Lana Cutlack
Bulli,NSW
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate early childhood teacher with over 20 years experience in developing nurturing and stimulating environments for young children.
Returning to the workforce after staying home to raise my own young children. Now, with renewed energy and commitment and even wider experience I am excited to return to early childhood teaching.
Together, my teaching skills in conjunction with my parenting experience and knowledge allow me a deep understanding of how inclusive and child centred practices foster authentic child development, strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues, and promotes an environment for all children to grow and thrive.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Leader
Little Shepherd Preschool
01.2011 - 12.2018
- Responsible person in day to day charge of the running of the service, overseeing that all measures are taken to uphold the safety and care of children and staff in the service.
- Lead a team of educators in providing a high standard of education and care.
- Developed strong rapport with parents through regular communication, promoting active involvement in their child's education.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques, fostering a positive and safe learning environment for all students.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research-based instructional strategies.
- Designed innovative group-time plans that catered to diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Established a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement within the classroom through regular reflection on instructional practices and student outcomes.
- Supported all children's participation by implementing individualised accommodations and modifications within the general education setting.
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
Professional Nanny
Elaine Rizzo
10.2008 - 07.2010
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialisation.
- Fostered strong relationships with families, prioritizing open communication and building trust.
- Organized educational outings such as museum visits or nature walks, integrating hands-on learning experiences into everyday life.
- Collaborated with parents on developmental milestones, sharing observations and discussing strategies for continued progress.
- Ensured a safe environment for playtime activities, closely monitoring interactions while encouraging independence and problem-solving skills.
- Managed challenging behaviour effectively by implementing positive discipline techniques tailored to each child's temperament.
- Facilitated creative expression through arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and fine motor skills development.
Early Childhood Educator
Wyralla Road Kindergarten
01.2004 - 06.2008
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about children's overall wellbeing, development and care.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning, including interactive play, collaborative play and measured "risky" play.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students.
- Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
- Contributed to staff meetings and professional learning communities, sharing insights and strategies for continuous improvement of teaching practices.
Education
Bachelor of Education ECE - Early Childhood Education
Macquarie University
Sydney, NSW04.2019
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Play-based learning
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Child development expertise
- Documentation and record keeping
- Special needs support
Interests and hobbies
- Sustainability and the environment
- youth mental health
- travel
- reading
- bush walking and fitness
Timeline
Educational Leader
Little Shepherd Preschool
01.2011 - 12.2018
Professional Nanny
Elaine Rizzo
10.2008 - 07.2010
Early Childhood Educator
Wyralla Road Kindergarten
01.2004 - 06.2008
Bachelor of Education ECE - Early Childhood Education
Macquarie University
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