Jessica Walbank
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Kind, cheerful and responsible Educator with 9 years of experience nurturing and caring for children. Successful at directing playtime, enforcing positive behavior and applying behavior redirection to manage challenges. Experience in guiding children and documenting learning and development, well-versed in maintaining safe and nurturing environments for children. Comfortable caring for individuals of varying ages. Excellent communicator with good organizational, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator
Green Leaves
Newport, QLD
06.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices in teaching methods.
- Prepared educational materials and resources that support curriculum objectives.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
Lead Educator
Milestones
Moorebank, NSW
02.2022 - 12.2023
- Utilized various types of equipment and aids to enhance learning experience.
- Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Improved behavior by employing positive management strategies.
- Maintained organized and clean classroom and play areas.
Lead Educator
The Brook Early Education and Care
GORDON PARK, QLD
07.2017 - 12.2019
- Managed and organized class records and reports.
- Established direct lines of communication with parents, notifying of concerning behavior or health issues.
- Built program plans of varying ages to support growth and development.
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings and increase overall student happiness.
- Observed children to record development.
- Participated in professional development conferences
Lead Edcucator
Mother Duck
Gaythorne, QLD
08.2014 - 07.2017
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments while accounting for dietary needs and restrictions.
- Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Organized and planned age-appropriate reading, crafts and music lessons.
Educator
Peninsula Early Learning Centre
Redcliffe , QLD
07.2013 - 08.2014
- Encouraged positive self-esteem and mutual respect for others while instilling joy of learning and discovery.
- Maintained safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
- Collaborated daily with classroom teachers to keep activities running smoothly.
- Made nutritious snacks and meals for children.
Education
High School Diploma -
Redcliffe State High School
Redcliffe QLD 11.2009
Certificate 3 - Children's Services
Bright Futures
QLD 06.2013
Diploma - Children's Services
Inspire Education
QLD 04.2015
Skills
- First aid and CPR
- Curriculum development
- Student interaction
- Classroom management
- Age-appropriate activities
- Safety understanding
- Early childhood knowledge
- Excellent communication skills
- Positive and cheerful
- Active listener
- Fast Learner
Timeline
Educator
Green Leaves
06.2024 - Current
Lead Educator
Milestones
02.2022 - 12.2023
Lead Educator
The Brook Early Education and Care
07.2017 - 12.2019
Lead Edcucator
Mother Duck
08.2014 - 07.2017
Educator
Peninsula Early Learning Centre
07.2013 - 08.2014
High School Diploma -
Redcliffe State High School
Certificate 3 - Children's Services
Bright Futures
Diploma - Children's Services
Inspire Education
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