Michelle Erini
Forrestfield,Western Australia
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Teacher
Swan Valley Early Learning
04.2021 - 06.2023
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Continually sought professional development opportunities to stay current in educational research and best practices, applying this knowledge to enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Developed strong relationships with students and their families, fostering mutual trust and respect that contributed to overall student success.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Increased student participation by implementing creative and interactive learning activities.
- Supported diverse student needs through differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring academic success for all learners.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication through regular progress updates and conferences, strengthening support networks for students.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance on effective classroom management techniques.
Peer to Peer Support Worker
MIFWA
03.2019 - 01.2020
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in mental health support services.
- Improved client well-being by sharing personal experiences, coping strategies, and resources in a relatable manner.
- Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
- Strengthened staff knowledge of peer support principles by conducting educational workshops and serving as a role model for colleagues.
- Served as a liaison between clients and healthcare professionals, ensuring that client needs were effectively communicated and addressed.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to clients'' needs.
- Provided crisis intervention support, helping clients navigate through challenging situations with appropriate resources and referrals.
Education
Bachelor in Education - Education
Curtin University
Perth, WA06-2031
Associate Diploma in Social Science - Early Childhood Education
South Metropolitan TAFE
Perth, WA05-1996
Skills
- Multicultural education
- Social-emotional learning
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Health and safety
- Multitasking Abilities
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Adaptability
Certification
Child Protection
Intentional Storytelling: Introduction to Disclosure in Peer Work - CoMHWA
Foundations of Peer Work
Timeline
Childcare Teacher
Swan Valley Early Learning
04.2021 - 06.2023
Peer to Peer Support Worker
MIFWA
03.2019 - 01.2020
Child Protection
Intentional Storytelling: Introduction to Disclosure in Peer Work - CoMHWA
Foundations of Peer Work
Bachelor in Education - Education
Curtin University
Associate Diploma in Social Science - Early Childhood Education
South Metropolitan TAFE
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