Mikayla Appleton
Perth,WA
Summary
Personable and compassionate individual with passion for nurturing young minds. Knowledge of child development principles and ability to create engaging, age-appropriate activities. Aiming to foster positive learning environment that encourages growth and creativity.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Creche Assistant
Parky Care
Perth, WA
04.2021 - Current
- Supervised children of various ages on playground and field trips.
- Collaborated with fellow volunteers to create a positive atmosphere for children, fostering strong relationships among peers.
- Assisted children in daily activities, fostering a nurturing environment for learning and development
- Managed conflicts among children, facilitating peaceful resolutions and promoting empathy.
- Reinforced a sense of community within the childcare setting by promoting shared responsibility and mutual respect among children and staff members.
- Promoted healthy habits by encouraging physical activity and teaching proper hygiene practices.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Volunteer
Toddler Jam
Parkerville, WA
11.2023 - Current
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Actively participated in staff meetings, contributing ideas for process improvement and program development strategies.
- Collaborated with fellow volunteers to create a positive atmosphere for children, fostering strong relationships among peers.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
Volunteer
Girls Brigade
Mundaring, WA
02.2023 - Current
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Served as positive role model, promoting healthy interpersonal behaviours.
- Collaborated with fellow volunteers to create a positive atmosphere for children, fostering strong relationships among peers.
- Boosted creativity through hands-on art projects that allowed children to express themselves freely while developing fine motor skills.
- Complied with strict safety and organizational regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Watched and redirected inappropriate student behaviour.
- Supported children with aditional needs, adapting activities to accommodate their individual abilities.
- Assisted in developing age-appropriate lesson plans, incorporating play-based learning strategies.
Events Crew
Perth Hills Events
Perth, WA
09.2023 - 12.2025
- Maintained a clean and organized event environment, promoting a positive experience for all attendees.
- Resolved attendee complaints professionally, maintaining high levels of satisfaction among event participants.
- Maintained punctuality and professionalism throughout each shift, reflecting positively on the entire event crew team.
- Facilitated effective communication between staff members using two-way radios or other devices during events.
- Set up event facilities and equipment, cleaned areas, and organized supplies.
- Performed post-event tasks such as breaking down areas, removing trash, and cleaning facilities.
- Built and established positive relationships with patrons, team members and supervisors.
Shop Assistant
Sticky Fingers Candy Store
Mundaring, WA
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted customers in selecting products, enhancing shopping experience and satisfaction.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring product availability and organized displays.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems, maintaining cash register integrity.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain store cleanliness and safety standards.
- Maintained a clean and organized shop floor, optimizing space for ease of customer navigation.
- Checked incoming orders and organized new stock.
- Greeted customers entering store and offered assistance with requirements.
Education
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education And Care
North Metropolitan TAFE
Perth, WA06-2026
Certificate III - Education Support
North Metropolitan TAFE
Leederville, WA10-2023
WACE -
Mundaring Christian College
Mundaring, WA10-2023
Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- First Aid Training
- Creativity and Innovation
- Safety Monitoring
Accomplishments
- Completed my Duke of Edinburgh bronze award.
- Awarded my Pioneer Pin through Girls Brigade (The Pioneer Pin is the highest Australian Award awarded at National level.)
- Completed 3 leadership training courses through Girls Brigade
Certification
- Certificate 3 School Based Education Support
- HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation Training - 19-Oct-23
- HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support Training - 19-Oct-23
- HLTAID011 Provide first aid Training - 19-Oct-23
- HLTAID012 Provide first aid in an education and care setting Training - 19-Oct-23
- ASCIA anaphylaxis e-Training - 24/March/2025
- Asthma First Aid For Schools, ASTHMA AUSTRALIA - 17-03-2025
- Work Safe Smart Move, WorkSafe Western Australia - 12/03/2025
- I'M ALERT Food Safety Training - 20/10/2025
- Safe Sleep eLearning, Red Nose Australia - 25/02/2026
- FOUNDATIONS OF CHILD SAFETY Training - 18/03/2026
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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