Makala Culley
Wynnum west,QLD
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong background in childcare and customer service. As an experienced educator with five years of service at a childcare centre, i possess strong communication skills that enable me to engage effectively with both children and families. My expertise includes efficient time management, collaborative teamwork with coworkers, and leadership among coworkers. Additionally, my one year as a food and beverage server has equipped me with valuable customer service expertise. I excel in completing professional documentation and checklists with precision, ensuring tasks are executed to the highest standards During my five years at a childcare center, I have honed my skills as an educator and developed a strong foundation in early childhood development. I have effectively implemented curriculum plans, created engaging activities, and fostered a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow. Through collaboration with coworkers, I have demonstrated leadership skills by guiding and supporting team members to ensure smooth operations and enhance the overall quality of care provided. My experience has equipped me with excellent communication skills, time management abilities, and a passion for making a positive impact on the lives of young learners.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Educator and Leader
Silky Oaks Early Learning Centre
11.2019 - Current
- Experienced professional with a strong background in childcare and customer service
- As an experienced educator with five years of service at a childcare centre, I possess strong communication skills that enable me to engage effectively with both children and families
- My expertise includes efficient time management, collaborative teamwork with coworkers, and leadership among coworkers
- During my five years at a childcare center, I have honed my skills as an educator and developed a strong foundation in early childhood development
- I have effectively implemented curriculum plans, created engaging activities, and fostered a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow
- Through collaboration with coworkers, I have demonstrated leadership skills by guiding and supporting team members to ensure smooth operations and enhance the overall quality of care provided
- My experience has equipped me with excellent communication skills, time management abilities, and a passion for making a positive impact on the lives of young learners
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Strengthened parent-teacher relationships through consistent communication, increasing parental involvement in the educational process.
- Contributed to staff meetings and professional learning communities, sharing insights and strategies for continuous improvement of teaching practices.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, sharing best practices to improve overall instruction quality across the centre.
Food and Beverage Server
Bayside United FC
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Provided courteous, friendly service while multitasking in fast-paced environment.
- Greeted guests warmly to foster welcoming environment.
- Maintained a clean and organized dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Remained focused, calm and professional during peak rush hours.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of food orders, resulting in positive feedback from customers.
- Managed high-volume order requests during peak hours while maintaining accurate order fulfillment and prompt service.
- Promoted a safe dining environment by adhering to strict food handling guidelines and maintaining cleanliness standards throughout the establishment.
- Adhered to health and safety standards while handling food and beverages.
- Assisted in maintaining a positive work environment by fostering open communication and teamwork among staff members, resulting in higher overall job satisfaction levels.
- Successfully handled guest complaints with professionalism, resolving issues promptly to retain customer loyalty.
- Entered orders accurately to produce finalized checks and attain correct payments from guests.
- Used point-of-sale systems and completed end-of-shift paperwork accurately.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
Education
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Kool Kids Training
Brisbane, QLD01.2022
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care -
TAFE QUEENSLAND
Southbank, QLD12.2020
Completion of year 12 -
SAN SISTO COLLEGE
Brisbane, QLD11.2018
Skills
- Documentation and Record Keeping
- Maintaining safety
- Curriculum Planning
- Safety awareness
- Goal Setting
- Special needs education
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- First Aid and CPR Training
- Food Safety Training
- Personal Development
References
- Kylie Streets, kyliestreets@gmail.com, 0400 078 744, Director, Good Start Early Learning, Mentor at Silky Oaks Childcare Centre for 4 years
- Jarika Winslett, jarikawinslett@outlook.com, 0409 664 125, Casual Educator, Co-worker at Silky Oaks Childcare Centre currently
Certification
- First Aid and CPR, Australian Wide First Aid. June, 2024
- Food Safety, DoFoodSafety. May, 2024
- Working with Children Card, Queensland Goverment. Expire October, 2025.
- Open Drivers Licence, Queensland Government. Expire March, 2025.
Additional Information
Date Of Birth: 13 March 2001
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator and Leader
Silky Oaks Early Learning Centre
11.2019 - Current
Food and Beverage Server
Bayside United FC
08.2019 - 12.2019
- First Aid and CPR, Australian Wide First Aid. June, 2024
- Food Safety, DoFoodSafety. May, 2024
- Working with Children Card, Queensland Goverment. Expire October, 2025.
- Open Drivers Licence, Queensland Government. Expire March, 2025.
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Kool Kids Training
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care -
TAFE QUEENSLAND
Completion of year 12 -
SAN SISTO COLLEGE
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