Lorraine Wright
35 Jo Ann Miller Drive, Collingwood Park,QLD
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with extensive experience at Indooroopilly Montessori Children's House, specializing in curriculum development and team leadership. Proven track record in enhancing educational programs and engaging families, while effectively managing resources and facilitating onboarding. Skilled in decision-making and conflict resolution, fostering a collaborative environment for both educators and children.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant to the Managing Director - Curriculum
Indooroopilly Montessori Children's House
Indooroopilly, Brisbane, Queensland
01.2014 - Current
- collaborate with educators and provide curriculum direction and guidance
- support educators to effectively implement the cycle of planning to enhance programs and practices
- lead the development and implementation of an effective educational program in the service
- ensure children’s learning and development are guided by the learning outcomes of the Early Years Learning Framework and the Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines
- purchasing of resources for the centre to enhance the learning program
- new family interviews
- preparation and execution of various projects withing the centre
- Identifying potential challenges or areas of improvement within daily operations and proposal of solutions
- facilitate onboarding and oversee the educators who are studying Certificate 3 or Diploma of Early Childhood
- decision making as part of the leadership and management team
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with latest educational research and best practices, translating findings into actionable improvements for the center
Lead Educator
Chapel Hill Montessori Children's House
Chapel Hill, Brisbane, Queensland
10.2013 - 12.2013
- Developed engaging curriculum material
- Established strong rapport with parents through consistent communication
- Managed classroom effectively ensuring an optimal learning environment for all children
- Adapted teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learners
Lead Educator
Habitat Early Learning Centre
Ferny Grove, Brisbane, Queensland
07.2013 - 09.2013
Teacher Assistant
Caboolture Montessori School
Caboolture, Queensland
01.2013 - 07.2013
Owner/Principal/Educator
Little Learners Montessori Preschool
South Africa
01.2000 - 12.2012
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with parents, resulting in word of mouth referrals
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
Telesales/Sales Representative
Waltons Stationers
South Africa
02.1987 - 03.1998
Education
Advanced Diploma in Community Sector Management
Australian Childcare Career Options (ACCCO)
01-2021
Diploma of Early Childhood Education And Care
Australian Childcare Career Options (ACCCO)
01-2017
Certificate 3 in Children's Services
Australian Childcare Career Options (ACCC0)
01-2014
International DIploma in Montessori Pedagogy EC
Montessori Centre International
01-2006
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Educational program design
- Resource allocation
- Onboarding facilitation
- Family engagement
- Team leadership
- Project management
- Policy implementation
- Regulatory compliance
- Conflict resolution
- Decision making
- Performance evaluation
Timeline
Assistant to the Managing Director - Curriculum
Indooroopilly Montessori Children's House
01.2014 - Current
Lead Educator
Chapel Hill Montessori Children's House
10.2013 - 12.2013
Lead Educator
Habitat Early Learning Centre
07.2013 - 09.2013
Teacher Assistant
Caboolture Montessori School
01.2013 - 07.2013
Owner/Principal/Educator
Little Learners Montessori Preschool
01.2000 - 12.2012
Telesales/Sales Representative
Waltons Stationers
02.1987 - 03.1998
Advanced Diploma in Community Sector Management
Australian Childcare Career Options (ACCCO)
Diploma of Early Childhood Education And Care
Australian Childcare Career Options (ACCCO)
Certificate 3 in Children's Services
Australian Childcare Career Options (ACCC0)
International DIploma in Montessori Pedagogy EC
Montessori Centre International