Kathryn Elizabeth Thompson
Lang Lang,VIC
Summary
Dedicated Childcare Educator with a strong background at Cranbourne Daycare and Kindergarten, skilled in implementing developmentally suitable activities and fostering parent-teacher communication. Proven ability to enhance children's cognitive growth through engaging lessons while ensuring health and safety practices. Passionate about nurturing young minds with empathetic patience and a commitment to creating inclusive environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Educator
Cranbourne Daycare and Kindergarten
04.2021 - Current
- Coordinated with other staff members effectively in order to provide a cohesive childcare program promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Ensured the health and safety of children by consistently monitoring their activities both indoors and outdoors.
- Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs and discuss progress reports regularly.
- Implemented hands-on learning opportunities that encouraged exploration, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills among children.
- Established a safe, secure, and inclusive classroom setting where all children felt welcomed and valued.
- Maintained safety and cleanliness by sterilizing toys and surfaces.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Developed strong relationships with families, maintaining open communication channels for optimal support of each child''s growth and wellbeing.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Communicated with children's guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Supported the emotional well-being of each child by providing compassionate care during moments of distress or anxiety.
- Enhanced children''s cognitive and social development by implementing age-appropriate activities and games.
- Continuously updated knowledge on best practices through professional development workshops and training sessions for consistent improvement in teaching methodologies.
Support Worker
Best Of Home Care
01.2019 - 07.2022
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
Childcare Assistant
Kids On Aspen
01.2019 - 04.2021
- Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
- Supervised outdoor playtime, ensuring safety while encouraging physical activity and exploration.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment by maintaining clean and organized spaces for daily use.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding to meet children's dietary needs.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Managed daily routines including meal preparation, naptime, and activity setup for efficient operations.
- Built strong relationships with parents by providing regular progress updates and addressing concerns promptly.
- Read and told stories to promote and support overall language development.
- Maintained daily records of children's individual activities, behaviors, meals, and naps.
Childcare Assistant
Kool Kidz Childcare
02.2018 - 01.2019
- Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
- Supervised outdoor playtime, ensuring safety while encouraging physical activity and exploration.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment by maintaining clean and organized spaces for daily use.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding to meet children's dietary needs.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Managed daily routines including meal preparation, naptime, and activity setup for efficient operations.
- Built strong relationships with parents by providing regular progress updates and addressing concerns promptly.
- Boosted children''s cognitive development with age-appropriate educational games and activities.
- Read and told stories to promote and support overall language development.
- Maintained daily records of children's individual activities, behaviors, meals, and naps.
- Supported early language development through storytelling, songs, and interactive conversations with children.
Childcare Assistant
Kinder Kollege
01.2017 - 02.2018
- Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
- Supervised outdoor playtime, ensuring safety while encouraging physical activity and exploration.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment by maintaining clean and organized spaces for daily use.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding to meet children's dietary needs.
Crew Member
McDonald's
01.2014 - 09.2017
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service at the register.
- Cleaned and maintained all areas of restaurant to promote clean image.
- Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns or issues promptly and professionally.
Shop Assistant
Casey Fresh Meats
11.2012 - 10.2013
- Swept and mopped floor, wiped windows and fixtures after closing to support cleanliness and maintain organized store.
- Prepping meat
- Arranging meat display cabinet
- Serving customers
- Handling of money and ATM machine
Shop Assistant
Koo Wee Rup Fruit and Vegetable Shop
01.2012 - 11.2012
- Swept and mopped floor, wiped windows and fixtures after closing to support cleanliness and maintain organized store.
- Prepping of fruit and vegetables
- Displaying products
- Serving customers
- Handling of money and ATM machine
Education
Diploma - Early Childhood Care And Education
Selmar
Southbank, VIC12-2022
Certificate III - Early Childhood Care And Education
Selmar
Southbank, VIC06-2018
No Degree - Year 11 Completion
Alkira Secondary College
Cranbourne, VIC11-2015
Skills
- Empathetic Patience
- Developmentally Suitable Activities
- Early childhood education
- Health and Safety Practices
- Verbal and written communication
- Time management
- Lesson planning
- Activity planning
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Strong work ethic
- Parent-teacher communication
- Curriculum planning
- Special needs support
- Loves children
- CPR and first aid
- Child safety
Timeline
Childcare Educator
Cranbourne Daycare and Kindergarten
04.2021 - Current
Support Worker
Best Of Home Care
01.2019 - 07.2022
Childcare Assistant
Kids On Aspen
01.2019 - 04.2021
Childcare Assistant
Kool Kidz Childcare
02.2018 - 01.2019
Childcare Assistant
Kinder Kollege
01.2017 - 02.2018
Crew Member
McDonald's
01.2014 - 09.2017
Shop Assistant
Casey Fresh Meats
11.2012 - 10.2013
Shop Assistant
Koo Wee Rup Fruit and Vegetable Shop
01.2012 - 11.2012
Diploma - Early Childhood Care And Education
Selmar
Certificate III - Early Childhood Care And Education
Selmar
No Degree - Year 11 Completion
Alkira Secondary College
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