Michelle Grocock
Summary
Enthusiastic and passionate educator with a solid understanding of the EYLF and early childhood development. Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and connects with children and families from diverse backgrounds. Experienced in developing engaging programs and Individual Learning Plans to assess and measure children's individual learning journeys.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Educator
Goodstart Early Learning Drouin
09.2018 - Current
- Worked within the guidelines of ACECQA and the EYLF.
- Demonstrated confidentiality between children, families and fellow educators
- Adhered to the centres polices and procedures
- Prioritised the physical and mental safety and wellbeing of all children
- Promoted and encouraged behavioural expectations to optimize the learning environment
- Performed daily housekeeping tasks to ensure the environment was clean and organized
- Contributed to a culturally safe space for all children
- Facilitated child-led, inquiry-based activities in room to enhance learning experience.
- Worked with other educators and ECT's to create comprehensive Individual Learning Plans to optimize children's education.
- Communicated openly and honestly with families to provide feedback and discuss child's progress.
- Developed and implemented room routines to address each child's varying needs.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environments for all children
- Developed age and stage appropriate programs to stimulate learning across all developmental areas.
Educator - Kindergarten Assistant
YMCA
02.2018 - 12.2018
- Worked within the guidelines if the EYLF and ACECQA
- Followed policies and procedures
- Maintained children's safety through effective, active supervision
- Collaborated with ECT to implement and contribute to the program.
- Performed daily housekeeping tasks to ensure the smooth running of the service
- Provide daily feedback and support to families
Education
Diploma - 'Early Childhood Education And Care;
Education Institute
Melbourne, VIC10.2016
Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to forge genuine connections with children and families
- Honest, reliable and highly motivated
- Passionate and dedicated to providing the highest level of care and education to all children
- Am able to work collaboratively or alone
- Possess a good understanding of the EYLF and childhood development
- Patient, empathetic and compassionate
- Dynamic and animated
- Happy and positive with a good sense of humour
Certification
- Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
- Level 2 First Aid (October 2023)
- Victorian Working With Children's Check
Professional References.
Keryn Cunningham: AGL/Diploma Educator
zigbell@dcsi.net.au 0419 878 204
Jenn Ramiraz: ECT
jenn.m.ram@gmail.com 0406 687 474
Timeline
Senior Educator
Goodstart Early Learning Drouin
09.2018 - Current
Educator - Kindergarten Assistant
YMCA
02.2018 - 12.2018
Diploma - 'Early Childhood Education And Care;
Education Institute
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