Nicole Ehrlich
Kuluin QLD
Summary
Creative Educator offering 23 years of experience developing and implementing EYLF curriculum. Hardworking and energetic individual with excellent communication and supervisory skills. Experienced educator with strong background in curriculum development, centre management, classroom management, and student engagement. Skilled in fostering team collaboration and team building. Adaptable and reliable, consistently delivering results while meeting evolving educational needs. Highly valued for leadership capabilities and ability to inspire both students and staff.
Utilizes collaborative strategies to build effective educational teams and improve performance. Track record of enhancing learning environments through innovative teaching methods and strategic planning.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Educator, Ass Director, Educational Leader
Mt Coolum Day Care Centre
10.2006 - Current
- Developed engaging curriculum materials, resulting in increased student interest and understanding of subject matter.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with latest educational research and best practices, translating findings into actionable improvements for the classroom.
- Served as a mentor for new educators, sharing best practices and providing guidance on classroom management techniques.
- Established strong rapport with parents through consistent communication, supporting their involvement in the educational process and addressing concerns promptly.
- Managed classroom effectively to maximize instructional time, ensuring an optimal learning environment for all students.
- Adapted teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learners, differentiating instruction based on individual student needs and abilities.
- Promoted a culture of collaboration among staff members by actively participating in team meetings and contributing constructive ideas for improving teaching practices across all levels.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Met regularly with team of Educators to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
- Assisted manager in all aspects of business operations.
- Safeguarded sensitive information through proper documentation handling, data entry, and record maintenance procedures.
- Leaded team through 2 ANR's as Educational Leader/Ass Director.
- creating and implementing OH & S Check list and Procedures
- Creating and implementing ELF Programming
Educator, Lead Educator
ABC Maroochydore
07.2003 - 02.2006
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
- Facilitated positive learning environment, establishing clear expectations and supportive classroom culture.
- Created engaging and informative lesson plans to cover required curriculum standards.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
- Developed engaging curriculum materials, resulting in increased student interest and understanding of subject matter.
Education
Diploma Of Children's Services - Early Childhood Care And Education
Diversity Education
Sunshine Coast, QLD12-2014
Skills
- People person
- Strategic planning
- Working as a team
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving
- Creative
- Active listening
- Child development
- Group and individual instruction
- Rostering
- Peer mentoring
- Program development
- Empathy and patience
- Flexibility and adaptability
Certification
- Fire Safety Training -06 Feb 2025
- First Aid Certificate- 07 Feb 2025
- CPR Certificate- 07 Feb 2025
- Epilepsy Training- 18 July 2023
- Food Safety Training- 05 July 2025
- Blue Card - 05 November 2026
Timeline
Lead Educator, Ass Director, Educational Leader
Mt Coolum Day Care Centre
10.2006 - Current
Educator, Lead Educator
ABC Maroochydore
07.2003 - 02.2006
Diploma Of Children's Services - Early Childhood Care And Education
Diversity Education
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