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Kaaro Carol Palmer

Kaaro Carol Palmer

Butler,WA

Summary

Friendly and energetic early childhood teacher with 40+ years in early childhood education. Motivated to help children develop social, academic and creative abilities to foster well-being and progress. Well-versed in developmental milestones and activities to promote curiosity and engagement. Early Childhood Educator devoted to successfully preparing children for a full educational career. Committed to teaching students good studying habits at young ages. Attends professional development seminars, faculty meetings and parent-teacher conferences to remain connected to the needs of children and parents. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness. 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 strong desire to promote student potential. Proactive and caring educator with 40+ years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. Preschool Teacher with engaging nature and enthusiasm for classroom education. Experienced and trained in varying teaching methods with goal to fulfill each student's individual learning needs. Early Childhood Educator skilled at creating curriculum focused on biological, cognitive and emotional development. Committed to healthy educational environments where students feel comfortable and have fun while learning. Dedicated Educator committed to dynamic instruction and innovative learning resources to foster child development. In-depth knowledge of early childhood education with focus on cultivating safe and welcoming learning environments. Reliable employee seeking casual/relief position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Early Childhood Teacher

Goodstart Early Learning
Perth, WA
01.2022 - Current
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance. Implemented theoretical observational techniques to collect data to support findings.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Educated children in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded it in individual files.
  • Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.

Educational Leader

Goodstart Early Learning
Perth, WA
09.2018 - Current
  • Directed day-to-day operations of education program and supervised support staff to delegate assignments and evaluate performance.
  • Developed curriculum and lesson plans to achieve objectives of each course.
  • Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
  • Developed partnerships with parents, businesses and organizations to build awareness, increase support and share resources.
  • Directed day-to-day operations of education program and supervised support staff to delegate assignments and evaluate performance
  • Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives
  • Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills

Early Childhood Teacher

Goodstart Early Learning
Perth, WA
01.2018 - Current
  • Observed children, regularly to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus.
  • Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
  • Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported them to parents.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversations and formal conferences.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning
  • Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities

Education

Bachelor of Education - Education

Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington NZ
05.2004

Skills

  • Positive Reinforcement Strategies
  • Encouraging Participation Inclusivity
  • Collaborative Team-Oriented
  • Educational Strategies
  • Computer Proficiency
  • Play-Based Learning
  • Supervising
  • Creating Safe Learning Environment
  • Clear Direct Communication
  • Behavior Modification Techniques
  • Program Leadership
  • Basic Skills Teaching

Accomplishments

  • Worked across the early childhood landscape. For instance 20+ years managing /leading long daycare services, Education Teachers' Council (1) ECE Advisory Panel, (2) Disciplinary Tribunal

Additional Information

  • I have full teacher registration
  • I am currently covering a parental leave position - May 2023
  • I am looking at down sizing my current fulltime position to working part time

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Early Childhood Teacher

Goodstart Early Learning
01.2022 - Current

Educational Leader

Goodstart Early Learning
09.2018 - Current

Early Childhood Teacher

Goodstart Early Learning
01.2018 - Current

Bachelor of Education - Education

Victoria University of Wellington
Kaaro Carol Palmer