As a motivated, confident and reliable person I have built upon my knowledge, leadership skills, critical thinking and professional growth over the last 15 years at Goodstart, 4 of those years in an Assistant Director Position. Through these years I have successfully built and leading teams in an Senior Room Leader, Assistant Director position, as well as in the Acting Centre Director position, while building upon my own leadership skills, time management and mentorship of the team to further our combined abilities and knowledge.
In this time, I have accomplished
These skills will establish me in the role of Assistant Director.
I have shown a high drive to progress in my career. Which is evident through my skills, knowledge and advancement in my career levels. My ambition, confidence, hard work and commitment will see results in all my areas of work.
• As 2IC I work with the centre director to
1. Build our business profits,
2. Plan staffing schedules to improve consistency,
3. Handle family accounts and payroll to ensure the centre is meeting budgets.
• I work closely with the Centre Director in providing all necessary support, as well as managing the
professional development needs of staff.
• I led the centre on many occasions, during the centre director's absence. Ensured practices, procedures and
management was maintained.
• I have stepped up into the role as a Centre Director for other centres in our area. Taking on all roles expected
of me and receiving positive feedback back from centre staff and managers above me.
• I coached and mentored a team of 20 plus staff to establish a strong team
• I coached and mentored my team to deliver exceeding standards and work ethics.
• I coached educators on positive and constructive interactions with educators, families, and children.
• My relationships allowed communication with parents and other staff about children's progress.
• My skills allowed me to put in place curriculum to create positive and safe environments.
• I work with inclusion agencies to support access, active participation and inclusion of all children.
• I have the ability to manage my time to complete tasks and meet deadlines.
• I lead and motivate my team to solve problems and to time manage.
• Through my work ethic and commitment, I meet company values and my own values.
• I am experience in completing risk assessments and safety checks. To meet licensing and regulation
parameters.
• I have Interviewed and hired, qualified staff to join our centre team.
• I have handle families accounts from start to finish, including
1. Setting up tours of the centre
2. Handling enrolment forms and setting up accounts
3. Setting up CCS information's and managing payments.
• Maintain a safe environment for children, families and team members.
• Comply with National Quality Standards (NQS) and Goodstart Policies, Procedures and Requirements.
• Use and implement the Goodstart Practice Guide to deliver high quality educational program and
practice in collaboration with the Education Leader. Build and maintain strong, positive relationships with
families, children and the Centre team.
• Support a culture of reflective practice and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to a professional and positive work culture.