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Overview
Work History
Education
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Affiliations
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Romika McConnon

Spreyton,TAS

Summary

I am a Motivated and energetic person willing to apply early childhood education principles in a preschool setting. I am Dedicated to teaching, maintaining discipline and encouraging creativity.

Certified in First Aid and CPR. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Child Protection Training

SASS
Launceston, TAS
06.2021 - 07.2024
  • Sexual Trauma First Aid certificate, Sexual assault support service
  • Suicide intervention certificate, CORES
  • Mentors in Violence Prevention workshop facilitated by Women’s Legal Service Tasmania

Childcare Volunteer

Devonport Play house
Devonport, TAS
05.2021 - 07.2024
  • Encouraged proper hygiene among the students by providing reminders about washing hands after using the restroom or before meals.
  • Read stories to children, facilitated discussions and tied books into learning opportunities.
  • Cared for physical, emotional and spiritual needs of children.
  • Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
  • Assisted childcare staff with preparing activities and materials for daily tasks.
  • Taught children how to complete basic crafts such as paintings, drawings and decorations.
  • Communicated with parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and upcoming events.
  • Encouraged positive behaviors, including patience with teachers and fellow kids.
  • Ensured the safety of all children in the facility at all times.
  • Organized play areas to ensure a safe, clean environment for children.
  • Protected children from harm by monitoring environments and eliminating safety hazards.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Early Childhood Educator

Stepping Stones
Ulverstone, TAS
07.2022 - 03.2023
  • Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
  • Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
  • Provided a safe and stimulating learning environment for young children.
  • Assisted with planning, preparing and serving meals according to dietary requirements.
  • 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.
  • Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.

Food Server

Devonport Primary School
Devonport, TAS
02.2022 - 07.2022
  • Greeted guests and vendors to assist in navigating space.
  • 2002 Child care assistant at Ulverstone Child Care Centre.
  • 2002 Childcare assistant at Cherie Lupus : Family Day Carer.
  • 2019-present Volunteer Kids Church carer
  • 2021 Devonport Playhouse
  • Breakfast-Club|Devonport Chaplaincy,

- Prepared toast, fruit, juice, milo.

- clean and wipe down table surfaces and dishes.

- greeted and communicated with children and their families.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Child Studies

Don College
Devonport, TAS
01-2004

Skills

  • Child Development Knowledge
  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Community Resources
  • Safety Planning
  • Teamwork and Cooperation
  • creativity in arts and crafts area

Affiliations

  • Joined Community Choir - Exhale.
  • Learning the piano.
  • Participate in social and community events.
  • Enjoy going for walks along the beach and exploring nature.

References

  • Carol Sharpe 5 Amaroo place, Devonport 0439 252 205
  • Sharon Webber Devonport Chaplaincy 0418 592 862
  • Beth Overton 4 Boronia Avenue, Devonport 0408 894 341

Timeline

Early Childhood Educator

Stepping Stones
07.2022 - 03.2023

Food Server

Devonport Primary School
02.2022 - 07.2022

Child Protection Training

SASS
06.2021 - 07.2024

Childcare Volunteer

Devonport Play house
05.2021 - 07.2024

Some College (No Degree) - Child Studies

Don College
Romika McConnon