Kayleen Walther
Andrews Farm,SA
Summary
Dynamic professional with 20 years of diverse experience in the early childhood sector, transitioning back into the hospitality industry. Passionate about creating memorable experiences and committed to exceptional service and customer satisfaction. Core strengths include engaging with new people and providing attentive food and beverage service, supported by extensive interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic. Previous roles as a restaurant manager, waitress, bar attendant, and barista provide a well-rounded foundation in various hospitality settings, from large hotel restaurants to small cafés.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Qualified Educator
Goodstart Early Leaning Centre
04.2025 - 09.2025
- Implemented classroom management strategies to enhance child behavior and participation.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects promoting critical thinking skills.
- Mentored new educators on effective teaching methodologies and curriculum standards.
Lead Educator
Green Leaves Early Learning Centre Cascades
03.2024 - 02.2025
- Lead Educator for children aged 6 weeks to 18 Months Priority is the care and well-being of the children in my care. Maintaining and Implementing policy and procedures for the center. Ensuring Quality standards and Early Learning Years Frame work are being met.
Lead Educator/Assistant Director
Green Leaves Early Learning Centre House
02.2023 - 03.2024
- Lead Educator previously before Assistant Director Priority is the care and well-being of the children in my care. Implementing policies and procedures are met by myself and staff. Ensuring Quality standards and Early Learning Years Frame work are being met by myself and educators. I have completed some valuable tasks held by the Assistant Director, Rosters, pay sheets, daily time schedules, filling in shifts, maintaining a happy environment for all staff in the centre.
- Fostered positive relationships with families, enhancing communication and community involvement.
Lead Educator
Nido Early Learning Centre/Busy Bees
06.2020 - 02.2023
- Lead Educator for children aged 12 to 18 Months Responsible Person for the center after 3p.m to close every day.
Qualified Educator, Cultural Leader and Union Delegate
Happy Valley Community Children's Centre
05.2006 - 05.2020
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance children understanding and retention of core subjects.
Skills
- Computer skills
- Assistant Director Roles
- Reception and administrative support
- Order taking
- Greeting guests
- Cleanliness
- Curriculum Planning
- The circle of Observations
- Strong team ethics
- Effective memory recall
- Professional appearance
- Phone etiquette
- Cultural awareness
- Conflict resolution skills
- Building rapport
- Creating inviting environments
- Reservation oversight
Certification
- First Aid in Children’s Services completed to this date August 2023
- Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation completed to this date 9 September 2025
- National Coordinated Criminal History Check Cerificate
- Responding to Risk of Harm, Abuse and Neglect _ Education and care training completed 28 December 2024
- Certificate 3 and Diploma in Early Childhood Education
- Working with Children Check finalized as at 10 March 2025
Timeline
Senior Qualified Educator
Goodstart Early Leaning Centre
04.2025 - 09.2025
Lead Educator
Green Leaves Early Learning Centre Cascades
03.2024 - 02.2025
Lead Educator/Assistant Director
Green Leaves Early Learning Centre House
02.2023 - 03.2024
Lead Educator
Nido Early Learning Centre/Busy Bees
06.2020 - 02.2023
Qualified Educator, Cultural Leader and Union Delegate
Happy Valley Community Children's Centre
05.2006 - 05.2020