Natalie Rich
Armidale,NSW
Summary
Highly motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Leader
St. Peter's Preschool Pty Ltd
06.2015 - Current
- Design innovative meeting and professional development plans that cater to diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Mentor new teachers and educators, providing support throughout their first year of educating and beyond.
- Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current regarding research-based approaches to educational leadership.
- Organise events such as parent information nights to engage families in the educational process.
- Lead professional development workshops for colleagues on topics such as early childhood theory, inclusive practice and risky play in early childhood environments.
- Evaluate programs and monitor implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
- Collaborate with fellow teachers and educators to create an holistic learning approach, enriching the overall curriculum.
Early Childhood Educator
St. Peter's Preschool Pty Ltd
08.2013 - Current
- Enhance children's learning using a play based approach.
- Support children with additional needs, creating customised learning strategies to enable the inclusion of various abilities.
- Develop systems to measure children's progress effectively and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Cultivate a safe and inclusive learning environment that fosters respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among children, educators and families.
- Utilise research-based approaches to promote critical thinking skills in young learners.
- Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development.
- Increase early numeracy proficiency by integrating math concepts into daily routines and playtime activities.
- Establish ongoing professional development goals, participating in workshops and conferences to stay current on emerging research in early childhood education.
- Maintain and foster positive and constructive partnerships with staff, families, and children.
- Enhances sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
- Incorporate music, art and literature into curriculum.
Support Worker
Boongaiai Preschool
06.2012 - 03.2014
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualised learning plans for each child.
- Established trusting relationships with children and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Developed strong rapport with children and families by consistently demonstrating respect, understanding, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Supported children to manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
Preschool Teacher's Aide
Presbyterian Ladies College
04.2005 - 10.2007
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Engaged children through recreational and educational activities.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
Teacher of Gifted & Talented Program
Presbyterian Ladies College
09.2000 - 06.2002
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Collaborated with other teachers to apply play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Evaluated student performance regularly through observation, assessment tools, and parent-teacher conferences.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning needs within the classroom.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialised tools and resources tailored to the needs of gifted and talented students.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, or letters and incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
School Aged Childcare Worker
Presbyterian Ladies College
07.1999 - 06.2002
- Enhanced children''s social skills by implementing group activities and fostering positive interactions among peers.
- Improved children''s emotional well-being by providing a nurturing environment and addressing individual needs.
- Supported school-aged children with homework assignments, ensuring comprehension and completion.
- Maintained a safe and secure environment for children, conducting regular safety checks of facilities and equipment.
- Managed daily routines including afternoon tea, outdoor playtime, and pick-up procedures to ensure smooth operations.
- Organised field trips to local attractions or educational experiences for enhanced learning opportunities outside the classroom setting.
- Implemented behaviour guidance techniques consistently across all students while maintaining a respectful approach that supported child growth in self-regulation skills.
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimise time away from children.
Nanny
Private Employment
05.1993 - 12.1998
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
- Enhanced children''s cognitive development by implementing engaging educational activities.
- Promoted healthy eating habits for improved nutrition, preparing nutritious meals and snacks daily.
- Fostered strong relationships with families, prioritizing open communication and trust building.
- Boosted language acquisition skills through interactive storytelling and reading sessions.
- Provided transportation to extracurricular activities, promoting socialization opportunities outside of the home setting.
- Maintained household cleanliness through light housekeeping tasks, contributing to a well-organized living space for the entire family.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
- Collaborated with parents on developmental milestones, sharing observations and discussing strategies for continued progress.
Education
Bachelor Of Education (Early Childhood Education) - Early Childhood Education
University of New England
Armidale, NSW12.2024
Diploma of Children's Services (ECE And Care) - Early Childhood Education
TAFE NSW
Armidale, NSW12.2013
Certificate II - Child Care
My Little Friend School of Childcare
Sydney, NSW05.1993
Skills
- Strong Understanding of the EYLF Principles and Practices
- Strong Interest in Developing Training Materials
- Professional Work Ethic
- Interpersonal Skills
- Commitment to Ongoing Professional Development
- Emotional Intelligence
- Attention to Detail
- Diversity Awareness
- Videoconferencing Expertise
- Presentation Skills
Affiliations
- Early Childhood Australia
- Community Early Learning Australia
Certification
- Educational Leadership courses - Gowrie NSW, Semann & Slattery, CELA and KG Learning (2017 - 2023)
- Understanding Traumatised Children's Behaviour - Interplay Australia (2023)
- Aggression and Autism - Parental Stress Centre (2023)
- Key Word Signing - Merilyn Ward, PEDAL, Armidale (2017 & 2022)
- Documentation with Children - Gowrie, Semann & Slattery, Niki Buchan Natural Learning (2018 - 2023)
- So.... The Learning Frameworks have been updated - What now? - Semann & Slattery (2023)
- Unpacking Self-Assessment and Quality Improvement - CELA (2023)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Educational Leader
St. Peter's Preschool Pty Ltd
06.2015 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
St. Peter's Preschool Pty Ltd
08.2013 - Current
Support Worker
Boongaiai Preschool
06.2012 - 03.2014
Preschool Teacher's Aide
Presbyterian Ladies College
04.2005 - 10.2007
Teacher of Gifted & Talented Program
Presbyterian Ladies College
09.2000 - 06.2002
School Aged Childcare Worker
Presbyterian Ladies College
07.1999 - 06.2002
Nanny
Private Employment
05.1993 - 12.1998
Bachelor Of Education (Early Childhood Education) - Early Childhood Education
University of New England
Diploma of Children's Services (ECE And Care) - Early Childhood Education
TAFE NSW
Certificate II - Child Care
My Little Friend School of Childcare
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