Marie Yates
Pacific Pines,QLD
Summary
I am a professional educator in early childhood, education and care with experience in supporting individuals and their families. Adept at collaborating with others to deliver impactful services and adapting to evolving needs. Strong skills in documenting, planning, and coordination. Personal skills include exceptional time-management, reliability, empathy, and effective problem-solving.
I have contributed to child assessments, care planning, and administrative tasks, enhancing service delivery. Demonstrated effective communication and empathy in child and family interactions, and organisational skills in managing documentation.
I am confident in handling tasks independently and in teams with highly organised approach to work. I strongly advocate for those in need and I am committed to providing best possible service.
I am also a mum of 4 children (ranging from 12 to 23 years) so have many transferable skills from this area.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Daycare Educator
Self Employed Under Kids At Home FDC Scheme
07.2015 - Current
- Ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for children aged 0 to 12, by maintaining clean facilities, adhering to safety guidelines, and closely monitoring all indoor and outdoor activities whilst ensuring alignment with the National Quality Standards, the Early Years Learning Framework, and scheme policies and procedures
- Managing daily schedules efficiently while ensuring smooth transitions between structured activities and free playtime for optimum child engagement.
- Enhance children's emotional and social development by implementing engaging activities and fostering positive relationships.
- Continuously seeking professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education and maintain state-mandated and scheme training requirements.
- Monitoring each child's progress through regular observation and assessment tools, identifying areas for improvement or additional support as needed, and planning activities to support progression and development.
- Develop appropriate lesson plans to foster cognitive growth and enhance motor skills through hands-on learning experiences.
- Maintain accurate records of each child''s attendance, medical information, emergency contacts, allergies or dietary restrictions as required by regulations.
- Serve as a positive role model for children by exhibiting patience, empathy, and respect in all interactions with them.
- Facilitating regular parent-educator meetings to discuss individual child progress, address concerns, or answer questions about curriculum content and child development.
Family Daycare Educator
Self Employed Under C&K FDC Scheme
06.2008 - 07.2015
- as per current role
Sales Consultant
Thomas Direct
04.2005 - 06.2008
- Advised clients on appropriate product selections based on their unique needs, ensuring optimal satisfaction levels upon purchase.
- Used consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and recommend relevant products and services.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by supporting fellow sales consultants in achieving their individual goals and targets.
- Nurtured leads through consistent follow-ups, ultimately converting these in to satisfied customers.
- Selected correct products based on customer needs, product specifications and applicable regulations.
- Recorded accurate and efficient records in customer database.
Hairstylist
Scott's Hair Salon
12.1995 - 09.2004
- Consistently maintained cleanliness of the workspace, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for clients.
- Built a loyal clientele through exceptional customer service and attention to detail.
- Processed payments.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing all aspects of hairdressing.
- Conducted thorough consultations with each client before beginning any service, ensuring clear communication regarding desired outcomes.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Griffith University
QLD06-2026
Bachelor of Psychological Science -
Swinburne University
01-2023
Diploma of Early Childhood Education And Care -
Family Day Care Training Australia
01-2012
Certificate III in Children's Services -
Cengage
Basic Certificate of Counselling -
Hallam University
EnglandCertificate 3 in Customer Service -
The Sheffield College
EnglandCertificate 3 in Hairdressing And Barbering -
The Sheffield College
EnglandHigh School Diploma -
Firth Park Comprehansive School
EnglandSkills
- Risk Assessment
- Computer Literacy
- Documentation skills
- Policy understanding
- Time management abilities
- Creative learning strategies
- Problem-solving skills
- Multitasking
Certification
- Mental Health First Aid - valid until Aug 2027
- First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis - valid until Mar 2027
- CPR - valid until Mar 2025
- Working with Children Check (Blue Card P) - valid until Aug 2025
- Australian Manual Driving Licence - valid until Nov 2025
- Child Protection Training - valid until Feb 2025
- Guiding Children's Behaviour - valid until Feb 2025
- Food Hygiene Certificate - valid until Sept 2025
- Safe Sleep Practices - valid until Sept 2025
- Federal Police Check - valid until Dec 2024
- Construction White Card - no expiry
Timeline
Family Daycare Educator
Self Employed Under Kids At Home FDC Scheme
07.2015 - Current
Family Daycare Educator
Self Employed Under C&K FDC Scheme
06.2008 - 07.2015
Sales Consultant
Thomas Direct
04.2005 - 06.2008
Hairstylist
Scott's Hair Salon
12.1995 - 09.2004
Master of Social Work -
Griffith University
Bachelor of Psychological Science -
Swinburne University
Diploma of Early Childhood Education And Care -
Family Day Care Training Australia
Certificate III in Children's Services -
Cengage
Basic Certificate of Counselling -
Hallam University
Certificate 3 in Customer Service -
The Sheffield College
Certificate 3 in Hairdressing And Barbering -
The Sheffield College
High School Diploma -
Firth Park Comprehansive School
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