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MARCELLA RIGONI

Templestowe,VIC

Summary

Proactive and caring with 30 years teaching experience combined with excellent communication and organisational skills. Positive mindset, responsible and reliable team player.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Preschool Teacher

Twin Hills Preschool
01.1994 - Current
  • Developed anengaging play based program to enhance and grow children's skills in a warm and positive environment.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and more formal conversations.
  • Working independently and as a team to formulate individual learning plans, implementing and evaluating these.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development with families and support staff.
  • Worked with Committee of Management and Families to ensure the smooth running of the Preschool
  • Attending regular professional development to further knowledge and skills in Early Childhood

Preschool Teacher

Hughesdale Preschool
01.1994 - 12.1996
  • Established a play based program for the three year old group working alongside parents as helpers in the room and then with other staff
  • Communicated and shared knowledge with families to help children grow and develop
  • Addressed behavioural and learning issues with parents and developing strategies together
  • Working with the Committee of Management to ensure the smooth running of the preschool

Office Clerk

Georges Australia Ltd
05.1988 - 10.1995
  • Interacted with customers by phone, or in-person to provide information and address queries.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Assisted customers with account payments and lay-by
  • Assisted Personnel Manager with admin tasks and training Staff with new register procedures
  • Handled end of day cash balances from store registers
  • Kept lay-by stock and records up to date and organised.
  • Worked as team to ensure a harmonious working environment
  • Maintained composure in stressful situations and continued to provide helpful and kind guest services for customer satisfaction.

Preschool Teacher

Warrawee Park Preschool
04.1992 - 12.1993
  • Established a new three year old group at the Preschool, working alongside Committee of Management and existing staff
  • Implemented a play based program to meet the individual needs of the children at the centre
  • Operating an open door policy where parents were welcome to stay and spend time with their child in the preschool environment

Preschool Teacher

Briar Hill Preschool
05.1991 - 12.1991
  • Worked as the three year old group teacher in a maternity leave position.
  • Developed an engaging play based program for the children ensuring a smooth transition between teachers.
  • Worked alongside parents to ensure the smooth running of the preschool
  • Ensured an inclusive learning environment for all children

Relief Teaching

McArthur Relief Agency
01.1991 - 12.1991
  • Worked at many different centres both Preschool and Child care with 3 and 4 year old children as a relief teacher
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into the preschool environment
  • Being flexible and being able to adapt to new environments with ease

Education

Diploma of Teaching (Early Childhood) - Early Childhood Education

University of Melbourne
Parkville, VIC

Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood - Early Childhood Education

University of Melbourne
Parkville, VIC

Skills

  • Problem Solving
  • Communication
  • Organised
  • Self disciplined
  • Resourceful
  • Flexible
  • Good Work Ethic
  • Active Listening

Interests

Reading

Travel

Keeping Fit

Cooking

References

Available on request

Timeline

Preschool Teacher

Twin Hills Preschool
01.1994 - Current

Preschool Teacher

Hughesdale Preschool
01.1994 - 12.1996

Preschool Teacher

Warrawee Park Preschool
04.1992 - 12.1993

Preschool Teacher

Briar Hill Preschool
05.1991 - 12.1991

Relief Teaching

McArthur Relief Agency
01.1991 - 12.1991

Office Clerk

Georges Australia Ltd
05.1988 - 10.1995

Diploma of Teaching (Early Childhood) - Early Childhood Education

University of Melbourne

Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood - Early Childhood Education

University of Melbourne

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