Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Certification
Languages
References
Timeline
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Ray (Zhenlei) Huang

HORNSBY,NSW

Summary

An experienced Early Childhood Teacher with 12 years in the industry, specialising in the HighScope Preschool approach and knowledgeable in the Reggio Emilia philosophy. With 6 years as a Room Leader and 3 years as a HighScope Curriculum trainer, I have trained over 300 early chiildhood teachers. Proficient in Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) programming, NQS, national regulations, and QIP development for ECE centers. I advocate for active learning through play and a stimulating environment for children's development and wellbeing.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Early Childhood Teacher/Preschool Room Leader

Kookaburra Kindergarten
01.2020 - Current


  • Develop and implement holistic curricula aligned with educational standards.
  • Lead and collaborate with the team, fostering a supportive environment.
  • Build strong family partnerships, ensuring a safe, engaging learning space.

Toddler Room Room Leader

Naremburn Early Learning Centre
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Design and implement engaging, age-appropriate curricula for toddlers.
  • Lead and collaborate with the team to provide a nurturing, secure environment.
  • Foster strong connections with families, supporting the developmental needs of 2-3-year-olds.

HighScope Curriculum Trainer

HighScope China
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Responsible for training and assessing early childhood educators across over 30 international kindergartens in China.
  • Deliver HighScope approach training, evaluate teacher implementation and classroom practices, and provide constructive feedback and guidance.
  • Collaborate with educators and leaders to tailor training and ensure effective HighScope integration and optimal teaching quality.

Early Childhood Educator

Grow Early Learning Childcare Centre
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Nurture and educate toddlers, fostering their holistic development.
  • Implement engaging, age-appropriate activities and monitor progress.
  • Collaborate with the team to maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Educational Leader

Mandarin Stars Sydney Gordon Centre
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Design a play-based, age-appropriate Mandarin learning curriculum for children aged 2-10.
  • Train teachers on the curriculum and effective teaching strategies for language acquisition.
  • Assess and evaluate teachers' lessons, providing constructive feedback to enhance teaching practices.
  • Ensure the curriculum meets the developmental needs of children and aligns with educational standards.

Education

Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) - Education

Federation University Australia
Ballarat, VIC
12.2023

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care -

St Adam College Australia
12.2019

Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Automation) -

Shanghai Institute of Technology
12.2008

Skills

  • Curriculum Programming and Management
  • Classroom Management
  • Inclusive and Differentiated Teaching
  • Quality Improvement Plan
  • Family Collaboration Strategies
  • Family Workshop
  • Teachers Training
  • HighScope Approach
  • Reggio Emilia Approach

Additional Information

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Certification


  • Certificate of HighScope Preschool Curriculum Courrse (PCC)
  • First Aid (CPR included)
  • NSW Food Handler Training
  • Child Protection


Languages

English
Chinese (Mandarin)

References

  • Kookaburra Kindergarten, Cassie, 0294194325
  • Naremburn Early Learning Centre, Durrah, 0451655420
  • Grow Early Learning Centre, Sussana, 0296881080
  • Mandarin Stars, Dailin, 0425852282
  • HighScope China, Barbarra, +8615000448842

Timeline

Early Childhood Teacher/Preschool Room Leader

Kookaburra Kindergarten
01.2020 - Current

Toddler Room Room Leader

Naremburn Early Learning Centre
01.2019 - 01.2020

HighScope Curriculum Trainer

HighScope China
01.2016 - 01.2019

Early Childhood Educator

Grow Early Learning Childcare Centre
01.2014 - 01.2015

Educational Leader

Mandarin Stars Sydney Gordon Centre
01.2012 - 01.2015

Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) - Education

Federation University Australia

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care -

St Adam College Australia

Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Automation) -

Shanghai Institute of Technology


  • Certificate of HighScope Preschool Curriculum Courrse (PCC)
  • First Aid (CPR included)
  • NSW Food Handler Training
  • Child Protection


Ray (Zhenlei) Huang