Luz Ibieta
Kensington
Summary
Highly involved Childcare Educator committed to proactive and hands-on approach in assisting teaching staff. Effectively supports teaching, care and documentation for children from infancy through preschool. Licensed in NSW and certified in CPR and First Aid.
Caring and competent Childcare Provider experienced in keeping kids safe while nurturing development with age-appropriate activities. Strong verbal and written communication skills, organized nature and proactive approach to solving problems and managing conflict.
Encourage teamwork and good enviorement to work. Easy going and hard worker.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Compassionate Lead Educator - Toddlers, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in early childhood development, curriculum design, and behavior management strategies. Excel in communication, empathy, and patience, ensuring positive outcomes in nurturing young minds.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Educator - Toddlers
Little Zak’s Academy
Rozelle
12.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans for toddlers to promote early learning.
- Facilitated interactive activities that enhance social and emotional skills.
- Collaborated with families to support children's developmental milestones.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to ensure a positive learning environment.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing environment for all children in care.
- Facilitated positive interactions between children to enhance their social skills and relationships.
- Provided a safe, secure and stimulating environment to support the physical, emotional, intellectual and social development of toddlers.
- Engaged toddlers in creative activities such as painting or drawing which promoted creativity and imagination.
- Ensured compliance with relevant laws, regulations and policies related to childcare services.
Team Leader
Roly Poly Early Childcare
Clovelly
05.2023 - 11.2025
- Communicated with children's guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Designed curriculum aligned with developmental and cultural needs, promoting positive classroom settings.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Provided individualized instruction and support to meet personal needs of each child.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Maintained safety and cleanliness by sterilizing toys and surfaces.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
- Supervised daily activities for children, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
- Developed engaging lesson plans that encouraged learning through play and exploration.
- Trained and mentored new staff on childcare policies and best practices consistently.
- Implemented health and safety protocols to maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
Lead Infant Room Teacher
Ocean Street Long Day Preschool
07.2020 - 04.2023
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development
- Identified early warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children
- Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling
- Administered medication and minor first aid to sick and injured students
- Offered parents daily reports outlining activities, behavior and accomplishments
- Cultivated professional relationships with parents and families, establishing availability for parent conferences when necessary.
- Created and executed lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and assessed developmental needs of students to develop to fullest potential and achieve learning objectives.
- Maintained confidentiality of children, family information and staff.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Planned and executed appropriate schedule and activities for children each day, creating fun, engaging and exciting learning environment by singing songs and reading to children.
Room Assistant
Pearl Montessori
12.2020 - 03.2021
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Planned and guided age-appropriate tasks like reading, crafts and sensory activities.
- Worked with children to develop good cognitive, physical and language skills.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
- Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling and collaboration with parents.
English Language Tutor
Self-employeed
03.2019 - 11.2019
- Prepared lesson plans to meet goals identified in students' individualized study plans
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce anxiety of failure in writing
- Collaborated with parents to create tutoring sessions appropriate for student's age, learning preference and learning style
- Structured activities for interactive learning, including word analysis, reading understanding and fluency skills
- Educated students on study tips and exam strategies
- Administered feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and build confidence
English Teacher and Manager Assistant
The Sunflower Daycare
Chile
01.2018 - 06.2019
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities
- One to One child focuzed learning activities and development of the language
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways
- Supported team in daily operations and strategic planning initiatives.
- Assisted in budgeting and financial forecasting for departmental projects.
- Identified and resolved operational issues.
- Analyzed financial reports for cost savings opportunities.
Education
Childcare Diploma
Australian Learning Group
NSWCertificate 3 Childcare -
Australian Learning Group
English Teacher And Bachelor in Education - Education
Bolivariana University
ChileSkills
- Cultural sensitve
- Emotionally supportive
- Food handling preparation
- Early childhood development
- Child Supervision
- Multitasking abilities
- Teamwork
- Relationship-Building
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Family engagement
- Positive reinforcement
Bachelor in education
Bachelor in education and English Teacher
Additional Information
First Aid and anaphylaxis Certificate
Wwcc
Child protection certificate
Terrific two certificate
Timeline
Lead Educator - Toddlers
Little Zak’s Academy
12.2025 - Current
Team Leader
Roly Poly Early Childcare
05.2023 - 11.2025
Room Assistant
Pearl Montessori
12.2020 - 03.2021
Lead Infant Room Teacher
Ocean Street Long Day Preschool
07.2020 - 04.2023
English Language Tutor
Self-employeed
03.2019 - 11.2019
English Teacher and Manager Assistant
The Sunflower Daycare
01.2018 - 06.2019
Childcare Diploma
Australian Learning Group
Certificate 3 Childcare -
Australian Learning Group
English Teacher And Bachelor in Education - Education
Bolivariana University