Experienced Teacher with background in fostering strong learning environments and implementing innovative educational strategies. Strengths lie in designing learning provocations, utilising environment as third teacher, intentional teaching strategies and supporting co-educators. Passionate about working with young children to support their learning and development.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher/Director
C&K Crescent Lagoon Community Kindergarten
ROCKHAMPTON, Qld
01.2012 - Current
Teacher Role
Providing a play-based learning program in a community based kindergarten.
Developing strong, meaningful relationships with children, families, and communities, ensuring a supportive and engaging environment for all.
Documentation practices using various platforms, including Storypark, CTLJ, Critical Reflection, Jottings of a Child, Continua of Learning and Transition Statements.
Supporting educators/co-workers day to day practice - Utilising Storypark for documentation, intentional teaching practices.
Communication practices with families using a variety of strategies; face to face, Storypark and Newsletters.
Attendance at PD for continued Improvement of Practice.
Director Role
Nominated Supervisor and Educational Leader at service.
Oversee the daily operations of the centre, ensuring compliance that aligns with C&K Policies and Procedures, and NQF guidelines.
Implementation of Quality Improvement Plan, Philosophy and supporting staff with self-assessment tools.
Enrolment processes with creation of Family Manuals, implementation of individual and group play sessoins/ meetings.
Administrative tasks with use of Kidsoft and Easy Employer.
Planning and preparing fundraising events.
Strategic Development through Quality Improvement Planning, development of Kindy Uplift Plan and implementation.
Kindergarten Teacher
Little Zebra Childcare Centre
Norman Gardens, QLD
06.2010 - 12.2011
Provide play-based learning program in a Long Daycare Setting.
Provided a safe learning environment where children could explore their creativity.
Use of planning tools and templates as set out by Centre.
Work within a large team of Educators.
Day to day communication with families.
Communication with Centre Director.
Family Day Care
Family Day Care Australia
Yeppoon, QLD
01.2008 - 12.2009
Provided safe and nurturing care for children in a private home setting.
Organized daily activities, including meals, play based learning, educational activities and rest periods.
Developed positive relationships with the children to build trust and confidence.
Managed timesheets, reporting to head office, risk assessment and compliance checklists.
Education
Bachelor of Learning Management (Early Childhood)
Central Queensland University
Rockhampton, QLD
11-2009
Skills
Passionate about play-based learning and pedagogy
Excellent time-management skills
Experienced Early Childhood Teacher in Kindergarten Setting
Interested in learning new practices and skills for improved practice
Certification
Queensland College of Teachers Registration
Exemption Card
First Aid/CPR
Professional Development Certificates on a variety of topics.