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Melissa Mitchell

Cranbourne,VIC

Summary

Passionate Early Childhood Educator with extensive experience at fostering inclusive learning environments. Proven ability to enhance children's social skills and emotional well-being while implementing the EYLF. Strong communicator and collaborator, committed to continuous professional development and maintaining a safe, nurturing atmosphere for all children. Valid First Aid, WWCC and child protection certifications.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Early Childhood Educator

Bambinos Kindergarten ( G8 Education)
06.2020 - 07.2025
  • Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
  • Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
  • Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness, following workplace heath and safety policy's and procedures.
  • Encouraged children's independence and self-help skills through daily routines and activities.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to children, fostering sense of security and belonging.
  • Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
  • Have a sound understanding of Early Years Learning Framework and implement professional educational program following the EYLF.
  • Engage in Lead Educator role, i was Lead Educator in Nursery Room.

Early Childhood Educator

Head Start Early Learning Center. (G8 Education)
05.2018 - 06.2020
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Have experience working with all age groups from 6 weeks to 5 years.
  • Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance, learning and development.
  • Strengthened parent-teacher relationships through consistent communication, increasing parental involvement in the educational process.
  • Contributed to staff meetings and professional learning communities, sharing insights and strategies for continuous improvement of teaching practices.
  • Have a sound knowledge of EYLF and NQS.
  • Develop and implement Educational Program to Foster Children's learning and development.
  • Fostered safe and nurturing classroom environment, allowing children to explore and learn confidently.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share teaching strategies and resources, improving overall teaching quality.

Early Childhood Educator

Starfish Early Learning Center
01.2016 - 05.2018
  • Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Sound knowledge of EYLF and NQS.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance, learning and development.
  • Established ongoing professional development goals, participating in workshops and conferences to stay current on emerging trends in early childhood education.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.

Early Childhood Educator

Gumnut Drive Early Learning Center ( Privately Owned Center) Sold to G8 Education Who Changed the Name to First Grammar Gumnut Drive.
01.2011 - 03.2015
  • 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.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet diverse needs of children, ensuring inclusive learning experience.
  • Promoted language development skills through storytelling and open-ended questions, increasing students' vocabulary and comprehension abilities.
  • Supported children's physical development with daily outdoor play and fine motor skills activities, enhancing their physical health and coordination.
  • Have a sound Knowledge of EYLF and NQS.

Early Childhood Educator

Little Dragonfly Early Center
02.2010 - 01.2011
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples in lesson plans.
  • Have a sound Knowledge of the EYLF and NQS.
  • Have experience in being a Lead Educator and running a room and working as a team.
  • Maintained ongoing communication with parents about children's achievements and areas for improvement, building strong family-teacher relationships.
  • Developed and executed age-appropriate curriculum, fostering love for learning in young children.

Early Childhood Educator

Robins Nest Early Learning Center ( Changed Names Over the Time I Was There to ABC Early Learning Center Then Back to Robins Nest.)
12.2007 - 02.2010
  • Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, sharing best practices to improve overall instruction quality across the school.
  • Mentored new educators, providing guidance on effective teaching approaches and classroom management techniques.
  • Enhanced children's understanding of cultural diversity through multicultural lessons and activities.
  • Facilitated small group activities to encourage collaboration and social skills among children.
  • Assessed children's learning and development through observation and documentation, informing instructional strategies.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.

Education

High School Diploma -

Brandon Park Secondary School
Mulgrave, VIC

Diploma of Children's Services. - Early Childhood Education And Care

BAWM GROUP
Melbourne, VIC
03-2014

Skills

  • Strong language proficiency
  • Have current Working with Children Check Valid to 10/09/2028
  • Current First Aid in an education and care setting Valid to 29/06/2028
  • Provide basic emergency life support Valid to 29/06/28
  • Provide First Aid Valid to 29/06/2028
  • Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Valid to 29/06/2026
  • Im Alert in Food Safety Training completed yearly, most recently in 2025
  • Child Protection Training/Workshops conducted yearly, last completed in 2025
  • Implement and promote inclusive policies and practices in children's services
  • Establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment for children following workplace WHS Procedures and policies
  • Have a sound knowledge of the EYLF and NQS
  • Strong work ethic and dependable

Timeline

Early Childhood Educator

Bambinos Kindergarten ( G8 Education)
06.2020 - 07.2025

Early Childhood Educator

Head Start Early Learning Center. (G8 Education)
05.2018 - 06.2020

Early Childhood Educator

Starfish Early Learning Center
01.2016 - 05.2018

Early Childhood Educator

Gumnut Drive Early Learning Center ( Privately Owned Center) Sold to G8 Education Who Changed the Name to First Grammar Gumnut Drive.
01.2011 - 03.2015

Early Childhood Educator

Little Dragonfly Early Center
02.2010 - 01.2011

Early Childhood Educator

Robins Nest Early Learning Center ( Changed Names Over the Time I Was There to ABC Early Learning Center Then Back to Robins Nest.)
12.2007 - 02.2010

High School Diploma -

Brandon Park Secondary School

Diploma of Children's Services. - Early Childhood Education And Care

BAWM GROUP

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