Nikita Bennett
Kilmore,Victoria
Summary
I am effective at working with little supervision to support various trade crews. Knowledgeable about maintaining clean work areas, and providing a safe and healthy workplace to work in. Computer-savvy and team-oriented with a positive and upbeat nature. I am a reliable and hard working employee and I offer willingness to learn in any capacity. I am a great team Leader experienced in directing activities of workgroups. Develops strategies, provides training, sets goals and obtains team feedback.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
OSHC Educator
Schools OUT
02.2023 - 12.2023
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best environment for children.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Met regularly with team of educators to discuss best practices and develop innovative strategies for the care of children.
- Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
- Developed and implemented useful behavior management strategies to instill discipline and compliance with conduct code.
Teacher’s Aide
Kilmore Primary School
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Greet students and parents in the morning
- Assist students to prepare for the day
- Assist the teacher to organise resources and equipment
- Prepare resources for students to use
- Organise, clean, and store equipment.
- Assisted teachers with supervision and care of group of up to 2 full classes of children.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks and group assignments.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Supervised students on field trips for safety and proper behavior in public settings.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
Babysitter
Personal Business
01.2015 - 01.2023
- Looking after children, helping with after school activities, cleaning
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
2017-2019 (SBAT), 2019-2021 (Educator), 2021-2022 (Leader of the service)
Kekeco Childcare and Kindergarten (OSHC and Early Childcare)
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Comply with all relevant legislation, early childhood regulations and all policies, procedures and work guidelines
- Maintain the health and safety of themselves and others at all times
- Support the induction process when required
- Source and convey accurate information in a timely manner
- Training and supervision of new staff
- Inductions for new families of the service
- Going out to different sites and training staff to help them with children with behavioral needs
- Prepare and cook nutritious meals
- Prepare meals and snacks in a timely manner that fits the service’s routines
- To work with the Nominated Supervisor and staff to plan and prepare meals for the children including lunch, morning tea, afternoon tea and snacks taking into consideration nutritional requirements, cultural and religious differences, additional needs of the individual child, special needs of the children, and available resources
- Provide for/or supplement alternative foods/beverages for children with allergies or special food/dietary requirements
- Have knowledge and understanding of the nutritional standards set by the Australian Food and Beverage classification system
- Ensure that all food is stored in compliance with Health Regulations
- To evaluate the menu on a regular basis
- Display menu in a well-presented manner making sure that the current season menu is always available
- Seek feedback from families and staff regarding the meals provided and adjust future menus incorporating ideas given
- Operates mixers, ovens, choppers, shredders, steamers, grills, grinders, steam kettles, fry kettles, and other food equipment
- Adjusts recipes to volume of demand
- Co-ordinate with the Nominated Supervisor the purchasing of major supplies
- To be aware of the food and resource budget including the choices of food and use of purchases
- To keep records of packing slips and order forms
- Source stock that is of quality and nutritional value for our children
- To follow the daily routine of the kitchen as displayed
- To ensure fridges and food cupboards are regularly cleaned
- To ensure adequate cleaning supplies are kept in the kitchen
- To update management when maintenance was needed at the service
- To keep up to date with paperwork and enrolments
- To maintain sanitary and inviting kitchen workspaces and eating areas
- Ensure food handling standards and quality guidelines are adhered to at all times
- To promote high quality health and safety for adults and children
- To perform laundry duties in relation to kitchen articles and assist in other laundry duties of the Service
- Complete and file all checklists to ensure that proof of compliance is being maintained
- Ensure that all appliances are cleaned on a regular basis
- Ensure that all chemicals in the kitchen are stored in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety
- Check menu for the next day and ensure meat is transferred to the fridge for thawing if required and supplies necessary to fulfill the menu is on hand
- Do weekly online Coles orders for food and other required materials
- To provide a weekly program for the children in my care
- To lead a team of 4-5 educators
- To organise special events which required preparation and/or organization
- To demonstrate skills for effective communication with children/colleagues and families
- To demonstrate confidentiality, respect and trust
- To always follow the positive guidance strategies of the Service when communicating with the children
- To attend staff meetings
- To communicate with parents about children
- Attend meetings with parents and the school.
Receptionist
Alpha Power Equipment
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Receptionist, cash handling, preparation of accounts, cleaning, writing letters to customers, sending back parts, returning emails, registration of products, stocktake
Education
Undergoing Bachelor of Primary Education -
RMIT University - Bundoora
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care -
Practical Outcomes
08.2021
Satisfactorily completed Year 12 -
Assumption College Kilmore
12.2019
Certificate III of Early Childhood Education and Care -
GoTafe Seymour
12.2018
Skills
- Academic Goals
- Continuing Education
- Parent Interaction
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Student Relations
- Child Development
- Classroom Management
- Curriculum Development
- Professional Development
- Routine Management
- Behavior Monitoring
- Maintaining Safe Environment
Languages
English
Driver License
Current
Telephone
0437904657
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 07/08/01
References
- Rita Mifsud 0408342262
- Richie Boyer, 0456681982
- Jess Edgell, 0429384349
Hobbies and Interests
- Sports (Tennis and Basketball)
- Hiking
- Traveling
- Socializing
- Family
- Organising/Cleaning
- Looking after children
Timeline
OSHC Educator
Schools OUT
02.2023 - 12.2023
Teacher’s Aide
Kilmore Primary School
10.2022 - 02.2023
2017-2019 (SBAT), 2019-2021 (Educator), 2021-2022 (Leader of the service)
Kekeco Childcare and Kindergarten (OSHC and Early Childcare)
01.2017 - 01.2022
Receptionist
Alpha Power Equipment
01.2016 - 01.2018
Babysitter
Personal Business
01.2015 - 01.2023
Undergoing Bachelor of Primary Education -
RMIT University - Bundoora
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care -
Practical Outcomes
Satisfactorily completed Year 12 -
Assumption College Kilmore
Certificate III of Early Childhood Education and Care -
GoTafe Seymour
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