Nayna Mistry
Brisbane,Qld
Summary
Offers extensive knowledge of child development and education. Skilled in creating and managing programs to create safe, secure and nurturing environment for children. Experienced in successful staff management and program development.
Special Education Room Leader equipped with positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs. Extensive experience delivering therapy and implementing IEPs to a number of students. Developing fun and engaging learning environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Room Leader
AEIOU Foundation for children with Autism
01.2020 - Current
- Duties as below for a Room Leader position with over 20 years of experience.
Service Manager
AEIOU Foundation for children with Autism
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Help to set up a 4-classroom centre for young children
- Enrol children and employ teachers and educators to run the classrooms
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Recruited, selected, and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
- Supervised and managed team of childcare professionals to guarantee highest standards of care.
- Communicated with local and state government agencies to maintain compliance with all regulations.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Established strong relationships with parents through open communication and regular updates on child progress.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant licensing requirements by maintaining detailed documentation and submitting timely reports as necessary.
- Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behaviour and reported findings to parents.
- Maintained accurate records of child attendance, medical information, and emergency contacts in compliance with state regulations.
- Mentored team members to foster professional growth and enhance overall staff performance.
- Created inclusive environments that respected diversity in culture, language, ability level, and learning style.
- Conducted regular safety audits, ensuring secure environments for children and staff alike.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Streamlined administrative processes through adoption of new software systems, enhancing efficiency across organizations.
- Developed staff training programs for effective team collaboration and increased service excellence.
- Furnished facility with supplies, equipment, food and materials to foster social and cognitive development.
- Managed budget allocation, ensuring optimal resource utilization for facility maintenance and improvement initiatives.
- Coordinated special events and field trips that enriched children's learning experiences outside classroom settings.
- Developed relationships with community organizations to provide additional resources and services to families.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills, and professional development to optimize learning environment.
- Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
Room Leader
AEIOU Foundation for Children with Autism
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Lead the team of educators to deliver a comprehensive and individualized program for the children
- Incorporate parental specified requests and childcare needs
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Understand the ABA principles and implementation
- Understand and use PECS and other communicative devices
- Practice DTT teaching and taking data collection
- Undertake and implement the requirements of quality assurance
- Create healthy, safe, and secure environment for all children
- Promoted positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Implemented behaviour modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Provided life skills programming for students with moderate to severe autism.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
Lead Educator -Early Intervention
AEIOU Foundation For Children With Autism
02.2010 - 01.2016
- Record and implement Discreet Trial Teaching
- Adapted teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learners, differentiating instruction based on individual student needs and abilities.
- Understand the ABA principles and implementation
- Understand and use PECS and other communicative devices
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with latest educational research and best practices, translating findings into actionable improvements for the classroom.
- Managed classroom effectively to maximize instructional time, ensuring an optimal learning environment for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Trained and supervised new educators to apply best teaching practices and comply with protocols.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Childcare Lead Educator
Compton Road Childcare Centre
01.2009 - 01.2010
- I was asked to return to Group Leader position working with 4-year-old children
- In this role i supported the Director in daily running of the Centre.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to establish nurturing environment that promoted physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans tailored to individual learning needs, boosting overall comprehension and success.
- Managed classroom materials effectively, ensuring organization and accessibility for both students and staff members alike.
- Established strong relationships with families, creating open dialogue about their child's progress and needs within programs.
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Compton Road Childcare Centre
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Responsibilities as assistant included -
- Helping Group Leader implement programs, evaluate daily and adjust
- Support interactions with children and behavior plans
- Establish honest relationships with parents and colleagues
- Maintain clean, healthy and safe environment
- Work within guidelines of all policies and procedures.
- Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
Childcare Lead Educator
Pine Mountain Road Childcare And Nursery
01.2008 - 10.2008
- Collaborated with fellow educators to establish a nurturing environment that promoted physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in childcare education.
- Managed classroom materials effectively, ensuring organization and accessibility for both students and staff members alike.
- Enhanced children's social skills by organizing group activities and fostering positive interactions.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
Childcare Lead Educator
Compton Road Childcare
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Incorporate parental specified requests and childcare needs
- Collaborated with fellow educators to establish nurturing environment that promoted physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans tailored to individual learning needs, boosting overall comprehension and success.
- Managed classroom materials effectively, ensuring organization and accessibility for both students and staff members alike.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's development, addressing concerns and celebrating milestones together.
Special Education Support Person.
Compton Road Childcare Centre
01.2003 - 12.2005
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Special Needs Support Person
Koala Kids Childcare
01.2002 - 01.2003
- One on one worked with several different children to develop social skills and learning
- Using PECS and other communicative devices.
- Supported the emotional well-being of autistic students by creating a nurturing, patient, and empathetic learning environment.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in autism education and intervention techniques.
Education
Education
Australian Professional Training Institute Pty Ltd
12.2007
TAFE Senior College
12.2002
Manchester Polytechnic
12.1990
High School
Grange Upper School
12.1988
Skills
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Child development expertise
- Positive Reinforcement
- Curriculum Planning
- Special Needs Support
- Early Childhood Education
- Classroom Organization/Management
- Professionalism and Strong Work Ethics
- Documentation And Reporting
Valid Blue Card
True
Valid Working With Disabilities Card
True
Full First Aid Certificate
True
References
- Joanne Stephens, Senior Speech Pathologist, Joannestephen@gmail.com, 0405 609 664
- Anpa Thiru, Director at Powerminds Pty Ltd, powermindsau@gmail.com, 0431 398 540
Timeline
Room Leader
AEIOU Foundation for children with Autism
01.2020 - Current
Service Manager
AEIOU Foundation for children with Autism
01.2018 - 01.2020
Room Leader
AEIOU Foundation for Children with Autism
01.2016 - 01.2018
Lead Educator -Early Intervention
AEIOU Foundation For Children With Autism
02.2010 - 01.2016
Childcare Lead Educator
Compton Road Childcare Centre
01.2009 - 01.2010
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Compton Road Childcare Centre
01.2008 - 01.2009
Childcare Lead Educator
Pine Mountain Road Childcare And Nursery
01.2008 - 10.2008
Childcare Lead Educator
Compton Road Childcare
01.2005 - 01.2008
Special Education Support Person.
Compton Road Childcare Centre
01.2003 - 12.2005
Special Needs Support Person
Koala Kids Childcare
01.2002 - 01.2003
Education
Australian Professional Training Institute Pty Ltd
TAFE Senior College
Manchester Polytechnic
High School
Grange Upper School
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