Leny Costrua
Bowen,QLD
Summary
Professional childcare educator with proven expertise in nurturing and developing young minds. Strong collaboration skills and consistent ability to adapt to changing needs, ensuring reliable and supportive environment. Proficient in creating engaging educational activities, fostering positive relationships, and maintaining high standards of care and safety. Renowned for achieving results through effective communication and teamwork.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Childcare Educator
Cardwell Early Learning
07.2025 - 12.2025
- Provided constant supervision to ensure the children's safety during indoor and outdoor activities.
- Encouraged positive social interactions by guiding children in sharing, turn-taking, and conflict resolution.
- Assisted children with personal hygiene routines, including handwashing and toilet training.
- Prepared and served nutritious meals and snacks, accommodating dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Maintained consistent daily schedules for meals, naps, and play activities in collaboration with the Lead Educator.
- Introduced fundamental concepts and skills through engaging activities tailored to children's developmental levels.
- Facilitated skill development through imaginative play to enhance creativity and problem-solving abilities.
- Observed children for signs of health, emotional, or developmental issues and communicated concerns to the Lead Educator.
- Maintained a clean and organized childcare environment by sanitizing toys and tidying play areas regularly.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss strategies for improving the quality of care and education provided.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
Teacher 1
Department of Education, Bureau of Elementary Education, Albay Division, Tiwi District, Putsan Elementary School
02.2010 - 01.2022
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plan for students in various subjects.
- Provided individualized instruction to students with different needs.
- Facilitated learning using appropriate and innovative teaching strategies to enhance students engagements and understanding.
- Managed an environment conducive to learning.
- Created and administered assessment to evaluate students progress.
- Monitored and assessed students progress and provide feedback to parents and guardians.
- Kept pupils and school records and prepared required reports.
- Supervised curricular and co-curricular projects and activities of the students.
- Participated in the socio-economic development projects of the community.
- Participated in teacher-parent conferences to discuss students progress and address concerns.
- Worked with relevant stakeholders, both internal and external, to promote learning and improve school performance.
- Attended workshops and seminars for professional growth and development as a teacher.
- Performed various related works/activities that contribute to teaching-learning process.
Substitute Teacher
Department of Education, Bureau of Elementary Education, Albay Division, Tiwi District, Putsan Elementary School
09.2008 - 11.2008
- Carried out lesson plan created by regular teacher during their absence or holiday.
- Managed classroom like regular classroom teacher
- Managed an environment conducive to learning.
- Created and administered assessment to evaluate students progress.
- Monitored and assessed students progress and provide feedback to parents and guardians.
- Kept pupils and school records and prepared required reports.
- Participated in the socio-economic development projects of the community.
- Participated in teacher-parent conferences to discuss students progress and address concerns.
- Followed school policies and teacher’s guidelines.
Education
Master of Arts in Education (MAED) - Administration And Supervision
Daniel B. Pena Memorial College Foundation
Tabaco Albay, Philippines01.2022
Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEED) - Elementary School Teaching
Tiwi Community College
Tiwi Albay, Philippines01.2007
Skills
- Understanding of child development
- Effective communication
- Empathy
- Collaborative teamwork
- Effective time management
- Responsive to new challenges
- Effective behaviour management
- Adaptability to change
- Experienced with Microsoft Office applications
- Intrinsic motivation
- Proficient in child development support
- Hygiene practices
Certification
- HLTAID012
Provide First Aid in an education and care setting, Rescue-1 First aid Training and Supplies - [11/11/2025]
- CHC30121
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, Business and Leadership Academy RTO 46057- [11/09/2024]
Timeline
Childcare Educator
Cardwell Early Learning
07.2025 - 12.2025
Teacher 1
Department of Education, Bureau of Elementary Education, Albay Division, Tiwi District, Putsan Elementary School
02.2010 - 01.2022
Substitute Teacher
Department of Education, Bureau of Elementary Education, Albay Division, Tiwi District, Putsan Elementary School
09.2008 - 11.2008
Master of Arts in Education (MAED) - Administration And Supervision
Daniel B. Pena Memorial College Foundation
Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEED) - Elementary School Teaching
Tiwi Community College