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Work History
Education
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KIRA YEOMAN

Sydney,NSW

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Early Childhood Educator and Disability Support Worker. A passion for teaching and supporting young children in setting a solid foundation for life-long skills. Proven ability to quickly build rapport with children, clients, staff and families through a friendly approach, patient demeanour and excellent communication skills. Organised with exceptional work ethic and dedication to completing projects. Skilled in collaborative team settings, I am fast learning and interested in developing new skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Disability Support Worker

Individual
04.2024 - Current
  • Assisting with client independence by following personalised support plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
  • Enhancing the quality of life for my client with intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
  • Assisting client in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities.
  • Providing emotional support to client during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
  • Developing strong interpersonal relationships with my client, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
  • Supporting my client in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
  • Managing medications effectively for my client, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
  • Implementing behaviour management techniques when required, for the safety and emotional support of my client.
  • Driving client safely to social activities and appointments.
  • Working with my client and parents to closely monitor and record social, behavioural and academic growth.

ROOM LEADER

Kiddiwinks Play Laugh And Learn
10.2022 - Current
  • Worked closely with management teams and other room leaders to assist with the opening of a brand new service (124 Place).
  • Room leader and responsible person, leading 3-4's room (20 Place), with a team of 3 educators. (2022-2023)
  • Room Leader and responsible person, leading 2-3's room (20 place), with a team of 4 educators. (2024)
  • Experience caring for children with a range of additional needs and assisting to integrate them into daily routines. Attending in care therapy sessions (physio- therapy, OT, speech therapy), to extend my personal knowledge and gain experience.
  • Help support and teach children to take care of personal needs and maintain good hygiene, while encouraging independence. Maintaining a safe and hygienic classroom at all times.
  • Apply play-based learning strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Maintain and foster positive and constructive interactions with staff, families and children.
  • Choose materials and develop curriculums to enhance skills for individual children.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to further assist them.
  • Developed and implemented behaviour management plans.

EDUCATOR AND ROOM LEADER

Little Amigos Childcare Centre
01.2018 - 10.2022
  • Room Leader and Responsible Person of 2-3 year old room (30 Place), previously leading 3-4 year old room (30 Place).
  • Ability to lead a team of educators and provide support and knowledge when needed. Developing and maintaining excellent rapport with staff.
  • Create and implement weekly curriculums using Early years Learning Framework, based on children's current learning capabilities and interests, completing monthly observations and children's portfolios.
  • Experience addressing behavioural and learning difficulties, and am able to implement management strategies with staff.
  • Communicate daily with parents and other staff members, both in person, online via Storypark or OWNA, and over the phone.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing
    positive behaviors.

KFC

Crew Member
06.2017 - 01.2018
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Helped customers complete purchases through professional customer service and clear
    communication.
  • Maintained cleanliness and hygiene practices.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with
    ease.

Education

Fire Training / Respond To Emergencies - Childcare -

PRE-EMPT
09.2023

First Aid And CPR -

Allens Training
07.2023

Child Protection Refresher -

-

The Planning Cycle And Importance Of Reflection -

Workshop
04.2023

Understanding Behaviour Workshop -

Child Development Institute
03.2023

Leadership - In Early Childhood Workshop -

Early Years Training
02.2023

Certificate IV in Disability -

Open Colleges
Sydney, NSW

Certificate III Early Childhood Education And Care -

ACCCO
04.2019

ROSA -

Model Farms High School
Baulkham Hills, NSW
12.2017

Skills

  • Experience Leading Teams of Educators
  • Clear and Direct Communication
  • Interest in Professional Development and Ongoing Learning
  • Organisation and Planning Skills
  • Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
  • Problem Solving

References

Work References:

Nikki Sireilles (2IC) - 0403 328 349

Rakshandeh Appoo (ECT) - 0411 526 003


Personal Reference:

Renee Eid - 0412149220


Timeline

Disability Support Worker

Individual
04.2024 - Current

ROOM LEADER

Kiddiwinks Play Laugh And Learn
10.2022 - Current

EDUCATOR AND ROOM LEADER

Little Amigos Childcare Centre
01.2018 - 10.2022

KFC

Crew Member
06.2017 - 01.2018

Fire Training / Respond To Emergencies - Childcare -

PRE-EMPT

First Aid And CPR -

Allens Training

Child Protection Refresher -

-

The Planning Cycle And Importance Of Reflection -

Workshop

Understanding Behaviour Workshop -

Child Development Institute

Leadership - In Early Childhood Workshop -

Early Years Training

Certificate IV in Disability -

Open Colleges

Certificate III Early Childhood Education And Care -

ACCCO

ROSA -

Model Farms High School

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