Kaihuan Lin
Bulleen,VIC
Summary
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
2017.07 - 2023.09
- 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
2016.12 - 2017.12
- 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
2015.07 - 2016.12
- 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, Australia12.2025
Master of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) -
Deakin University
Melbourne, Australia11.2016
Master of Science in Economics, Finance and Management with Distinction -
University of Bristol
Bristol, United Kingdom10.2013
Bachelor of Finance -
Guangdong University Of Finance & Economics
Guangzhou,China07.2012
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
- Callie MacDonald, Classroom Teacher, Canterbury Primary School, 0422 402 613, calliemacdonald@gmail.com
Timeline
Assistant Educator
Carey Baptist Grammar School Early Learning Centre
2017.07 - 2023.09
Casual Relief Educator
McArthur Management Services
2016.12 - 2017.12
Mandarin Chinese Teacher
Austrasia Centre Of Chinese Studies
2015.07 - 2016.12
Master of Child Play Therapy -
Deakin University
Master of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) -
Deakin University
Master of Science in Economics, Finance and Management with Distinction -
University of Bristol
Bachelor of Finance -
Guangdong University Of Finance & Economics
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