Hi, I’m
Quennie Mak
Murrumbeena
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate kindergarten teacher with 2 years and 7 months of experience fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment for young learners and children with special needs and disabilities. Proven ability to create engaging and developmentally appropriate lesson plans that promote social, emotional, and cognitive growth. Skilled in incorporating various teaching methodologies to accommodate diverse learning styles. Proficient in assessing individual student needs and adapting instruction to ensure each child reaches their full potential. Strong communication and collaboration skills, fostering positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Committed to ongoing professional development to stay abreast of current educational trends and best practices in early childhood education. Passionate about instilling a love for learning in young minds and preparing them for future academic success.
Overview
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Little Sunshine Early Learning Centre
Kindergarten Teacher (VIT Full-registration)
01.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies, leading to improved instructional methods across the school.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance and support to help them acclimate to the centre philosophy and classroom management techniques.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing consistent routines, and maintaining high standards of behaviour.
- Incorporated hands-on activities into lessons to engage students kinaesthetically and enhance understanding of complex topics.
- Managed diverse classrooms with various levels of ability, accommodating each student''s unique strengths while addressing their challenges effectively.
- Coordinated special events like class performances or presentations that showcased students'' talents and accomplishments while engaging families in their children''s education journey.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behaviour support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Developed strong rapport with parents and caregivers, fostering a supportive home-school connection for improved student outcomes.
- Promoted parent involvement in classroom activities through regular communication and opportunities for engagement.
- Collaborated with local organizations to secure incursions that enhanced educational opportunities for students.
- Conducted regular observations and evaluations of teaching practice to provide constructive feedback aimed at enhancing professional growth among team members.
Little Sunshine Early Learning Centre
Kindergarten Teacher
07.2021 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Assisted in curriculum development to align lessons with state standards and improve overall instructional quality.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented behaviour modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
Doncaster Early Learning Centre
Early Childhood Educator
10.2018 - 06.2021
Job overview
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples in lesson plans.
- Boosted children's social skills development through group play experiences and collaborative games.
- Improved literacy learning by implementing targeted reading interventions and guided reading sessions.
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, sharing best practices to improve overall instruction quality across the classroom.
- Mentored new educators, providing guidance on effective teaching approaches and classroom management techniques.
- Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
Smart Little Beans Reading Centre
Reading Aide
03.2015 - 12.2015
Job overview
- Enhanced student reading comprehension by implementing targeted literacy interventions.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to design individualized reading support plans for struggling readers.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instructional strategies to optimize learning outcomes.
- Provided one-on-one and small group tutoring sessions, improving students'' reading fluency and accuracy.
- Encouraged a love for reading among all students by promoting a culture of book discussions, recommendations, and shared experiences within the school community.
Education
Deakin University, Melbourne, VIC
Bachelor of Education from Early Childhood Education And Primary
11.2020
University Overview
- Specialization: Arts Education (Early Years)
- Specialization: Language and Literacy (Primary)
- Coursework: LANTITE Assessment
- Coursework: Graduate with Distinction
Sunway College , Sunway, Malaysia
Monash University Foundation Year
12.2016
Skills
- Early Years Learning Framework
- National Quality Standard
- Victorian Early Years Learning and Developmental Framework
- Student transitions report Management
- Classroom Management
- Curriculum Development
- Special Needs Support
- Team Collaboration
- Play-Based Learning
- Multilingual
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
Certification
First Aid Training
Asthma and Anaphylaxis Training
Department of Education and Training Information Sharing Reforms and Family Violence
Mandatory reporting Course Completion
Food Safety Course Completion
Languages
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Malay
Limited Working
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher (VIT Full-registration)
Little Sunshine Early Learning Centre
01.2022 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Little Sunshine Early Learning Centre
07.2021 - 01.2022
Early Childhood Educator
Doncaster Early Learning Centre
10.2018 - 06.2021
Reading Aide
Smart Little Beans Reading Centre
03.2015 - 12.2015
Deakin University
Bachelor of Education from Early Childhood Education And Primary
Sunway College
Monash University Foundation Year
First Aid Training
Asthma and Anaphylaxis Training
Department of Education and Training Information Sharing Reforms and Family Violence
Mandatory reporting Course Completion
Food Safety Course Completion
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