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Education
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JOAO NETO

Richmond,VIC

Summary

Experienced Early Childhood Teacher and Educational Leader with a strong background in Early Childhood Education, pedagogical leadership and diverse learning approaches. Demonstrated leadership in mentoring and guiding educators, strengthening team practices and fostering a positive culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. Passionate about creating inclusive, play-based and child-led learning experiences that support children’s development, wellbeing and individual needs. Skilled in curriculum planning, digital documentation, positive behaviour guidance and building strong partnerships with families. Committed to leading high-quality educational practices aligned with the EYLF/VEYLDF and National Quality Framework.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Lead Educator - Toddlers

Guardian Childcare & Education
Brisbane, Australia
01.2019 - 12.2019
  • Designed and delivered Reggio Emilia-inspired programs
  • Led daily routines, learning documentation, and supported positive behaviour guidance

Assistant Educator

Little Ducks Childcare
Wilston, Australia
01.2018 - 12.2019
  • Supported Kindy programs guided by EYLF
  • Fostered respectful learning through play-based experiences

Educational Leader

Guardian Education and Care South Yarra
Melbourne , VIC
09.2025 - Current

Lead curriculum and pedagogy by supporting educators to deliver high-quality, play-based and meaningful learning experiences aligned with the EYLF/VEYLDF and the Guardian Curriculum.
Support the Cycle of Planning by reviewing programs, observations, documentation and learning environments to ensure children’s learning is intentional, visible and responsive.
Coach and mentor educators through regular conversations, feedback, modelling and practical support to strengthen teaching practices and educator confidence.
Drive continuous improvement and quality across the centre, particularly in relation to the National Quality Standards, Quality Area 1 and the centre’s Quality Improvement Plan.
Promote children’s safety and wellbeing by supporting effective supervision, safe practices, risk assessments, Child Safe Standards and consistent implementation of Guardian policies and procedures.
Strengthen learning environments by working with room teams to create engaging, organised and purposeful spaces that reflect children’s interests, development and current learning.
Build strong partnerships with the Centre Leadership Team, educators, children and families by encouraging open communication, responding to feedback and creating a positive culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Early Childhood Teacher

Only About Children
Brighton East, Australia
01.2022 - 09.2025
  • Lead the funded kindergarten program for 32 children daily, designing inclusive, engaging learning aligned with The OAC Way, Play-Based Learning.
  • Supervise and mentor 3–4 educators, encouraging reflective practice and collaborative learning.
  • Deliver a curriculum inspired by VEYLF, Montessori, and Reggio Emilia principles.
  • Develop individual learning plans, and document growth using digital systems.
  • Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework and state regulations.
  • Maintain risk assessments, contribute to the QIP, and liaise with schools and allied professionals.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.

Early Childhood Teacher

Wandilla Magic
, Australia
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Delivered culturally responsive and developmentally appropriate play-based learning
  • Fostered a sense of belonging and supported smooth orientation for families

Early Childhood Teacher & Assistant Educator

Avenues Montessori
Sunnybank & Bowen Hills, Australia
01.2021 - 12.2021
  • Supported a Montessori environment that nurtured independence, respect, and discovery
  • Promoted sustainability and multicultural inclusion in everyday teaching

Casual Educator

Randstad & Quality Recruitment
Brisbane, Australia
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Delivered flexible and quality education across various early learning settings.

French Teacher Brazilian Sign Language

Wizard Language School
, Brazil
01.2014 - 12.2014
  • Delivered accessible and multimodal language education
  • Promoted inclusive communication and student engagement

Education

Graduate Diploma - Early Childhood Education

Australia
01.2021

Bachelor of Education - Trilingual Teaching

FMU UNIVERSITY
Brazil

Diploma - Early Childhood Education and Care

Australia

Certificate III - Early Childhood Education and Care

Australia

TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training And Assessment
07.2025 - 07.2026

Skills

  • VIT-registered early childhood teacher
  • Kindergarten program planning and delivery
  • Inclusive practices and additional needs support
  • Aboriginal perspectives and bush kinder are experienced
  • Digital documentation (Storypark, Xplor), ELLA, and early literacy and mathematics technology into planning
  • School readiness and transition programs
  • VEYLF, NQF, and Victorian funding guidelines
  • Multilingual: Portuguese, Spanish, French, and English
  • Strong family and community engagement
  • Positive behavior and social-emotional support
  • Risk assessment and OH&S compliance
  • Leadership, supervision, and mentoring

Certification

  • VIT Registered Early Childhood Teacher, 20 July 2028
  • TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
  • Certificate and Diploma in Early Childhood
  • Bachelor in Education
  • Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood
  • First Aid, CPR, EpiPen & Asthma Management, Updated 2025
  • Mandatory Reporting Training, Current
  • Aboriginal Perspectives in STEM, Completed
  • Bush Kinder Training, Completed
  • Gender Equity in Early Years , Completed
  • Food Safety training, Completed

References

Available upon request.

Work Eligibility

Eligible to live and work in Australia (PERMANENT RESIDENT)

Languages

French
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Educational Leader

Guardian Education and Care South Yarra
09.2025 - Current

TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training And Assessment
07.2025 - 07.2026

Early Childhood Teacher

Only About Children
01.2022 - 09.2025

Early Childhood Teacher

Wandilla Magic
01.2022 - 12.2022

Early Childhood Teacher & Assistant Educator

Avenues Montessori
01.2021 - 12.2021

Lead Educator - Toddlers

Guardian Childcare & Education
01.2019 - 12.2019

Assistant Educator

Little Ducks Childcare
01.2018 - 12.2019

Casual Educator

Randstad & Quality Recruitment
01.2018 - 12.2018

French Teacher Brazilian Sign Language

Wizard Language School
01.2014 - 12.2014

Graduate Diploma - Early Childhood Education

Bachelor of Education - Trilingual Teaching

FMU UNIVERSITY

Diploma - Early Childhood Education and Care

Certificate III - Early Childhood Education and Care

JOAO NETO