Focused and dedicated early childhood professional with an in-depth understanding of child development, first-hand teaching experience, and a strong interest in supporting students with Autism and related conditions. Passionate about building a solid rapport with students and their families to understand individual needs and support learning growth. A strong interest in child play therapy to release children’s inner-directional, creative and self-healing power.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Educator
Carey Baptist Grammar School Early Learning Centre
07.2017 - 09.2023
Partnered with team members to plan and implement learning programs following the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework, goals, and students' individual needs.
Differentiated lessons to accommodate diverse learners using strategies such as visual support and peer-assisted learning.
Documented and assessed student learning and development.
Built strong relationships through communication with students, families and staff to maintain a consistent, solid and positive tone in the Early Learning Centre.
Completed student progress reports and parent-teacher interviews.
Ensured physical space was arranged to create a learning environment that supports an exemplary program.
Supported planning and preparation for a variety of events.
Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
Casual Relief Educator
McArthur Management Services
12.2016 - 12.2017
Collaborated with a team of colleagues to consistently implement learning experiences and daily routines
Adapted teaching approaches to meet students’ developmental and learning needs and comply with services' philosophies.
Mandarin Chinese Teacher
Austrasia Centre Of Chinese Studies
07.2015 - 12.2016
Co-wrote 10 textbooks and teacher manuals with Dr Moni Lai Storz.
Planned and instructed students age 4 to 13 in Chinese language, culture and history by assigning reading material, written assignments and hands-on projects.
Implemented a variety of teaching strategies to provide equity and excellence to students of all proficiency levels.
Maintained safe and clean learning environment that facilitated students’ well-being.
Demonstrated necessary social skills to manage positive and productive interactions with students and parents.
Education
Master of Child Play Therapy -
Deakin University
Melbourne, Australia
12.2025
Master of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) -
Deakin University
Melbourne, Australia
11.2016
Master of Science in Economics, Finance and Management with Distinction -
University of Bristol
Bristol, United Kingdom
10.2013
Bachelor of Finance -
Guangdong University Of Finance & Economics
Guangzhou,China
07.2012
Skills
PowerPoint, Canva, iMovie, padlet, Wix and Prezi
English, Mandarin, Cantonese and Teochew
Child Development
Team Teaching
Student-Centred Learning
Patience and Persistence
Multitasking and Organization
Attention to Detail
References
Wendy Seidler, Director, Carey Baptist Grammar School Early Learning Centre, 03 9816 1411, 0448 325 448, wendy.seidler@carey.com.au
Sofia Alexiou, 2IC, Carey Baptist Grammar School Early Learning Centre, 0468 993 470, sofia.alexiou@carey.com.au