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Kasey Bennett

Caboolture,QLD

Summary

Compassionate Childcare Lead Educator with background in fostering supportive and engaging learning environments. Proven ability to develop innovative programs that stimulate cognitive, physical and emotional growth in children. Strong knowledge of child development, teaching strategies and discipline techniques contribute to positive changes in childcare settings. Demonstrated leadership skills through successful team coordination and communication.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Childcare Lead Educator

Play and Learn Burpengary
Burpengary, Queensland
10.2024 - Current
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for children at all times.
  • Led group activities that encouraged social interaction and teamwork among children.
  • Communicated effectively with parents about children's progress and daily activities.
  • Supervised children during playtime to ensure safety and adherence to rules.
  • Observed children's behavior to identify individual needs and interests.
  • Utilized effective problem solving skills to handle challenging behavior from children.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory standards set by local governing bodies.
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress or any concerns that may arise.
  • Supervised a team of educators and provided mentorship to junior staff members.
  • Encouraged positive behavior management strategies such as redirection and positive reinforcement techniques.

Assistant Director of Education

Day One
Eagleby , Queensland
02.2022 - 09.2024
  • Collaborated with faculty to develop curriculum aligned with educational standards.
  • Coordinated training sessions for staff on effective teaching strategies and technologies.
  • Facilitated workshops to promote best practices in classroom management and instruction.
  • Created and managed budgets for educational programs, events, and activities.
  • Chartered new hire and ongoing training policies to create continuous development plans.
  • Applied regular updates to accounting database.

Childcare Educator

Little Diggers
Morayfield , Queensland
12.2020 - 01.2022
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for children at all times.
  • Assisted in implementing educational programs aligned with developmental standards.
  • Supervised children during playtime to ensure safety and adherence to rules.
  • Collaborated with team members to create a positive learning atmosphere.
  • Observed children's behavior to identify individual needs and interests.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance, health information, developmental milestones and other relevant data related to childcare operations.
  • Established positive relationships with families by providing support through open communication.
  • Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
  • Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.

Education

Diploma of Early Childhood Education And Care CHC50113 - Education

Queensland International Institute
11-2021

High School Diploma -

Burpengary State Secondary College
Burpengary, QLD
11-2020

Certificate III In Early Childhood Education And Care CHC30113 - Education

Deception Bay State High School
10-2020

Skills

  • Open Drivers license
  • Curriculum development
  • Behavioral observation
  • Child safety protocols
  • Classroom management
  • Educational programming
  • Staff training coordination
  • First aid and CPR
  • Child development expertise

Certification

  • First Aid Certification
  • Blue Card
  • CHCPRT025 Identify and report Children and young people at risk
  • CPR certification
  • Fire Safety Certificate
  • Food Safety Certificate

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Childcare Lead Educator

Play and Learn Burpengary
10.2024 - Current

Assistant Director of Education

Day One
02.2022 - 09.2024

Childcare Educator

Little Diggers
12.2020 - 01.2022

Diploma of Early Childhood Education And Care CHC50113 - Education

Queensland International Institute

High School Diploma -

Burpengary State Secondary College

Certificate III In Early Childhood Education And Care CHC30113 - Education

Deception Bay State High School
Kasey Bennett