Jo May
Baulkham Hills,NSW
Summary
A devoted and professional Early Childhood Educator with more than eight years of experience and the ability to connect with children of all ages. Passionate about the childcare industry and helping children develop their social, emotional, cognitive and motor skills. As a caring, hardworking, and enthusiastic childcare professional with strong communication and organisational skills, aim to provide an inspiring and safe environment that caters to a child's individual needs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Diploma Childcare Educator
UTS Child Care Inc (UTSCC)
07.2020 - Current
- Implemented hands-on learning opportunities that encouraged exploration, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills among children.
- Established a safe, secure, and inclusive classroom setting where all children felt welcomed and valued.
- Developed strong relationships with families, maintaining open communication channels for optimal support of each child''s growth and wellbeing.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, meal counts, emergency contact information, ensuring compliance with state regulations.
- Observed children through the daily-based activity, recorded by audio and visual method.
- Marked down the behaviours or events which reflect a child's interest or development by jottings, anecdotal notes or reflective journals, and share through Storypark.
Childcare Educator
UnitingCare St Matthews Preschool
07.2017 - 10.2022
- Enhanced children''s cognitive and social development by implementing age-appropriate activities and games.
- Streamlined daily routines, resulting in increased efficiency and smoother classroom operations.
- Prepared children for a seamless transition to the next level of education by focusing on key foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development.
- Coordinated with other staff members effectively in order to provide a cohesive childcare program promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Education
Diploma - Early Childhood Education And Care
Tafe NSW-St Leonards College, Sydney
St Leonards, NSW06.2018
Certificate Ⅲ - Early Childhood Education And Care
Tafe NSW-Meadowbank College, Sydney
Meadowbank06.2015
Statement of Attainment - First Aid
CPR First Aid
Melbourne, VIC05.2021
Skills
- Patience and persistence
- Problem solving
- Program Planning
- Creativity
- Compassion and respect
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Cantonese
Native or Bilingual
Mandarin
Native or Bilingual
IT & PC
1. Storypark, Pinterest
2. Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Timeline
Diploma Childcare Educator
UTS Child Care Inc (UTSCC)
07.2020 - Current
Childcare Educator
UnitingCare St Matthews Preschool
07.2017 - 10.2022
Diploma - Early Childhood Education And Care
Tafe NSW-St Leonards College, Sydney
Certificate Ⅲ - Early Childhood Education And Care
Tafe NSW-Meadowbank College, Sydney
Statement of Attainment - First Aid
CPR First Aid
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