Kieley Allen
Croydon,VIC
Summary
I am dedicated to giving all students an equal education and creating a safe and supportive classroom environment where all students will have the opportunity to grow and thrive. I am a hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organisational skills and a compassionate and positive demeanour. I look forward to helping the teaching staff to achieve the school goals and values. I'm an easy going but professional person who's eager to develop professional relationships with staff, parents and students. I'm excited about the opportunity to build students' confidence and help them realise their abilities and goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
Croydon Hills Primary School - Year 4 Camp
10.2023 - 10.2023
- Assisted staff when required with running of activities and programs.
- Running of several activities solely. Including cooking, radio communications, rock pool ramble and international sports games
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running of events by helping with organisation.
- Led group discussions and activities to meet different community needs.
Pre-Service Teacher
Coldstream Preschool
12 Kelso St, Coldstream VIC 3770
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and self positivity.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilising surfaces and toys.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviours.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Taught children with creative approaches, methods, and techniques.
- Prepared for lessons and activities by gathering the required educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Assessed student performance to evaluate progress and development.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
- Laminated teaching materials I created to increase the durability under repeated use.
- Cleaned, organised and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
Pre-Service Teacher
Croydon World Of Learning
10 Karingal St, Croydon North VIC 3136
05.2023 - 05.2023
- Managed classroom behaviour to maintain safety and promote orderly learning environments.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running activities by helping with organisation and planning.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Followed detailed directions from others.
- Maintained and organised environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilising surfaces and toys.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Prepared for lessons and activities by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Organised snack time.
- Delivered clear, concise instructions to children to aid in each child's decision-making.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Maintained and operated classroom equipment to maximise use and lifespan.
Pre-Service Teacher
Yarra Road Primary School
222-228 Yarra Rd, Croydon North VIC 3136
03.2023 - 03.2023
- Managed classroom behaviour to maintain safety and promote orderly learning environments.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviours.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Taught children with creative approaches, methods, and techniques.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behaviour.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering the required educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Delivered clear, concise instructions to children to aid in each student's decision-making.
- Assessed student performance to evaluate progress and development.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Cleaned, organised and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop engaging lesson plans.
- Maintained and operated classroom equipment to maximise use and lifespan.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
- Graded and provided feedback on assignments.
- Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
- Monitored students use of computers to enforce proper use of resources.
Pre-Service Teacher
Croydon Hills Primary School
47-75 Campaspe Dr, Croydon Hills VIC 3136
08.2022 - 09.2022
- Managed classroom behaviour to maintain safety and promote orderly learning environments.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and in the playground.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and self positivity.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviours.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Taught children with creative approaches, methods, and techniques.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behaviour.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Delivered clear, concise instructions to children to aid in each student's decision-making.
- Assessed student performance to evaluate progress and development.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Cleaned, organised and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
- Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
- Maintained and operated classroom equipment to maximise use and lifespan.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
- Graded and provided feedback on assignments.
- Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
- Monitored students use of computers to enforce proper use of resources.
Pre-Service Teacher
Goodstart Early Learning Bayswater North
316 Colchester Rd, Bayswater North VIC 3153
07.2022 - 07.2022
- Managed room behaviour to maintain safety and promote orderly learning environments.
- Supervised children during in-room activities and on playground.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and self positivity.
- Maintained rooms by disinfecting and sterilising surfaces and toys.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Maintained well-controlled rooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviours.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Organised snack time and nap hours.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Cleaned, organised and restocked rooms for upcoming sessions.
- Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging activities.
Pre-Service Teacher
Eastwood Primary School
49A Alexandra Rd, Ringwood East VIC 3135
04.2022 - 04.2022
- Managed classroom behaviour to maintain safety and promote orderly learning environments.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviours.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behaviour.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Assessed student performance to evaluate progress and development.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Cleaned, organised and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Maintained and operated classroom equipment to maximise use and lifespan.
- Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
- Monitored student's use of iPads to enforce proper use of resources.
Pre-Service Teacher
Mount Pleasant Middle School
414 N Adams St, Mt Pleasant, IA 52641, USA
10.2019 - 11.2019
- Managed classroom behaviour to maintain safety and promote orderly learning environments.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Cleaned, organised and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
Child Carer/Support Worker
Jessica Baker
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to 2 young children.
- Helped the boys to develop and build on their existing skills in multiple ball sports.
- Took the children for outdoor physical activities.
- Communicated positively with the children and their parents.
- Organised and cleaned home after activities by packing up toys and tidying up play room.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Established and maintained safe play environment for children.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
Volunteer
Mount Pleasant Middle School
414 N Adams St, Mt Pleasant, IA 52641, USA
04.2019 - 04.2019
- Played games and activities with children at after school program till parents arrived.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organisation and planning.
- Created fun, age-appropriate activities for school-age children.
- Implemented student safety measures across program to minimise accidents.
- Developed and coordinated after-school programs and activities.
Volunteer
Southeast Iowa Spring Games (Special Olympics)
405 E Maple Leaf Dr, Mt Pleasant, IA 52641, USA
04.2019 - 04.2019
- Activity supervisor at the Southwest Iowa Spring Games (special olympics). Making sure that the correct adaptations were in place for all athletes of all different abilities.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running of events by helping with organisation and planning.
- Represented organisation positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Helped with setup and clean-up of equipment and events
- Directed athletes to their events.
- Recorded athlete results.
Pre-Service Teacher
Taught Home-school Students For Physical Education
601 N Main St, Mt Pleasant, IA 52641, USA
10.2018 - 11.2018
- Managed classroom behaviour to maintain safety and promote orderly learning environments.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using games and activities.
- Supervised exercises and physical activities to engage students and develop physical skills.
- Managed classroom behaviour to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
- Organised and led sports teams teaching benefits of sportsmanship.
- Prepared lesson plans to teach age-appropriate exercises in alignment with school curriculum.
- Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in class environment.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and success.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities.
Basketball Coach
South Croydon Youth Club (SCYC Scorpions)
84-100 Bayswater Rd, Croydon South VIC 3136
03.2015 - 03.2018
- Coached Under 10 Girls Junior basketball teams for over 5 seasons.
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
- Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost fitness, athletic abilities and teamwork.
- Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
- Led team through losses and player injuries by reinforcing sportsmanship, good character, and ways to re-set player mindset.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
- Developed positive relationships with athletes to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Offered constructive feedback to athletes to help reach goals.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
Factory Hand
GRV Printers
1 Rose Ave, Croydon VIC 3136
03.2015 - 05.2023
- Learnt to use industrial laminator, folding machine, plotting machine, shrink wrapper unassisted.
- Packaged finished products and prepared them for despatch.
- Used equipment as instructed to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Loaded and unloaded elements on production line to establish smooth operations.
- Supported production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.
- Weighed and measured items to prevent waste and meet quality standards.
- Supported established production needs by moving items between equipment and staging areas.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Organised and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximise productivity.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimise production workflows.
Waitress
Lindos Restaurant
305 Maroondah Highway Ringwood Victoria 3134
08.2016 - 03.2017
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Followed health and safety regulations relevant to hospitality industry to minimize accidents, incidents and liability to restaurant.
- Bussed tables during busy periods to assist staff and quickly turn over tables.
- Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
- Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
- Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.
- Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
- Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
Education
Master of Teaching - (Primary And Early Childhood)
Deakin University
221 Burwood Hwy, Burwood VIC 31252023
Bachelor - Physical Education And Sport Science, Sport Coaching
Victoria University
70/104 Ballarat Rd, Footscray VIC 30112021
Bachelor - Physical Education With A Minor in Health
Iowa Wesleyan University
601 N Main St, Mt Pleasant, IA 52641, USASkills
- Co-operative team member but very capable with individual instruction
- Positive attitude and personality
- Excellent communication skills
- Engaging and enthusiastic person
- Positive, supportive role model
- Provide students with positive engagement, support, and reinforcement
Certification
- Level 1 First Aid certification
- CPR certified
- Working with Children Check
- Police Check
Timeline
Volunteer
Croydon Hills Primary School - Year 4 Camp
10.2023 - 10.2023
Pre-Service Teacher
Coldstream Preschool
08.2023 - 09.2023
Child Carer/Support Worker
Jessica Baker
06.2023 - 08.2023
Pre-Service Teacher
Croydon World Of Learning
05.2023 - 05.2023
Pre-Service Teacher
Yarra Road Primary School
03.2023 - 03.2023
Pre-Service Teacher
Croydon Hills Primary School
08.2022 - 09.2022
Pre-Service Teacher
Goodstart Early Learning Bayswater North
07.2022 - 07.2022
Pre-Service Teacher
Eastwood Primary School
04.2022 - 04.2022
Pre-Service Teacher
Mount Pleasant Middle School
10.2019 - 11.2019
Volunteer
Mount Pleasant Middle School
04.2019 - 04.2019
Volunteer
Southeast Iowa Spring Games (Special Olympics)
04.2019 - 04.2019
Pre-Service Teacher
Taught Home-school Students For Physical Education
10.2018 - 11.2018
Waitress
Lindos Restaurant
08.2016 - 03.2017
Basketball Coach
South Croydon Youth Club (SCYC Scorpions)
03.2015 - 03.2018
Factory Hand
GRV Printers
03.2015 - 05.2023
Master of Teaching - (Primary And Early Childhood)
Deakin University
Bachelor - Physical Education And Sport Science, Sport Coaching
Victoria University
Bachelor - Physical Education With A Minor in Health
Iowa Wesleyan University