Kate Murnane
Ballarat,VIC
Summary
I am a highly motivated individual and pride myself on my excellent work ethic, working within a team environment, written and verbal communication skills and my organisational skills. I have gained many years experience in a variety of different areas from administration, accounting, bookkeeping to childcare education. I wish to use all the skills of gained to become a valuable member of your team.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acting Centre Director/Lead Educator
Hei Schools
Ballarat, Vic
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organisational efficiency.
- Directed the organisation's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable childcare laws and regulations.
- Cultivated strong relationships and communciation with families by responding promptly to enquiries or complaints.
- Recruited and hired employees for the centre
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Enrolling of New Children (setting up on Xplor, applying CCS, preparing Medical Management Risk Minimisation Plans)
- Liasing with HR, payroll and finance teams
Lead Educator/Educator Assistant
Aurrum Kids
Ballarat, Vic
09.2021 - 06.2023
- Provided educational and developmental activities for children aged 2-5 years old in accordance with curriculum standards.
- Organised and implemented age appropriate activities to stimulate physical, emotional, social, intellectual development of the children.
- Assisted in developing and implementing daily routines such as snack time, outdoor playtime, nap time.
- Observed child behavior to assess their needs and plan activities accordingly.
- Developed lesson plans that were stimulating and engaging for the children.
- Maintained a safe environment for all children under care by adhering to safety regulations.
Childcare Assistant
United Children
Ballarat, Vic
11.2019 - 09.2021
- Provided safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children.
- Maintained accurate records of daily attendance and other related information.
- Observed and monitored the safety of all children in care.
- Developed positive relationships with famlies to ensure their child's needs were met.
- Collaborated with staff to provide a high standard of care for each child.
- Supported the development of individual plans based on the interests and abilities of each child.
Trainee Accountant/Administrative Assistant
Sharp Accounting
Ballarat, Vic
02.2007 - 08.2019
- Prepared journal entries, general ledgers and bank reconciliations.
- Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions.
- Provided assistance in preparing tax returns annually.
- Maintained full compliance when executing and tracking bank reconciliations, A/P, invoicing, billing and collections.
- Provided administrative support including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
- Organised and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
- Greeted clients in a professional manner, responding to enquiries and directing them to appropriate personnel.
- Composed letters, memos, reports, emails, presentations and other written correspondence as required by management staff.
Education
Diploma of Early Childhood Education
Selmar Institute
Melbourne, VIC11-2019
Diploma of Accounting
Monarch Institute
Online03-2019
Certificate IV in Accounting & Bookeeping
Monarch Institute
Online01-2018
Skills
- Staff Management/Team Work Skills
- Business Administration
- Client Relations
- Communication Skills
Certification
- Working with Children’s check – Employee
- Certificate in Providing emergency first aid response in an Education and Care setting
- Certificate in CPR Education and Care Stting
- Food Safety Supervisor Certificate completed 2024
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Acting Centre Director/Lead Educator
Hei Schools
06.2023 - 04.2024
Lead Educator/Educator Assistant
Aurrum Kids
09.2021 - 06.2023
Childcare Assistant
United Children
11.2019 - 09.2021
Trainee Accountant/Administrative Assistant
Sharp Accounting
02.2007 - 08.2019
Diploma of Early Childhood Education
Selmar Institute
Diploma of Accounting
Monarch Institute
Certificate IV in Accounting & Bookeeping
Monarch Institute
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