Mia Hickman
Tahmoor,NSW
Summary
Passionate and energetic Early Childhood Education professional committed to providing engaging activities and hands-on learning experiences to foster individual growth. Recognized for being friendly, supportive, and highly motivated, with a genuine commitment to unlocking student potential. With 8 years of experience, dedicated to establishing strong connections with family, caregivers, wokr collegues and children.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer Work
Wollongong City Surf Club
- Surf-Life Saving Patrol member
- Assisting Age Managers & Water Safety for “nippers” on Sundays at Wollongong City Beach
- Volunteered at Australia Day Aquathon & Splash & Dash- water safety
2ic OOSHC Cordinator and Educational Leader
Big Fat Smile
01.2024 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Developed strong rapport with parents through regular communication, promoting active involvement in their child''s education.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research-based instructional strategies.
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting teamwork, open communication channels, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Improved team productivity by streamlining daily operations and implementing efficient processes.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Childcare Educator
Big Fat Smile
01.2017 - 01.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Coordinated with other staff members effectively in order to provide a cohesive childcare program promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Ensured the health and safety of children by consistently monitoring their activities both indoors and outdoors.
- Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs and discuss progress reports regularly.
- Implemented hands-on learning opportunities that encouraged exploration, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills among children.
- Developed strong relationships with families, maintaining open communication channels for optimal support of each child''s growth and wellbeing.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Maintained safety and cleanliness by sterilizing toys and surfaces.
- Established a safe, secure, and inclusive classroom setting where all children felt welcomed and valued.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Communicated with children's guardians about daily activities, behaviours and related issues.
Education
Diploma - Early Childhood Education And Care
Tafe NSW
Loftus12-2022
High School Certificate - Year 12
Keira High School
Wollongong, NSW09-2016
Skills
- Collaborative teamwork approach
- Teamwork and communication
- Teamwork and collaboration aptitude
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Childcare knowledge
Certification
Diploma of early child hood education and care
First aid
Child protection
2017 Big fat smile trainee of the year
Whilst completing my certificate 3 of early child hood education and care through Big Fat Smile, I was voted by work colleagues for Big fat smiles "trainee of the year award" which I was than the recipient of out of al Trainee for the company Through out that year.
Timeline
2ic OOSHC Cordinator and Educational Leader
Big Fat Smile
01.2024 - Current
Childcare Educator
Big Fat Smile
01.2017 - 01.2024
Volunteer Work
Wollongong City Surf Club
Diploma - Early Childhood Education And Care
Tafe NSW
High School Certificate - Year 12
Keira High School
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