I am an organised teacher with a distinguished understanding of Queensland Kindergarten Guideline, Early Years Framework Learning about Early Childhood Education and Care. Successful at working with classes of any size to realise comprehensive growth for children from birth to 5 years. I am a proactive and caring worker with eight years of experience, communication strengths, and good observational skills. I skillfully handle day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. In addition, I am a Kindergarten Teacher with an engaging nature and enthusiasm for classroom and outdoor education. I am experienced and trained in varying teaching methods to fulfil each child's learning needs and development. Creative and energetic Early Childhood Education professional devoted to offering diverse activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Friendly, supportive and motivated with a strong desire to promote student potential.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Teacher/ Director/Educational Leader
Mary Mackillop North West Queensland
03.2022 - Current
Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Mentored new educators, sharing effective teaching strategies and providing support as they acclimated to the centre service's culture.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
Collaborated with teachers, educators, and therapists to develop individualised educational plans for each child and ensure optimal progress.
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional
Support and develop strategies to improve assistance.
Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Promoted early literacy skills by implementing engaging reading activities and fostering a love for books in young learners.
Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences.
Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted all students' emotional well-being and academic growth.
Supported children in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Implemented behaviour modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Educated children in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
Developed strong relationships with parents, conducting regular communication to keep them informed about their child's progress and school events.
Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, guiding future instruction based on individual needs.
Established a positive classroom environment by setting clear expectations and promoting respect among children and educators.
Managed classroom behaviour effectively using consistent routines and age-appropriate consequences, creating a safe learning environment for all students.
Facilitated successful parent-teacher conferences, addressing concerns and discussing strategies for supporting student growth at home.
Fostered reasoning and problem-solving through active exploration games and activities.
Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in the schedule each day.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected multiple subject areas.
Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialised tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Maintained and organised a fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
Addressed behavioural and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet the needs of young learners.
Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on the entire group.
Sanitised toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
Created a safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
Modelled positive behaviour and communication skills for students.
Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Established departmental performance goals and provided feedback for underperforming areas.
Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
Evaluated company documentation to verify alignment with regulatory requirements.
Review the quality improvement plan for each school term according to the changes, goals, and needs of the children and educators.
Launched staff engagement, gender diversity, cultural programs, and a robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
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.
Implementing and facilitating Kindergarten five days fortnightly program
Writing observation monthly for each child and as a group
Setting up environment
setting up activity
Doing and reviewing risk assessments for the centre service.
Senior Educator
Goodstart Early Learning
01.2020 - 02.2022
Established a positive classroom atmosphere by modelling respectful behaviour and setting clear expectations, reducing disruptive incidents during lessons.
Utilised data-driven decision-making processes in curriculum planning, resulting in improved alignment with state standards and increased student mastery of core concepts.
Developed comprehensive assessment tools to evaluate overall student progress, identifying areas for improvement and tailoring lesson plans accordingly.
Enhanced classroom engagement with interactive group activities, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
Mentored new educators in effective teaching methodologies, contributing to the professional development of colleagues within the school community.
Doing daily self-reflection, weekly program planning and children's monthly observation.
Lead Educator/ Educational Leader
G8 Education
01.2018 - 01.2020
Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with the latest educational research and best practices, translating findings into actionable improvements for the classroom.
Utilized various assessment tools to monitor children and new educators progress throughout the year, informing instructional decisions and enabling timely interventions when needed.
Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance on classroom management techniques.
Established strong rapport with parents through consistent communication, supporting their involvement in the educational process and addressing concerns promptly.
Co-Lead Educator/educator
Mykindy
04.2016 - 01.2018
Fostered strong working relationships with external partners to drive mutually beneficial outcomes for both parties.
Gathered and organised information about children's engagement and development.
Setting up environment
setting up activity
Education
Bachelor of Education - Birth To 5 Years
Charles Sturt University
Bathurst, NSW
04.2024
Advanced Diploma of Leadership And Management - (BSB61015)
Imagine Education
Gold Coast, QLD
07.2018
Diploma of Early Childhood Education And Care - (CHC500113)
Imagine Education
Gold Coast, QLD
01.2018
Certificate3 in Early Childhood Education And Care - CHC30113
Imagine Education
Gold Coast, QLD
04.2017
Bachelor And Master of Science And Technology - Signal, Images, And Associate System Major
University of Madagascar
ISGI
12.2015
Skills
Classroom Organization
Play-Based Learning
Parent-Teacher Communication
Outdoor Play
Classroom Management
Positive Reinforcement
Daycare management
Creative Thinking
Collaborative and Team-Oriented
Supervising Classroom Activities
Problem-Solving
Motivating and Inspiring Students
Computer skills
Kindy hub, Xplor, and Story park software
Microsoft word and excel
First Aids/CPR
I have Paid a Blue card for the children's work check
Timeline
Early Childhood Teacher/ Director/Educational Leader
Mary Mackillop North West Queensland
03.2022 - Current
Senior Educator
Goodstart Early Learning
01.2020 - 02.2022
Lead Educator/ Educational Leader
G8 Education
01.2018 - 01.2020
Co-Lead Educator/educator
Mykindy
04.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Education - Birth To 5 Years
Charles Sturt University
Advanced Diploma of Leadership And Management - (BSB61015)
Imagine Education
Diploma of Early Childhood Education And Care - (CHC500113)
Imagine Education
Certificate3 in Early Childhood Education And Care - CHC30113
Imagine Education
Bachelor And Master of Science And Technology - Signal, Images, And Associate System Major