Portia Bal
Hornsby,NSW
Summary
Compassionate and enthusiastic Early Childhood Educator with a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, and currently completing a Diploma. Experienced through work placements in supporting children’s well-being, learning, and development in line with the EYLF and National Quality Standards. Skilled in building positive relationships with children and families, promoting safe and inclusive environments, and implementing engaging, play-based experiences. My philosophy is that when children feel happy, they are more engaged and motivated to learn through curiosity and play, which strengthens neural pathways and fosters a love of lifelong learning.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Educator - Work Placement
Little Zak's Academy Epping
Epping, 2121
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Built positive and respectful relationships with children and families.
- Nurtured babies and toddlers through responsive care routines.
- Supported group activities to encourage social, physical, and emotional development.
- Assisted children during meal times and rest times.
- Followed centre policies and regulations, including hygiene and safety standards.
- Applied knowledge of WHS, child protection, and safe food handling procedures.
Early Childhood Educator - Work Placement
North Rocks Childcare Centre
Carlingford, 2118
10.2024 - 11.2024
- Assisted in the care and development of children aged 0–5 years.
- Supported group activities, storytelling, and sensory play experiences.
- Encouraged positive behaviour and social skills among children.
- Observed and documented children's development for educators and families.
- Worked with babies (8–12 months) to support gross motor skill development.
- Assisted children during meal times and rest times.
Education
Diploma of Early Childhood Education And Care -
TAFE NSW
07-2026
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education And Care
TAFE NSW
07-2025
Skills
- Knowledge of EYLF and NQS frameworks
- Building respectful relationships with children and families
- Implementing inclusive practices and cultural awareness
- Observation, documentation, and reflective practice
- Providing engaging play and learning experiences
- Safe food handling and allergy awareness
- WHS and risk management
- First aid in an education and care setting
Certification
- HLTAID012 – Provide first aid in an education and care setting (current)
- ASCIA Anaphylaxis Certificate (current)
- Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- Completed Certificate III Units: Support inclusion and diversity, nurture babies and toddlers, support holistic learning and development, observe children to inform practice, encourage understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, child protection, WHS, food safety, sustainability, and professional practice
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator - Work Placement
Little Zak's Academy Epping
05.2025 - 06.2025
Early Childhood Educator - Work Placement
North Rocks Childcare Centre
10.2024 - 11.2024
Diploma of Early Childhood Education And Care -
TAFE NSW
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education And Care
TAFE NSW
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