Megan Croft
Murgheboluc,VIC
Summary
Proactive and caring worker with 20 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness. Dedicated Lead educator Nursery provides children with safe and nurturing learning environment. Possesses excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Nursery Educator
Child's Play Torquay
2019.01 - Current
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting and toileting.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Assessed babies and toddlers against established early childhood developmental milestones, preparing regular progress reports for each child.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and programs for children 4months 2 years old.
Casual Educator
Child's Play Torquay
2017.03 - 2019.01
- Maintained orderly and clean facility spaces for workers and children.
- Oversaw as many 22 children each day.
- Helped students with mealtimes by portioning out foods, opening containers and bringing supplies.
- Cared for up to 22 children between ages 2 and 4.
Private Nanny
Janelle Bennet
2013.03 - 2013.09
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
Education
HLTAID012, HLTAID009, HLTAID011 -
Noble X PTY
08.2023
Diploma of Early Childhood Education And Care -
Early Childhood Training
03.2020
Victorian Certificate of Education -
Rochester Secondary College
11.1998
Skills
- Classroom Observation
- Special Education
- Customer Service
- Disciplinary Enforcement
- Time Management
Timeline
Lead Nursery Educator
Child's Play Torquay
2019.01 - Current
Casual Educator
Child's Play Torquay
2017.03 - 2019.01
Private Nanny
Janelle Bennet
2013.03 - 2013.09
HLTAID012, HLTAID009, HLTAID011 -
Noble X PTY
Diploma of Early Childhood Education And Care -
Early Childhood Training
Victorian Certificate of Education -
Rochester Secondary College
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