Natasha Chandler (Stewart)
Saint Arnaud,VIC
Summary
Caring and motivated Early Childhood Educator, with hands on experience, supporting ages 1 through 12. I have outstanding experience and enthusiasm for teaching students vital skills for development and future success.
Promoting academic, behavioral and personal growth. Successful in building strong teacher-student relationships using upbeat attitude, patience and personable communication. Effective in working diligently to meet project deadlines on time. Adaptable in coordinating with peers on team projects as well as working independently to achieve goals.
I am energetically myself, with a passion for Children's Education that I find reward in.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
Village Early Learning
Bendigo, VIC
07.2024 - Current
- Planned play based activities aligned with curriculum
- Developed age appropriate activities to encourage physical, social and intellectual development of children.
- Organized indoor and outdoor playtime activities to promote physical and mental development of children.
- Provided a safe and stimulating learning environment for young children.
- Observed child behavior and documented daily developmental notes
- Collaborated with educators on behavior support and lesson planning
- Supported and implemented new routines with care
- Communicated family updates and classroom information to parents
Multiple Positions
Ararat Fitness Centre
Ararat, VIC
02.2021 - 12.2023
- Instructed children ages 1-12 in swimming, promoting water safety and confidence through engaging lessons.
- Performed rescue techniques and provided emergency care
- Led interactive play sessions for children, fostering teamwork and creativity.
- constructed play obstacles and athletic games for an after school based program in our facility
- lifeguard duties
- Coordinated office operations and provided administrative support to enhance leadership efficiency.
- Managed calendars, meetings, and travel arrangements for employer staff.
- Managed inventory by tracking supplies and ordering materials to ensure readiness for operational needs.
- Started a cert 3 Fitness Traineeship
Education
Early Childhood Education
Practical Outcomes
12-2025
Learn To Swim Instructor Certificate
AUSSWIM
04-2021
Skills
- Classroom management
- Behavior support
- Early childhood education
- Children's literature
- Active listening
- CPR/First Aid certified
- Food Handler
- Lesson planning/organizing
- Technology skills
- Work exceptionally in a team or individually
- Strong leadership skills
- Teaching aids utilization
Certification
- First aid/CPR
- Behavioral management PD
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
Village Early Learning
07.2024 - Current
Multiple Positions
Ararat Fitness Centre
02.2021 - 12.2023
Early Childhood Education
Practical Outcomes
Learn To Swim Instructor Certificate
AUSSWIM