Jodie Schumacher

Key Responsibilities:

Curriculum Development:

Designing and implementing engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences.
Integrate play-based learning and creative activities that foster cognitive, social, and emotional development.

Inclusivity and Diversity:

Promote an inclusive environment that respects and celebrates diversity.

Adapt activities to cater to children with different needs and backgrounds.
Child Supervision and Safety:

Ensuring a safe, secure environment for all children.
Supporting children's behaviour and providing guidance as needed.
Staff Leadership:

Supervising and mentoring junior educators and support staff.
Family Engagement:

Building strong relationships with families and communicating regularly about children's progress.
Assessment and Reporting:

Monitoring and assessing each child's development and progress.
Maintaining accurate records and preparation of reports as required.
Compliance and Standards:

Ensuring adherence to childcare regulations, licensing requirements, and best practices.
Participation in ongoing professional development to stay current with company and industry standards.

Staff Collaboration:

Work effectively with other staff members to ensure a cohesive program.

Participate in staff meetings and professional development opportunities.

Health and Nutrition:

Ensure children are provided healthy snacks, meals, water and milk/bottles as required.

Constantly aware of any allergies or dietary restrictions.

Emergency Preparedness:

Fully trained in first aid, CPR and emergency procedures.

Participate in regular drills for fire evacuation, lockdowns and other emergencies.

Supervision and Safety:

Ensured the safety and well-being of children at all times.

Maintained a secure environment, including proper monitoring of entrances and exits.

Maintained sun-safe practices.

Activity Planning and Implementation:

Developed and organized engaging activities (arts, crafts, sports) suitable for various age groups.

Planned for both structured and unstructured playtime.

Child Interaction and Support:

Fostered positive relationships with children, encouraging social interaction and teamwork.

Provided emotional support and guidance as needed.

Communication with Parents and Guardians:

Maintained clear communication regarding children’s activities, attendance, and any incidents.

Facilitated parent feedback and addressed concerns promptly.

Administration and Record-Keeping:

Maintained accurate attendance records and incident reports.

Staff Collaboration:

Worked effectively with other staff members to ensure a cohesive program.

Participated in staff meetings and professional development opportunities.

Health and Nutrition:

Ensured children have access to healthy snacks and meals as appropriate.

Maintained awareness of any allergies or dietary restrictions.

Emergency Preparedness:

Maintained training in first aid, CPR and emergency procedures.

Participated in drills for fire evacuation, lockdowns and other emergencies.

Inclusivity and Diversity:

Promoted an inclusive environment that respected and celebrated diversity.

Adapted activities to cater to children with different needs and backgrounds.

Supervision and Safety:

Ensured the safety and well-being of children at all times.

Maintained a secure environment, including proper monitoring of entrances and exits.

Maintained sun-safe practices.

Activity Planning and Implementation:

Developed and organized engaging activities (arts, crafts, sports) suitable for various age groups.

Planned for both structured and unstructured playtime.

Child Interaction and Support:

Fostered positive relationships with children, encouraging social interaction and teamwork.

Provided emotional support and guidance as needed.

Communication with Parents and Guardians:

Maintained clear communication regarding children’s activities, attendance, and any incidents.

Facilitated parent feedback and addressed concerns promptly.

Administration and Record-Keeping:

Maintained accurate attendance records and incident reports.

Staff Collaboration:

Worked effectively with other staff members to ensure a cohesive program.

Participated in staff meetings and professional development opportunities.

Health and Nutrition:

Ensured children have access to healthy snacks and meals as appropriate.

Maintained awareness of any allergies or dietary restrictions.

Emergency Preparedness:

Maintained training in first aid, CPR and emergency procedures.

Participated in drills for fire evacuation, lockdowns and other emergencies.

Inclusivity and Diversity:

Promoted an inclusive environment that respected and celebrated diversity.

Adapted activities to cater to children with different needs and backgrounds.

Supervision and Safety:

Ensured the safety and well-being of children at all times.

Maintained a secure environment, including proper monitoring of entrances and exits.

Maintained sun-safe practices.

Activity Planning and Implementation:

Developed and organized engaging activities (arts, crafts, sports) suitable for various age groups.

Planned for both structured and unstructured playtime.

Child Interaction and Support:

Fostered positive relationships with children, encouraging social interaction and teamwork.

Provided emotional support and guidance as needed.

Communication with Parents and Guardians:

Maintained clear communication regarding children’s activities, attendance, and any incidents.

Facilitated parent feedback and addressed concerns promptly.

Administration and Record-Keeping:

Maintained accurate attendance records and incident reports.

Staff Collaboration:

Worked effectively with other staff members to ensure a cohesive program.

Participated in staff meetings and professional development opportunities.

Health and Nutrition:

Ensured children have access to healthy snacks and meals as appropriate.

Maintained awareness of any allergies or dietary restrictions.

Emergency Preparedness:

Maintained training in first aid, CPR and emergency procedures.

Participated in drills for fire evacuation, lockdowns and other emergencies.

Inclusivity and Diversity:

Promoted an inclusive environment that respected and celebrated diversity.

Adapted activities to cater to children with different needs and backgrounds.

Customer Service:

Providing excellent service to guests, ensuring their needs are met, and addressing any issues or complaints promptly.

Communication:

Effectively communicating with guests and team members, including providing information about services and responding to inquiries.

Food and Beverage Service:

Serving food and drinks, taking orders, and ensuring cleanliness in dining areas.

Housekeeping:

Maintaining cleanliness and organization in common areas, including laundry services.

Team Collaboration:

Working collaboratively with colleagues in different departments to ensure a smooth operation.

Safety and Compliance:

Adhering to health and safety regulations, including food safety standards and emergency procedures.

Problem Solving:

Handling unexpected situations and guest complaints with professionalism and empathy.

Inventory Management:

Assisting with the management of supplies and inventory, reporting shortages or damages as needed.

Training and Development:

Participating in training sessions and staying updated on industry trends and best practices.

Maintained RSA and RSG.