MIA DEMELO-MORTON
Medlow Bath,New South Wales
Summary
Cert 3 Early Childhood Educator with 3 years of experience on the floor with 60 children daily, with a passion for teaching and supporting young children in setting foundation for life-long success. Proven to quickly develop rapport with children through friendly approach, patient demeanor and excellent communication skills. Organized with exceptional work ethic and dedication to completing projects. Skilled in both independently motivated and collaborative team settings.
Interested in starting a career in a health related field.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
Katoomba Leura Preschool
Katoomba, Australia
04.2021 - 04.2024
- Worked on documentation of children's learning and taken individual observations using the floor book approach
- Participated in community outreach activities designed to promote awareness about the benefits of high-quality early childhood education programs
- Boosted children's social skills development through group projects and collaborative games
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning
- Planned and implemented activities to stimulate physical, social and fine/gross motor skills
- Established and maintained positive relationships with children and families
- Communicated regularly with parents to provide updates on their child's progress and discuss any concerns or questions they may have had
- Contributed to the creation of policies and procedures
- Coordinated with staff to ensure the safety of children while fostering an environment of learning and development
- Created individualised lesson plans based on student's needs and interests to maximize learning opportunities
- Encouraged children to express their ideas and opinions
- Implemented and maintained clean, safe, and orderly environment for children
- Worked independently/in a team with a variety of (60) children across the centre
- Worked with children who have additional needs
- Worked collaboratively with families/their children to meet their needs
- Created safe personalised spaces for children with additional needs, connecting with families to ensure their routines are the same at preschool.
- Attended team meetings with other educators in order to share best practices or discuss any issues related to childcare services.
Education
Certificate 3 in early childhood -
Katoomba High School
Katoomba, NSWSkills
- Safety awareness
- Leading activities
- Classroom Organization
- Goal Setting
- Documentation
- Clear and Direct Communication
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Reliable and respectful in all circumstances
- Knowing policy and procedures for the centre
- Collaborative skills with a big team
- Caring and empathetic
References
- Emily Naudi, ECT Room leader, em_julia@hotmail.com, 0432008915
- Chloe Hitchell, Student Support Officer, Work Colleagues Chloeroma7@gmail.com, 0422292798
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
Katoomba Leura Preschool
04.2021 - 04.2024
Certificate 3 in early childhood -
Katoomba High School