- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- I participate in various sports activities for physical activity, camaraderie, and personal growth
- Road Trips
Melanie MacDonald
Mortlake,VIC
Summary
Dynamic Early Childhood Educator with a proven track record at Buckle My Shoe, adept at developing engaging lesson plans and fostering a nurturing environment. Skilled in individualized assessment techniques and collaboration, enhancing curriculum outcomes while ensuring safety and compliance. Recognized for exceptional adaptability in high-pressure situations, delivering excellence in educational experiences.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
Buckle My Shoe
07.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to children's developmental stages.
- Fostered a nurturing and safe learning environment for diverse groups of children.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum activities and improve educational outcomes.
- Observed and assessed children's progress, adapting approaches to meet individual needs.
- Utilized educational tools and resources to support interactive learning experiences.
Barmaid and Waitress
Caramut Hotel
06.2024 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service in high-pressure bar environment.
- Prepared and served beverages according to hotel standards and guest preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Trained new team members on bar operations and customer engagement techniques.
Education
Diploma of Education - Education
South West Institute of TAFE
VIC02-2022
Certificate III - Education
South West Institute of TAFE
VIC11-2018
Year 12 VCAL - Education
Portland Secondary Collage
Portland, VIC12-2016
Skills
- Lesson plan development
- Child development understanding
- Classroom management
- Curriculum enhancement collaboration
- Customer service excellence
- Safety and compliance standards
- Individualized assessment techniques
- High-pressure environment adaptability
Interests
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
Buckle My Shoe
07.2025 - Current
Barmaid and Waitress
Caramut Hotel
06.2024 - Current
Diploma of Education - Education
South West Institute of TAFE
Certificate III - Education
South West Institute of TAFE
Year 12 VCAL - Education
Portland Secondary Collage