of South Australia
Adelaide, SA
12-2024

Certificate III

Australian Wide Training Institute
03-2023

Skills

  • Empathy and compassion
  • Communication
  • Pertinence and flexibility
  • Problem solving
  • Classroom management
  • Time management

Accomplishments

· Awarded the Vice Chancellor’s Letter of commendation for 2024 from the University of South Australia.

· Recipient of University Merit Award for 2023 in UNISA education futures.

· Recipient of Vacation Research Scholarship at the University of South Australia.

· Member of Golden Key International Honour Society.

Hobbies

Creative writing 

Travelling 

Reading

Timeline

Part-time Permanent Educator

Guardian Childcare and Education
10.2024 - Current

Casual Educator

Guardian Childcare and Education
04.2024 - 10.2024

Early Childhood Educator

Edge Early Learning
10.2023 - 04.2024

Early Childhood Educator

Edge Early Learning
07.2023 - 10.2023

Early Childhood Educator

Guardian Childcare and Education
04.2023 - 06.2023

Working Towards Graduate Diploma - Early Childhood Education And Care

Southern Cross University

Master of Education - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages

University of South Australia

Certificate III

Australian Wide Training Institute
Jeni Valiyathodiyil