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Melanie Tillos

Sydney,NSW

Summary

As an early childhood educator, I have acquired a variety of skills and continue to develop fundamental abilities. These professional experiences were entirely distinct, which enabled me to acquire knowledge, identify alternative teaching methods, and define my identity as a teacher. Additionally, I had the opportunity to volunteer at a psychiatric hospital, work with an art therapist, and provide support to children with disabilities in France. However, they all shared a common theme: play-based learning. To accommodate the unique needs of each child, I will establish a learning environment that includes art activities, music and dance sessions, obstacle courses, and sensory play on a daily basis.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

French Language Teacher

My French School
01.2021 - Current
  • Adapted teaching methods to address diverse learning styles and meet individual child needs effectively.
  • Utilised authentic French materials such as literature, film, and news articles to expose children to diverse perspectives of the Francophone world.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular French language projects, promoting interdisciplinary learning.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by maintaining an organised, supportive, and inclusive classroom atmosphere.

Early Childhood Educator

Kindergarten Neutral Bay
12.2023 - 08.2024
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among children.
  • Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples in lesson plans.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, sharing best practices to improve overall instruction quality across the school.

Early Childhood Educator

White Rabbit Childcare Centre
09.2020 - 12.2023
  • Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
  • Established ongoing professional development goals, participating in workshops and conferences to stay current on emerging trends in early childhood education.
  • Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.

Education

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education

Ikon Institute
04.2025

Diploma of Early Childhood Education And Care

Australian Learning Group College
Haymarket, NSW
01.2020

Skills

  • Play-based Learning
  • Play-Based Learning
  • Music and Movement
  • Science Exploration
  • Sensory Integration
  • Health and safety
  • Nutrition education
  • Artistic Activities
  • Mathematics Concepts
  • Group and individual instruction

Hobbies

I am a really energetic, active, and enthusiastic person. I like travelling and discovering different cultures and ways of doing things. I like going to the beach, surfing with friends, and doing physical activities like break dancing and hip hop. I've always enjoyed art, painting, and sketching. Finally, I love being around animals and take care of them, this give me happiness. Being around children is a privilege and a passion of mine; I always knew I wanted to care for children , anything that children like to do, I do too : Play.

Timeline

Early Childhood Educator

Kindergarten Neutral Bay
12.2023 - 08.2024

French Language Teacher

My French School
01.2021 - Current

Early Childhood Educator

White Rabbit Childcare Centre
09.2020 - 12.2023

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education

Ikon Institute

Diploma of Early Childhood Education And Care

Australian Learning Group College
Melanie Tillos