Jessica Sim
Maddingley
Summary
Passionate and dedicated Certificate III qualified Early Childhood Educator with over five years of experience providing high-quality education and care to children from Nursery through to Kindergarten. Experienced in supporting children with additional needs through Inclusion Support Subsidy (ISS), assisting Kindergarten programs with School Readiness Funding (SRF), and administering medication safely in accordance with centre policies. Committed to creating safe, inclusive and engaging learning environments that promote each child's wellbeing, development and confidence. Known for building strong relationships with children, families and colleagues, while maintaining high standards of professionalism, communication and care. Holds a current Working with Children Check, First Aid Certificate and Victorian Government Mandatory Reporting and Child Abuse Training.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Educator
Green Leaves Early Learning
Bacchus Marsh
06.2024 - Current
- Deliver high-quality education and care for children from Nursery through to Kindergarten.
- Build strong, positive relationships with children, families and fellow educators to support each child's wellbeing and development.
- Support children's learning through play-based experiences aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).
- Assist in planning, setting up and maintaining engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments.
- Observe and document children's learning and contribute to individual learning goals.
- Administer medication safely in accordance with centre policies and procedures.
- Provide additional support for children with additional needs within an GLISS (Green Leaves Inclusion Support Subsidy) centre-funded environment, promoting inclusion and participation in daily routines and learning experiences.
- Support the Kindergarten program as a School Readiness Funding (SRF) educator by assisting with targeted learning experiences that promote school readiness and developmental outcomes.
- Maintain children's health, safety and wellbeing by following National Quality Standards (NQS), centre policies and child protection requirements.
- Carry out daily care routines including meals, hygiene, toileting, nappy changing and rest periods.
- Work collaboratively with educators and leadership to create a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment for all children and families.
Assistant Educator
Aussie Kindies Early Learning
Darley
09.2021 - 05.2024
- Completed traineeship - Certificate III Early childhood Education and Care
- Fostered growth and development of children and families through tailored support and engagement.
- Building relationships with children, families and staff members.
- Experience in all age group rooms from Nursery to Kinder.
- Assisting in child hygiene (Toilet, nappy changing and hand washing)
- Children learning observations
- Demonstrated understanding of diverse cultures in childcare environment.
- Creating inviting activities and areas for children indoors and outdoors.
- Following centre and safety policies.
- Assisted in meal preparation to promote healthy eating.
- Demonstrated effective supervision skills during activities.
- Created a fun atmosphere to stimulate children's learning.
- Assisted centre manager with administrative tasks.
- Provided first aid support to ensure children's safety and well-being.
Business Owner
JMS Boutique
Melton
06.2017 - 02.2022
- Oversaw daily operations of small business, ensuring smooth functioning and customer satisfaction
- Provided excellent customer service to clients
- Executed administrative tasks to support operations, enhancing overall efficiency
- Achieved certification in eyelash extension application
- Completed training in lash lifting and tinting techniques
Receptionist Administrator
G&V Australia
Derrimut
04.2019 - 10.2020
- Answered incoming calls, directing clients to individuals addressing specific needs.
- Maintained clean and organized reception area to create welcoming environment for visitors.
- Restocked supplies and ordered inventory to ensure uninterrupted office operations.
- Coordinated multiple tasks while consistently meeting time-sensitive deadlines.
- Kept accounts in balance and ran daily reports to verify totals.
- Utilized MYOB software for accounting tasks.
- Kept track of truck drivers' daily logbooks
- Processed payroll for employees accurately and timely.
- Used Microsoft Office for document creation and data management.
Customer Service Assistant
National windscreens
Yarraville
03.2013 - 04.2017
- Answering High Volume of ongoing incoming calls
- Dealing and lodging windscreen claims for insurance companies
- Assisting with administration duties
- Using ASIP and Lilac programs computer Confident
- Dealing with incoming and outgoing mail duties
Administration Assistant
MaxSal Logistics
Melton
11.2011 - 01.2013
- Managed incoming calls to address customer inquiries
- Conducted follow-ups with customers to ensure satisfaction
- Provided assistance to customers with inquiries and concerns.
- Inputted data into databases accurately and efficiently.
- MYOB software for basic accounting tasks.
- Helped load and unload motorbikes during transport operations.
- Composed and sent emails to clients for communication purposes.
- Provided accurate quotes to customers and companies
- Prepared and organized shipping manifests for logistics operations.
- Provided exceptional customer service to address inquiries and resolve issues.
Education
First Aid -
First Aid
03.2025 - 03.2028
Lakeview Senior College
Caroline Springs, VICCHC 30113 Certificate III In Early Childhood Education And Care -
ITFE
Skills
- Early Childhood Education & Care
- Child development
- Child engagement
- School Readiness Funding (SRF)
- First aid training
- Administrative support
- Customer service
- Data analysis
- MS Office Suite
- Claims analysis
- Insurance policy review
- Strong work ethic
- Relationship building
References
Upon request
Timeline
First Aid -
First Aid
03.2025 - 03.2028
Assistant Educator
Green Leaves Early Learning
06.2024 - Current
Assistant Educator
Aussie Kindies Early Learning
09.2021 - 05.2024
Receptionist Administrator
G&V Australia
04.2019 - 10.2020
Business Owner
JMS Boutique
06.2017 - 02.2022
Customer Service Assistant
National windscreens
03.2013 - 04.2017
Administration Assistant
MaxSal Logistics
11.2011 - 01.2013
Lakeview Senior College
CHC 30113 Certificate III In Early Childhood Education And Care -
ITFE