Jiajia Zhang
Parkinson,QLD
Summary
Experienced educator with 4 years in early childhood education and 7 years in special education in China. holds a Blue Card, Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, and First Aid certification. Skilled in NQF and EYLF, providing patient, tailored support for all children, including those with special needs. Proficient in office software, dedicated to fostering a safe, nurturing environment, and committed to teamwork and effective parent communication.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chinese Language Teacher
Brisbane Chinese Language School
06.2022 - Current
- Taught Chinese language to children, creating engaging and interactive lessons
- Cultivated a positive and enjoyable learning atmosphere, encouraging children's enthusiasm and curiosity
- Adapted teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of students, enhancing their language skills effectively
- Become friends with the children and help them learn Chinese joyfully
Work Placement
Goodstart Early Learning Calamvale
08.2023 - 05.2024
- During my work placement at Goodstart Early Learning Calamvale, I gained invaluable hands-on experience in early childhood education and care
- This placement allowed me to apply my theoretical knowledge in a practical setting, enhancing my skills and understanding of early childhood education principles and practices
- Provide a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for children
- Observing and Assessing Child Development
- Enhancing Communication and Collaboration
- Supporting Daily Routines and Transitions
- My work placement at Goodstart Early Learning Calamvale has been an enriching experience that strengthened my passion for early childhood education
- I am eager to bring my dedication, skills, and knowledge to a full-time position where I can continue to contribute to the growth and development of young children in a supportive and nurturing environment
Special Education Teacher
Bazhou special education school
09.2010 - 10.2017
- Taught students with various special needs, including blindness, deafness, autism, and intellectual disabilities
- Make sure all children feel loved and supported, make them full of confidence in life and study
- Served as a homeroom teacher and led the research group, developing and implementing effective teaching strategies
- Fostered a caring, patient, and persistent approach to education, ensuring each child received individualized support
- Proficiently used office software for lesson planning, student assessments, and administrative tasks
- Maintained excellent relationships with colleagues, promoting a collaborative work environment
Educator and Room leader
Red Yellow Blue Kindergarten
09.2006 - 07.2010
- Work with team planned and implemented some different curriculum that engaged young children in learning through play, hands-on activities, and interactive lessons
- Created a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children to explore and develop social, emotional, cognitive, and physical skills
- Fostered a positive classroom atmosphere by promoting respect, kindness, and cooperation among children
- Actively collaborated with colleagues, parents, and support staff to ensure each child's individual needs were met and to develop strategies for those requiring additional support
- Organized and participated in various extracurricular activities, including field trips, grow plants, holiday celebrations, and parent-teacher conferences
- Maintained open and effective communication with parents, providing regular updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns promptly
- Adhered to health and safety regulations, ensuring the well-being of all the children
Education
TAFE Queensland
07.2024
Special Education Teacher Certification - undefined
Nanjing Normal University of Special Education
07.2010
Bachelor's degree - education
The Open University of China
07.2007
Diploma - education
Xuchang University
07.2005
Skills
- Experienced early childhood educator with a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, Blue Card, and First Aid certification, including CPR
- Skilled in providing a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment for children aged 0–5
- Proficient in observing, assessing, and tailoring support to individual developmental needs
- Expertise in designing diverse, developmentally appropriate programs and fostering strong partnerships with parents and families
- Well-versed in NQF, child development, and current best practices in early education
- Strong team player with excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, adept at record-keeping, collaboration, and maintaining compliance with relevant legislation
- Self-motivated, nurturing, and committed to inclusive practices
Accomplishments
- Educated over 100 children as a childcare educator in China.
- Provided specialized education to more than 200 children with special needs in China.
- Taught Chinese as a second language to over 100 students in Brisbane.
Certification
- Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
- CPR/AED Certification
- Blue Card
- First Aid
- Special Education Teacher Certification from China
- Chinese Language Teacher Certification – Chinese Language Teachers Association from China.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Work Placement
Goodstart Early Learning Calamvale
08.2023 - 05.2024
Chinese Language Teacher
Brisbane Chinese Language School
06.2022 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Bazhou special education school
09.2010 - 10.2017
Educator and Room leader
Red Yellow Blue Kindergarten
09.2006 - 07.2010
Special Education Teacher Certification - undefined
Nanjing Normal University of Special Education
Bachelor's degree - education
The Open University of China
Diploma - education
Xuchang University
TAFE Queensland
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