Jennie Bridge
Kingaroy,QLD
Summary
I have a diverse background working with children and the community and support the wellbeing of the community as a whole. I enjoy working to support the education and growth of children, and encourage them in learning new skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Queensland Police Service
Queensland
05.2016 - Current
- Developed crime prevention strategies with community input to reduce local crime rates.
- Patrolled assigned areas to deter criminal activity and ensure public safety.
- Mentored junior officers to enhance skills and promote professional growth within the department.
- Participated in ongoing training programs, staying updated on laws and law enforcement techniques.
Private Nanny
Multiple Families
Brisbane | Tara
03.2011 - 05.2016
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
- Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Established clear expectations for behavior, setting boundaries to create a respectful atmosphere within the home.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Assisted with homework and school projects, fostering a love for learning in the children.
Sailing Coordinator
Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
Manly, QLD
07.2008 - 01.2011
- Coordinate the ongoing daily processes for the administration of all aspects of the sailing departments, including learn-to-sail, coaching, dinghy, and yacht racing activities.
- Organize and implement learn-to-sail programs for local primary and high schools as part of local sports programs. The head instructor for these programs oversees assistant instructors and teaches school students.
- Assist in event management for weekend dinghy and yacht racing, along with state, national, and international competitions, and offshore yacht racing run year-round.
- Oversee organization of sailing instructors and volunteers.
- Began employment with RQYS as a Sailing Instructor in 2003 teaching learn to sail programs for children and adults.
Education
Lourdes Hill College
Hawthorne, QLDBachelor Of Education - Primary
Australian Catholic University
Brisbane, QLDSkills
- Report writing
- Integrity and honesty
- Conflict de-escalation
- Relationship building and management
- Patience and empathy
- Cultural awareness
References
Scott Prendergast
Detective Sergeant | Kingaroy Criminal Investigation Branch
Queensland Police Service
(07) 4160 4900
Brad Fewtrell
Acting Officer In Charge | Kingaroy Police Station
Queensland Police Service
(07) 4160 4900
Timeline
Police Officer
Queensland Police Service
05.2016 - Current
Private Nanny
Multiple Families
03.2011 - 05.2016
Sailing Coordinator
Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
07.2008 - 01.2011
Lourdes Hill College
Bachelor Of Education - Primary
Australian Catholic University