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Leah Panelli

Tyabb,VIC

Summary

I am an Early Childhood Teacher with demonstrated knowledge and ability to integrate First Peoples Perspectives and play-based learning into her pedagogy, practices, and curriculum. Ability to plan curriculum to a high standard to enhance and support children's educational outcomes.

With excellent communication skills that support positive reciprocal relationships with children and families. I am able to significantly contribute to a positive learning environment, and provide differentiation of teaching to support children's individual learning needs.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Early Childhood Teacher

Tyabb Village Children's Service
01.2022 - 10.2024
  • Applied play-based learning opportunities to support diverse approaches to learning. Differentiation of learning for children of diverse learning backgrounds including ASD, non verbal, speech delay, and behavioural needs.
  • Implemented First Peoples Perspectives throughout the program, including but not limited to the Seven Seasons of the Kulin Nation, inclusion of local Bunurong symbols to support literacy development, Acknowledgement of Country, use of the Possum Skin Pedagogy, and provided inclusions to the centres Reconciliation Action Plan.
  • Supported my teachings through the inclusion of the Environmental Kinship Guide which focuses on learning "about, in, with, and for" nature.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
  • Implemented the floor book approach to document learning and support the inclusion of the children's voice within the program.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills in children by challenging them with complex problems and thought-provoking questions during moments of learning.
  • Completed term goals and reflections, regular observations and learning stories uploaded to Storypark.
  • Implemented a new template for programming and reflections within the Kinder room to ensure all outcomes within the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework were being met.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Completed transition statements for children in their final year before attending primary school.
  • Liaised with parents, support staff, and external specialists to support children's developmental milestones and support plans.
  • Built community connections through outings within the local community such as visiting the local primary school library, the green wedge, the local shops, and airport.
  • Mentored student teachers, sharing effective teaching strategies.

Lead Educator

Tyabb Village Children's Centre
07.2019 - 01.2022
  • Developed engaging curriculum materials, resulting in the children's increased interest and understanding of subject matter.
  • Implemented an indoor/outdoor program consistently to support children's interests and needs.
  • Completed documentation of children's learning and supported developmental milestones through term goals and reflections, regular observations and learning stories.
  • Supported children with additional needs through differentiation of learning, altering teaching strategies, and inclusion of additional teaching resources and materials.
  • Established strong rapport with parents through consistent communication, supporting their involvement in the educational process and addressing concerns promptly.

Centre Director

G8 Education
09.2016 - 07.2019
  • Promoted positive company image and established reputation as provider of choice for educational programs in greater community.
  • Developed strong community relationships to support centre programs and initiatives.
  • Completed rostering, meeting budget expectations and reporting to Area Manager on centre growth.
  • Led team of educators in creating innovative curriculum that aligned with Victorian standards and promoted children's success.
  • Increased staff productivity with regular training sessions, clear expectations, and constructive feedback.

Assistant Centre Director

G8 Education
12.2014 - 09.2016

Lead Educator

Patterson Lakes Childcare (acquired by G8)
01.2014 - 12.2014

Assistant Educator

Wagtails
05.2011 - 12.2013

Education

Bachelor of Education - Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood & Primary)

Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne, VIC
07.2023

Skills

Professional

First Peoples Perspectives

Classroom set up

Classroom Organization

Play-Based Learning

Parent-Teacher Communication

Documentation and Record Keeping

Classroom and time Management

Curriculum Planning

Personal

Artistic/creative

Personable

Courteous

Critical thinker

Positive work ethic

Empathy

Additional Information

References:


  • Leila Birch

Early Childhood Teacher

Tyabb Village Children's Centre

leila.birch@outlook.com

0413 543 375


  • Marieke Lutterberg

Former Assistant Centre Director/Educational Leader

Tyabb Village Children's Centre

mariekeprice@hotmail.com

0414 420 272


  • Rose Duffy

Educator/Project Development

Tyabb Village Children's Centre

rosa_076@outlook.co.nz

0493 390 594


  • Sandrine L'Eveille

Lead Educator

Tyabb Village Children's Centre

mleveille1501@gmail.com

0411 889 821

Timeline

Early Childhood Teacher

Tyabb Village Children's Service
01.2022 - 10.2024

Lead Educator

Tyabb Village Children's Centre
07.2019 - 01.2022

Centre Director

G8 Education
09.2016 - 07.2019

Assistant Centre Director

G8 Education
12.2014 - 09.2016

Lead Educator

Patterson Lakes Childcare (acquired by G8)
01.2014 - 12.2014

Assistant Educator

Wagtails
05.2011 - 12.2013

Bachelor of Education - Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood & Primary)

Swinburne University of Technology

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