Paige Curtin
Adelaide,Australia
Summary
Compassionate Early Childhood Educator with background in creating engaging, educational, and nurturing environments for early childhood development. Skilled in lesson planning, classroom management, and developmental assessments, fostering growth and learning among diverse student groups. Implemented innovative teaching strategies that enhanced children's social and intellectual growth, contributing to improved classroom dynamics and positive feedback from parents and staff.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
Elite Early Education
Adelaide , SA
02.2024 - Current
- Developed age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, social and intellectual development of children.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to support children's learning and development at home and in the classroom.
- Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods.
- Observed children to record development.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
- Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
- Organized indoor and outdoor playtime activities to promote physical and mental development of children.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Maintained accurate records of each child's progress including daily observations and anecdotal notes.
- Implemented strategies to support children with special needs, ensuring inclusive education practices.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement and constructive feedback to promote a respectful learning environment.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Fostered positive relationships with children, encouraging trust and emotional security.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Fostered an atmosphere that encourages respect for all individuals regardless of gender, race or religion.
- Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of child development and learning progress, adapting instructional strategies as needed.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
- Stuck to daily routines to help children feel comfortable and promote development.
- Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
- Assisted students with special needs by providing additional support when required.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Designed and modified the classroom layout to create an accessible and interactive learning space.
- Assisted with planning, preparing and serving meals according to dietary requirements.
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
- Attended team meetings with other educators in order to share best practices or discuss any issues related to childcare services.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Collaborated with parents in order to discuss their child's progress or any concerns they may have had regarding their child's development or behavior.
- Provided guidance on personal hygiene habits such as hand washing and teeth brushing.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, assessments and progress reports.
- Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
- Organized and led outdoor activities that promoted physical health and well-being.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with early childhood education research and best practices.
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulations such as health and safety standards.
- Contributed towards creating a curriculum based on developmental milestones set out by Early Years Foundation Stage.
- Applied early childhood education theories and practices to assess learning materials and curriculum effectiveness.
- Promoted effective communication between staff members by participating actively in team meetings.
- Provided a safe and stimulating learning environment for young children.
- Implemented appropriate strategies to manage challenging behaviors.
- Maintained a clean classroom environment ensuring toys are sanitized regularly.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Facilitated a safe and nurturing environment conducive to early childhood learning and exploration.
- Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
- Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Education
Working Towards Cert 3 - Early Childhood Care And Education
Queensford College SA
Adelaide 03-2025
Skills
- Individualized support
- Safety and supervision
- Empathy and patience
- Emotional intelligence
- Sensory activities
- Health and safety
- Safety awareness
- Team collaboration
- Cultural awareness
- Family engagement
- Teaching strategies
- Behavioral management
- Goal setting
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Documentation and record keeping
- Classroom management
- Problem-solving
- Child development knowledge
- Meal organizing
- Creative expression
- Parent-teacher communication
- Curriculum development
- Storytelling techniques
- Positive reinforcement
- Curriculum planning
- Conflict resolution
- Faculty collaboration
- Preparing meals
- Child safety procedures
- Relationship building
- Restocking supplies
- Play-based learning
- Lesson planning
- Nutrition management
- Time management
- Managing supplies
- Active listening
- Coordinating schedules
- Clear communication
- Circle time management
- Setting schedules
- Managing activities
- Critical thinking
Qualifications 🩶
- CPR certified
- First Aid certified
- Food Health and Safety certification
- WWCC
- Police Clearance
- SIDS training certificate
- RHHAN Course Completion
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
Elite Early Education
02.2024 - Current
Working Towards Cert 3 - Early Childhood Care And Education
Queensford College SA