Lisa Thornton
Brisbane
Summary
Dynamic Childcare Educator with a proven track record at Goodstart Early Learning, excelling in early childhood education and fostering emotional well-being. Skilled in implementing hands-on learning and maintaining hygiene practices, I effectively collaborated with families to support individual child development, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Educator
Goodstart Early Learning
03.2013 - 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.
- Maintained safety and cleanliness by sterilizing toys and surfaces.
- 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.
- Communicated with children's guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Supported the emotional well-being of each child by providing compassionate care during moments of distress or anxiety.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Continuously updated knowledge on best practices through professional development workshops and training sessions for consistent improvement in teaching methodologies.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Shelf Stacker
ICA MAXI
01.2000 - 01.2006
- Stacked finished cases on pallets according to customer requests.
- Inspected final packaging to certify fit to customer specifications.
- Identified and removed products that did not meet quality control standards.
- Minimized potential hazards by promptly identifying damaged or expired products and removing them from shelves.
- Improved product organization by accurately arranging items according to store planograms and guidelines.
- Maintained store cleanliness and safety standards, contributing to a positive shopping experience for customers.
- Picked and packed order items.
Education
High School Diploma -
RUDBEKIANSKA GYMNASIET
VASTERAS SWEDEN06-2001
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Age-appropriate activities
- Early childhood education
- Hygiene practices
- CPR training
- Verbal and written communication
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Practical learning
- Special needs support
- CPR and first aid
- Friendly and likeable
- Time management
Certification
- Certificate 3 In Childcare services
Languages
Swedish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Childcare Educator
Goodstart Early Learning
03.2013 - Current
Shelf Stacker
ICA MAXI
01.2000 - 01.2006
High School Diploma -
RUDBEKIANSKA GYMNASIET
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