Joy Marie Orcullo

Main Duties

• Ensuring a safe environment is maintained for children and employees.
• Ensuring that records are maintained accurately for each child.
• Greet the children and parents on arrival and departure.
• Ensuring adherence to the policies and procedures.
• Modelling and supporting developmentally appropriate social behaviour and skills while interacting with children.
• Assist in the preparation of the learning environment, teaching materials and outdoor equipment for the daily activities.
• Contribute to the safety, well-being and pastoral care of children.
• Assist children with behaviour guidance strategies.
• As required, in the absence of the Room Leader, assume the role of the Room Leader.

Working with Children with Special Needs

• Communication between home and the Preschool is the responsibility of the Room Leaders (ECT/Diploma) or Director. Educators under the Room Leader's direction can assist by providing information to them in identifying and sharing observations regarding the child's learning needs.
• Provide learning support and pastoral care.
• Support the development of an Individual Learning Plan (ILP)

Administration Duties

• Observe and document with reference to the National Quality Standard and EYLF, considering the developmental needs, interests and abilities of the children.
• Use technical skills to operate appropriate office equipment, including photocopier, computer and laminator to prepare educational resources.
• Under the direction of a Room Leader (ECT/Diploma) or Director, assist with the preparation and maintenance of the learning environment, which may include: cleaning, and maintaining equipment, materials and resources for use in classes, display and experiences.

Professional Engagement

• Display a high level of professional conduct.
• Regularly attend and participate in staff meetings.
• Participate in ongoing staff coaching and professional development.

Main Duties

• Setting up, cleaning and organising all materials required throughout the school day
• Encouraging constructive, meaningful play with children
• Providing comfort, reassurance and extra help to children who may need it
• Helping plan and implement stimulating activities with the childcare teacher
• Maintaining exceptional sanitary and safety standards
• Making observations and learning stories.

• Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
• Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
• Coached students on English pronunciation and intonation for eloquent conversation.
• Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
• Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
• Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
• Conducted individualized tutoring sessions for students with additional learning needs.
• Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
• Adopted new technologies and online platforms to facilitate student learning.
• Personalized instruction based on needs, interests and capabilities of individual students.