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MADHUR DAMAVARAPU

MADHUR DAMAVARAPU

Saint Albans,VIC

Summary

Passionate Pre-Service Early Childhood Teacher with experience at Goodstart Early Learning, adept at designing engaging, play-based learning experiences. Skilled in observation and documentation, fostering inclusive environments, and building strong relationships. Committed to continuous improvement and reflective practice, confident in applying EYLF and NQS to create inclusive, engaging, and nurturing learning environments.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pre-Service Early Childhood Teacher

Goodstart Early Learning
03.2025 - 05.2025
  • Designed and implemented intentional, play-based learning experiences that reflected children's emerging interests, strengths, and developmental stages
  • Observation, documentation, and critical reflection were used to inform ongoing planning cycles, aligning learning opportunities with EYLF and VEYLDF outcomes.
  • Promoted collaboration and creativity by creating engaging provocations using magnets, laminated animal cards, and loose parts.
  • Documented and analysed learning to share with mentor teachers and aligned teaching strategies with best practices in early childhood education.

Pre-Service Early Childhood Teacher

Penguin Childcare
01.2025 - 02.2025
  • Built warm, responsive relationships to support infants’ and toddlers’ sense of security, belonging, and trust.
  • Supported routines including nappy changes, feeding, rest, and transitions with consistency and care, promoting predictability and emotional comfort.
  • Observed and documented children’s cues, behaviours, and milestones to inform planning and support individual development
  • Maintained a safe, hygienic, and nurturing environment that supported physical development and wellbeing.

Pre-Service Early Childhood Teacher

Penguin Childcare
09.2024 - 09.2024
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Conducted ongoing observations and assessments to inform planning and support individual learning goals.

Education

Graduate Diploma - Early Childhood Education

Victoria University
Melbourne, VIC
05-2025

Skills

  • Observation & Documentation
  • Linking Observations to Outcomes
  • Reflective Practice
  • Knowledge of NQS Quality Areas
  • Relationship Building
  • Creative Learning Environments
  • Professionalism & Teamwork
  • Inclusive & Strength-Based Practice
  • Continuous Improvement Mindset

Certification

  • Protecting Children – Mandatory Reporting and Other Obligations for Non-Government Schools Training - Completed: 3 February 2025 | Valid for 12 months

Timeline

Pre-Service Early Childhood Teacher

Goodstart Early Learning
03.2025 - 05.2025

Pre-Service Early Childhood Teacher

Penguin Childcare
01.2025 - 02.2025

Pre-Service Early Childhood Teacher

Penguin Childcare
09.2024 - 09.2024

Graduate Diploma - Early Childhood Education

Victoria University
MADHUR DAMAVARAPU