Naomi Woodstock
Williamstown,SA
Summary
Experienced consultant, educator, and business operations manager with a strong track record of leading compliance, quality improvement, and service implementation projects across diverse sectors. Proven ability to establish services from inception through to full regulatory compliance and operational delivery. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, cross-functional team leadership, and the development and implementation of robust quality assurance and risk management systems. Experienced in HR, WHS, and governance oversight within complex regulatory environments, with an understanding of public sector accountability and continuous improvement practices. Highly adaptable, with demonstrated success navigating and aligning with varied legislative and industry-specific frameworks, including education, construction, and healthcare standards.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Casual Relief Teacher and 0.4 FTE Contract
Trinity College North (Evanston South), Immanuel College Gawler
07.2024 - Current
- Rapidly assimilated into school operations, demonstrating adaptability to established administrative processes, behaviour management frameworks, whole-school curriculum programs, and daily routines.
- Swiftly created relationships with other staff: administrative, teaching, support and leadership. Build a rapport with students and their families.
- Provided instructional support to students with special needs through differentiated instruction and accommodations tailored to their unique requirements.
- Enhanced student comprehension by employing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Reported comprehensive reflections to the teacher on individual lessons or the whole day, depending on relief timetable.
- During 0.4 FTE short contract at Trinity College North, contributed to curriculum development initiatives, ensuring alignment with state standards and relevance to modern contexts.
- Developed a positive classroom environment, fostering collaboration and respect among students.
Early Years Consultant – Casual (self-employed)
NW Consultancy
01.2023 - Current
- Led end-to-end regulatory application processes for new Early Learning Centres, including National Law Provider and Service Approvals through NQA-IT, ACECQA, and the Education Standards Board (ESB).
- Guided principals and business managers through compliance obligations under the National Quality Framework, National Law, and National Regulations.
- Sourced and customised full policy suites to meet legislative requirements and support successful service approval submissions.
- Liaised with ESB, managed legal and structural documentation for People with Management and Control (PMC), and supported interview preparation.
- Coordinated Child Care Subsidy (CCS) registration steps with business managers and new directors.
- Participated in recruitment for Director roles, including interview panel support and reference checks.
- Provided detailed handovers to new directors, outlining policy compliance updates and operational requirements.
- Sought-after for ongoing consultancy by additional schools to support future ELC establishment and compliance initiatives.
Business Manager, Bookkeeper, Administration, HR, WH&S Officer
DC Plumbers and Gas Fitters (own business)
01.2017 - Current
- Oversee comprehensive financial operations, including payroll administration, PAYG, superannuation, budgeting, BAS preparation, and liaison with financial institutions for loan and tax matters.
- Manage quoting, invoicing, and accounts receivable across residential and commercial contracts, including liaison with large-scale building companies.
- Lead the implementation and optimisation of digital platforms for accounting, job scheduling, and secure document sharing to improve operational efficiency.
- Coordinate end-to-end human resources functions, including recruitment, contract preparation, apprenticeship management, and government rebate processes.
- Maintain and annually review Work Health and Safety (WHS) policies, procedures, and staff handbooks in accordance with industry regulations.
- Schedule mandatory inspections and issue Certificates of Compliance to meet regulatory obligations across construction projects.
- Represent the business in stakeholder meetings, fostering relationships with clients, contractors, service authorities, and training providers.
ELC Kindy Teacher – Part Time Permanent (0.8FTE)
Redeemer Lutheran School
01.2021 - 01.2022
- I was one of two Early Years Teachers for the Kindergarten Program.
- Plan and prepare motivating and engaging learning experiences as part of an EY team that offered interesting open ended play provocations.
- Create flexible planners that were transparent with families that showed clear links with the EYLF.
- Reflect daily on the day-to-day program and weekly to show more critical reflections on the operational running of the centre, staffing etc
- Work closely with parents to have an open line of communication sharing the developments of their child through Storypark learning stories and weekly reflections.
- Attend and participate in daily teaching staff reflection meetings and whole staff termly meetings.
- Organise and run information sessions for parents.
- Report on student’s developments through parent/teacher interviews twice over the year and written reflections on their child’s learning as part of regular stories and midyear/end of year summaries.
- Form strong relationships with the children based on promoting independence and supporting them, when necessary, with coregulation practices.
- Management role for review and reflection of centre policies, to ensure inclusion of current industry standards and regulations. These were then shared with staff and families to allow a voice and consultation.
- Attend professional development training.
Teacher /Director – (1.0 FT) Permanent
Redeemer Lutheran School
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Led the end-to-end establishment of a new Early Learning Centre, including vision-setting, curriculum design, staffing, and operational setup.
- Collaborated with the principal to develop the centre’s philosophy, guide pedagogical decisions, and inform building completion and nature play design.
- Developed curriculum frameworks integrating EYLF, IB PYP, and Lutheran Studies; created transition and community engagement programs including a school readiness pathway and playgroup.
- Managed budgets for resourcing, procured furnishings and learning materials, and secured community donations.
- Authored all policy and administrative documentation to meet ACECQA and regulatory requirements.
- Led recruitment processes, developed staff rosters, and supported cohesive team formation.
- Co-developed the Quality Improvement Plan to evaluate performance against the National Quality Standard and drive continuous improvement.
Teacher - Part Time Contract (2 Days a Week)
Navigator College
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Designed and delivered engaging, curriculum-aligned learning experiences to meet Australian National Curriculum and International Baccalaureate (IB) standards across middle school year levels.
- Collaborated with year-level and faculty teams to plan termly and annual programs aligned with school-wide goals.
- Utilised ManageBac for outcome-based assessment, student reporting, and real-time progress tracking; conducted biannual parent-teacher interviews.
- Fostered strong, respectful student relationships through consistent behaviour management grounded in clear expectations and logical consequences.
- Actively participated in faculty, sub-school, and whole-school meetings, and engaged in ongoing professional development.
Teacher - Part Time Contract (0.2 FTE)
Navigator College
01.2014 - 08.2014
- Designed and delivered engaging learning experiences aligned with TAFE SA competency standards for VET students in early childhood education.
- Organised practical placements and observational opportunities to support applied learning and industry exposure.
- Assessed written and practical competencies in accordance with TAFE SA assessment frameworks.
- Coordinated and facilitated a weekly playgroup for children aged 0–5, including planning age-appropriate activities and ensuring a safe, stimulating environment.
- Managed a $5,000 grant budget to procure educational resources and playgroup equipment, ensuring cost-effective and developmentally appropriate outcomes.
Teacher – Full time Permanent
Navigator College
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Delivered engaging, curriculum-aligned instruction to Reception–Year 3 students, meeting both Australian National Curriculum and IB Primary Years Programme requirements.
- Collaborated with year-level teams to plan cohesive learning programs and termly assessments.
- Maintained strong parent partnerships through regular communication, formal reporting, and parent information sessions.
- Utilised outcome-based assessments and conducted biannual parent-teacher interviews to track student progress.
- Fostered respectful, well-managed classrooms through clear expectations and consistent behaviour support.
- Participated in whole-school and sub-school meetings and completed EQUIP accreditation as part of Lutheran Education requirements.
Education
Bachelor - Early Childhood Education
University of South Australia
01.2008
Community Services
TAFE SA
SA01-2014
Certificate 4 - Training and Assessment
Livingston Insitiute of Vocational Training
07-2014
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Project management
- Excellent communication
- Multitasking Abilities
- Team leadership
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem resolution
- Professionalism
- Stakeholder relations
- Adaptable to new challenges
- Self motivated
- Committed to enhancing professional knowledge
Certification
- Teachers Registration: Registration No. 597831 Expiry 2029-01-31
- Mandatory Notification: Responding to abuse and neglect update: completed 2024.
- Basic Emergency Life support: HLTAID011 Provide First Aid: completed 02/2024. HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation completed 12/2024.
- NDIS Worker Clearance: NDISWC National ID: 69950944. SA Application number: AP1789887. Commencement date 23/3/2024-23/1/2029
- Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check - dated 16/1/2024. Reference number: 8802488-4629264
- Working with Children Check - issued 8/07/2024. Reference: 12119878. Unique ID: SRN 0018-8159
Other Relevant Information
My career has included periods of part-time work and professional pause to support family growth and manage a family business. During this time, I developed a diverse and transferable skill set, which has broadened my professional perspective and strengthened my adaptability. I am now seeking new challenges to apply this experience in a dynamic and impactful role.
Timeline
Casual Relief Teacher and 0.4 FTE Contract
Trinity College North (Evanston South), Immanuel College Gawler
07.2024 - Current
Early Years Consultant – Casual (self-employed)
NW Consultancy
01.2023 - Current
ELC Kindy Teacher – Part Time Permanent (0.8FTE)
Redeemer Lutheran School
01.2021 - 01.2022
Business Manager, Bookkeeper, Administration, HR, WH&S Officer
DC Plumbers and Gas Fitters (own business)
01.2017 - Current
Teacher /Director – (1.0 FT) Permanent
Redeemer Lutheran School
01.2016 - 01.2017
Teacher - Part Time Contract (2 Days a Week)
Navigator College
01.2015 - 12.2015
Teacher - Part Time Contract (0.2 FTE)
Navigator College
01.2014 - 08.2014
Teacher – Full time Permanent
Navigator College
01.2009 - 01.2013
Bachelor - Early Childhood Education
University of South Australia
Community Services
TAFE SA
Certificate 4 - Training and Assessment
Livingston Insitiute of Vocational Training
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