Leanna Dega
Sutherland,NSW
Summary
Calm, adaptable early childhood teacher with experience across classroom leadership, casual teaching, and nanny care. Passionate about delivering engaging, creative and relaxed environments for young learners and facilitating positive relationships with familiar, Students and other Staff. Has strengths in providing child supervision, professional communication, and building safe, structured environments. Committed to supporting routines, social skill building, and quality care aligned with EYLF and NQS.
Overview
1
1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Casual Early Childhood teacher
Montessori Academy
Kirrawee, NSW
05.2024 - 08.2026
- • Established safe, healthy, nurturing a safe, healthy, nurturing environment, promoting children's development and security.
- • Guided children through self-directed Montessori activities.
- • Facilitated daily routines and transitions to support children's well-being.
- • Communicated student needs to staff and families, fostering collaborative support and understanding.
Educational Leader / Room Leader
Montessori Academy
Kirrawee, NSW
11.2022 - 04.2024
- Facilitated assessment and rating processes as room leader and educational leader, guiding teachers in delivering quality care aligned with NQS standards and childcare regulations.
- Planned lessons aligned with Montessori curriculum, developmental milestones, EYLF, and NQS guidelines.
- Monitored children's development and documented progress for family and staff feedback.
- Communicated updates to parents regarding behavior, routines, and classroom expectations to foster family engagement.
- Built positive relationships with students, teachers, and local community.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety in Montessori classrooms by organizing materials and ensuring standards were met.
Private Nanny
Kahley Walsh
Kirrawee, NSW
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Maintained a safe and nurturing environment, prioritizing children's health and developmental needs.
- Followed established routines to provide stability and structure during parental absences, enhancing children's sense of security.
- Supervised children's daily routines in the Walsh household, ensuring calm and consistent care that promoted emotional well-being.
Director and 3-5 year Room Leader
ABC Learning Academy
Taren Point, NSW
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Ensured compliance with licensing, safety, and health requirements.
- Supervised teachers, aides, and support staff across classroom routines.
- Trained staff on classroom practices, behavior guidance, and supervision.
- Managed enrollment, scheduling, and parent communication for childcare center families.
Education
Bachelor of Teaching in Early Childhood - Early Childhood Education
University of Wollongong
Wollongong, NSW12-2000
High School Diploma -
Narooma HIghschool
Narooma, NSW12-1997
Skills
- Child development facilitation
- EYLF planning
- NQS compliance
- Assessment reporting
- Child observation
- Behavior management
- Child supervision
- Team collaboration
- Professional communication
Certification
- Working with Children Check - WWC1266573E - Expires 15/11/2027
- NSW Education Standards Authority Teacher Accreditation - Provisional Accreditation
NESA Account No : 307798 - Wave Learning - Identify and Report young people at risk CHCPRT1025 obtained 1/5/2023
- Wave Learning - Child Protection Refresher course obtained 23/3/2026
- Foundations of Child Safety Course (GECKKO training) Completed 21/03/26
- NSW Food Authority - Food Handler basics completed 21/03/2026
- Immediate Response First Aid - HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation , Jan 2024
- Immediate Response First Aid - HLTAID012 - Provide first Aid in an Education and Care setting- 21 February 2023
Timeline
Casual Early Childhood teacher
Montessori Academy
05.2024 - 08.2026
Educational Leader / Room Leader
Montessori Academy
11.2022 - 04.2024
Private Nanny
Kahley Walsh
01.2021 - 07.2022
Director and 3-5 year Room Leader
ABC Learning Academy
01.2005 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Teaching in Early Childhood - Early Childhood Education
University of Wollongong
High School Diploma -
Narooma HIghschool