Michelle Maschio
Ascot Vale
Summary
Dedicated Early Childhood Coordinator with expertise in family engagement, community partnerships, and staff management. Proven ability to foster parental involvement and build organisational networks that enhance support for families. With 35 years experience in the Early Childhood, sector, I am still passionate about best outcomes for the children and families I work with each day.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Coordinator
Lady Huntingfield Early Learning & Family Services Centre City of Melbourne
04.2012 - Current
- Manage and mentor staff on best practices in the early childhood sector.
- Maintain compliance up to date regulations, policies/AWOW and child safety guidelines.
- Collaborate with parents/guardians to empower them as the primary teacher, strengthening family engagement.
- Facilitate partnerships with local organisations to enhance supports and resources for families.
- Create meaningful partnerships between our local schools, early childhood sector, local library and other community groups including Family/ Parenting Services at COM to assist families in need.
- Advocate for families by coordinating referrals and attending care team meetings
- Provide leadership and guidance to staff, Professional Development Plans, and daily operational support.
Qualified Early Childhood Educator
North Melbourne Children Centre City of Melbourne
09.2001 - 03.2012
- Planned and delivered inclusive programs from 0-5 year old children with diverse learning and behavioral needs.
- Worked collaboratively with families, therapists and support agencies to implement developmental goals.
- Establish inclusive environments celebrating diversity and encouraging active participation.
- Fostered supportive learning atmosphere across all COM centres, enhancing early childhood education experience.
Education
CERT IV in Child, Youth And Family -
Victorian Institute of Technology
Footscray, VIC12-1998
Associate Diploma of Social Science in Child Care - Early Childhood Education And Care
Gordon Technical College
Geelong, VIC12-1991
AEL
Trauma Informed Practices
Alannah And Madeline FoundationCurrent First Aid And CPR
Skills
- Family engagement
- Community partnerships
- Parental involvement
- Child Safety compliance
- Staff management
- Organisational networking
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Collaboration
- Advocacy skills
- Active listening
- Customer service
- Dependable and responsible
- Self-Directed
Timeline
Early Childhood Coordinator
Lady Huntingfield Early Learning & Family Services Centre City of Melbourne
04.2012 - Current
Qualified Early Childhood Educator
North Melbourne Children Centre City of Melbourne
09.2001 - 03.2012
CERT IV in Child, Youth And Family -
Victorian Institute of Technology
Associate Diploma of Social Science in Child Care - Early Childhood Education And Care
Gordon Technical College
AEL
Trauma Informed Practices
Current First Aid And CPR