Michelle Valdez-manthey
Yarrabilba
Summary
My Passion is working with Children , which I have been lucky enough to do for the last 26 years. I am an organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities. I am an experienced leader that is supportive, approachable and treat everyone as an equal.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator / Responsible Person / ISS
PCYC Queensland
11.2023 - Current
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best environment for children.
- Stepped up as relief service manager and Ed Leader multiple times.
- Organise rosters, daily programmes, vacation care, medical management.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Established strong relationships with parents and the school through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Developed and implemented engaging programming service for 70 children
- Created and implemented Logan Village Prep programme
- Attend school events and P&C meetings
- Reduced behavioural issues by establishing clear expectations and consistent consequences for actions.
- Facilitated personal growth by providing constructive feedback on goals and performance improvement areas.
- Provided key emotional support to children and families.
- Contributed to development of individualized plans to support children's goal achievements.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
ISS Educator
Goodstart Early Learning Centre
03.2022 - 11.2023
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
- Coordinated with special education staff to ensure accommodations were effectively implemented for students with IEPs.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Support Worker
Progressive Care
02.2021 - 01.2023
- Established a positive rapport with participants by maintaining open lines of communication and actively listening to their concerns.
- Managed crisis interventions when required by assessing risks while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams.
- Enhanced youth development by implementing engaging and interactive activities tailored to individual needs.
- Reduced behavioural issues by establishing clear expectations and consistent consequences for actions.
- Empowered youth by fostering a sense of self-worth and confidence, ultimately equipping them for future success.
- Promoted a safe and welcoming environment, leading to increased participation in programs and services.
2IC Online
Woolworth's Group
12.2020 - 09.2022
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting teamwork, open communication channels, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Enhanced team performance with comprehensive training programs, skill development workshops, and continuous feedback.
- Improved team productivity by streamlining daily operations and implementing efficient processes.
- Assisted in employee appraisals, promotions and terminations based on performance reviews.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
Education
Certificate III in Children's Services - Diploma of School Age Education And Care
Traxtion Training
Brisbane, QLD2024
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Calm under pressure
- Active listening
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Positive reinforcement
- Conflict resolution
- Parent interaction
- Cultural awareness
- Organizational skills
- Calm under pressure
- Active listening
Timeline
Educator / Responsible Person / ISS
PCYC Queensland
11.2023 - Current
ISS Educator
Goodstart Early Learning Centre
03.2022 - 11.2023
Support Worker
Progressive Care
02.2021 - 01.2023
2IC Online
Woolworth's Group
12.2020 - 09.2022
Certificate III in Children's Services - Diploma of School Age Education And Care
Traxtion Training
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