Kristy Cochrane
Loganholme,Qld
Summary
Dynamic Child Care Educator with a proven track record at Bluebird Early Education, excelling in fostering a safe and inclusive environment. Skilled in early childhood education and parent-teacher communication, I implement engaging, play-based learning activities that enhance child development and promote critical thinking. Passionate about nurturing children's growth and wellbeing.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Care Educator
Bluebird Early Education
01.2024 - 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.
- Developed strong relationships with families, maintaining open communication channels for optimal support of each child''s growth and wellbeing.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Established a safe, secure, and inclusive classroom setting where all children felt welcomed and valued.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Provided individualized instruction and support to meet personal needs of each child.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, meal counts, emergency contact information, ensuring compliance with state regulations.
Certified Teacher Assistant
Loganholme State School
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, maximizing student engagement and understanding.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear classroom expectations and maintaining consistent routines.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by implementing consistent consequences and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives focused on improving student achievement levels, participating in data-driven decision-making processes, and collaborating on team-based projects.
- Supported the integration of technology into the curriculum by assisting with the implementation of digital tools such as online quizzes and educational websites.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing visual aids, real-world examples, and hands-on activities.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching skills.
- Improved classroom management with introduction of positive behavior support strategies.
- Fostered supportive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students.
- Promoted inclusivity by adapting teaching methods to meet diverse learner needs.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
Education
Certificate III - Early Childhood Care And Education
Strategix
Loganholme05.2024
Certificate III - Education Support
Strategix
Loganholme05.2022
Skills
- Early childhood education
- Patience and empathy
- Age-appropriate activities
- Hygiene practices
- CPR training
- Verbal and written communication
- Classroom management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Student engagement
- Child safety procedures
- CPR and first aid
- Friendly and likeable
- Active listener
- Play-based learning
- Health and safety
- Loves children
- Child development
- Child safety
Certification
CPR and First Aide certified
Referees
Katelyn Booth
Bluebirds Early Education
Lead Educator
0411 832 223
Bianca Kirkham
Bluebirds Early Education
Centre Management
0435 038 303
Emily Stauton
Bluebirds Early Education
21C
0424 303 749
Timeline
Child Care Educator
Bluebird Early Education
01.2024 - Current
Certified Teacher Assistant
Loganholme State School
09.2022 - 12.2023
Certificate III - Early Childhood Care And Education
Strategix
Certificate III - Education Support
Strategix
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