Michaela Knapp
Matcham,NSW
Summary
Dedicated Early Childhood Educator with over 2 years of experience creating engaging and supportive learning environments for young children. Proven ability to develop and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum, foster positive social-emotional growth, and build strong relationships with children and families.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certificate III Early Childhood Educator
Erina Kindergarten
07.2023 - Current
- Implemented daily activities fostering physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's individual needs and growth.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing environment for all children.
- Supervised children during playtime and structured activities to ensure safety.
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate behaviors.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to early childhood education.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Stuck to daily routines to help children feel comfortable and promote development.
Casual support Worker
The Beach Early Learning Centre Tuggerah
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted children with daily activities and personal care needs.
- Maintained a safe, clean, and organized environment for children's play and learning.
- Fostered a safe and nurturing environment for children during daily activities.
- Provided a safe and stimulating learning environment for young children.
Dental Assistant/ receptionist
Church Street Dental
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Prepared treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and setting up necessary supplies.
- Managed patient records accurately using dental software systems for documentation.
- Monitored inventory levels of dental supplies and placed orders as needed.
Dental/Receptionist Assistant Qualified
Kingsthorpe Dental
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Greeted patients warmly and ensured a positive first impression.
- Scheduled appointments efficiently using practice management software.
- Managed patient records and maintained confidentiality in compliance with regulations.
- Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
Dental Assistant
Northpoint Dental Centre
10.2019 - 05.2021
- Greeted patients warmly and ensured a positive first impression.
- Scheduled appointments efficiently using practice management software.
- Managed patient records and maintained confidentiality in compliance with regulations.
- Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development, and increased productivity.
Domestic House Cleaner
Absolute Domestics
03.2019 - 01.2020
- Absolute Domestics.
- Working unsupervised.
- Various cleaning duties, as required.
Apprentice Painter
Col's Painting
04.2016 - 08.2018
- Working unsupervised
- Building relationships/rapport with clients
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns and paint rollers. Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape and other materials.
Retail Assistant
Choice Discount Store
01.2015 - 04.2016
- Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
- Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change and storing coupons.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise and suggested suitable options.
Education
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education and Care
TAFE NSW
Karben Training05-2025
Certificate III - Dental Assisting
TAFE Queensland
Queensland12.2020
Certificate III - Business Administration
TAFE
Queensland12.2014
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Willingness to learn
- Immunizations
- Neat personal presentation
- Early childhood education
- Activity planning
- Record management
- Safety awareness
- Sensory activities
- Child safety procedures
- Empathy and patience
- Parent collaboration
- Child's CPR certified
Certification
- HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting
- Working with Children Check
References
- Marney 0409757754 - Erina Kindergarten
Timeline
Certificate III Early Childhood Educator
Erina Kindergarten
07.2023 - Current
Casual support Worker
The Beach Early Learning Centre Tuggerah
01.2023 - 09.2023
Dental Assistant/ receptionist
Church Street Dental
09.2022 - 05.2023
Dental/Receptionist Assistant Qualified
Kingsthorpe Dental
05.2021 - 08.2022
Dental Assistant
Northpoint Dental Centre
10.2019 - 05.2021
Domestic House Cleaner
Absolute Domestics
03.2019 - 01.2020
Apprentice Painter
Col's Painting
04.2016 - 08.2018
Retail Assistant
Choice Discount Store
01.2015 - 04.2016
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education and Care
TAFE NSW
Certificate III - Dental Assisting
TAFE Queensland
Certificate III - Business Administration
TAFE
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