Sarah scott
erskine park,New South Wales
Summary
Attentive and creative professional passionate about helping young children develop emotional, social and educational skills. Familiar with developmentally appropriate activities and experienced by providing nurturing environments conducive to learning. Promote physical, emotional and social health to complement academic progress. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Traineeship
St Anthonys Early Learning Centre
Minchinbury, 2770
02.2024 - Current
- Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
- Supervised playground activities ensuring adherence to safety rules and regulations are followed at all times.
- Guided children in developing essential life skills, such as independence and problem-solving.
- Prepared educational materials and resources that support curriculum objectives.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities.
- Supported parents by providing information about their child's growth, nutrition requirements.
- Assisted in developing and implementing daily routines such as snack time, outdoor playtime, nap time.
- Established good relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication via phone or emails.
- Supervised children in classroom and playground settings, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Conducted observations and assessments of children's progress and reported findings to parents and guardians.
- Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues.
- Observed child behavior to assess their needs and plan activities accordingly.
- Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
- Read stories aloud to the kids both individually and collectively during story time sessions.
- Created and maintained a clean, organized, and stimulating environment conducive to learning.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle habits like exercising regularly, eating nutritious food amongst the kids.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Observed children to record development.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices among the children including hand washing before meals.
- Assisted children with daily routines, including toileting, feeding, and nap times.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and refine curriculum that meets state and national standards.
- Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
- Maintained a safe environment for all children under care by adhering to safety regulations.
- Integrated technology into lesson plans.
- Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
- Provided guidance and support when required for special needs children enrolled in program.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
- Introduced learning activities and imaginative play to teach children to explore.
- Established direct lines of communication with parents, notifying of concerning behavior or health issues.
- Supported children's emotional and social development by adapting communication tactics for differing client needs.
Student Leanring Support Officer
Department of Education
Glenmore Park , 2745
08.2022 - 02.2024
- Provided additional support to English Language Learners or Special Education Students.
- Provided individualized instruction to students with special needs or learning disabilities.
- Performed clerical duties including filing paperwork and photocopying material.
- Assisted in organizing and supervising school events and field trips.
- Supervised student activities during recess, lunchtime, and other breaks.
- Participated in professional development workshops offered by school district.
- Supported classroom teacher in managing a diverse classroom of students.
- Helped maintain a safe learning environment for all students.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
- Developed instructional materials and visual aids to supplement lesson plans.
- Provided one-on-one support to students requiring additional assistance.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
Nursing Assistant
NSW Health
Penrith
01.2021 - 02.2023
- Completed daily room cleaning and organizing to provide patients with clean environment.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Documented nursing assessments, treatments and follow-up care to maintain patient safety and optimize workflow.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Maintained sanitary conditions by providing immediate wound care and dressing changes.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted regular rounds to check on patients' safety and proactively address issues.
- Observed patients' conditions regularly for any physical or mental changes and reported findings to the appropriate personnel promptly.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Provided assistance to medical staff during tests, treatments and emergency procedures.
- Managed supplies and restocked inventory to promote optimal availability for patient care.
- Assisted patients with daily activities under nurse's supervision to provide essential care and emotional support.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Assisted patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Performed basic nursing skills such as changing wound dressings and administering enemas.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use.
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
- Prepared treatment rooms for examinations by stocking them with necessary supplies and ensuring that all equipment was in proper working order.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Assessed vitals and noted medical information to report changes to nursing staff and physicians.
- Maintained patient records accurately by documenting daily activities and changes in conditions or treatments.
Aged Care Worker
my aged care
Penrith
01.2019 - 02.2021
- Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly clients.
- Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting.
- Maintained records of client care plans and progress notes.
- Encouraged independence by assisting with mobility issues and providing instruction on safety precautions.
- Assisted nurses with patient assessments, wound dressings and other medical procedures when needed.
- Prepared meals according to prescribed diets and nutrition plans.
- Ensured a safe environment by monitoring equipment use and checking fire safety systems regularly.
- Organised and monitored medication schedules for elderly clients.
- Assisted in developing individualised care plans for elderly clients.
- Conducted home visits to assess the needs of elderly clients.
- Provided recreational activities such as games, reading materials, music and outdoor walks.
- Coordinated transportation services for medical appointments.
- Helped with light housekeeping tasks such as laundry, vacuuming, dusting and cleaning bathrooms.
- Participated in team building activities designed to improve communication skills amongst colleagues.
- Attended weekly staff meetings to discuss new policies and procedures.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving elderly clients.
- Reported any changes in health or behaviour to nursing staff members promptly.
- Assessed the physical condition of elderly patients during routine check-ups.
- Collaborated with family members to ensure that all client needs were met.
- Provided clients with emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with mobility needs and maintaining personal hygiene of students.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
Barista
Mcdonalds
Eastern Creek
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Labeled containers of milk for use in coffee drinks according to expiration dates.
- Greeted customers and took orders for coffee drinks, food items, and other beverages.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies and restocked when necessary.
- Placed orders with suppliers for delivery of products required for daily operations.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding to inquiries quickly and professionally.
- Organized workstations efficiently so that tasks could be completed quickly during peak hours.
- Assisted in the preparation of baked goods including muffins, cookies, scones, cakes.
- Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, washing dishes, and cleaning floors.
- Kept up-to-date records of sales transactions using point-of-sale systems.
- Operated cash registers to process customer payments.
- Adhered to health department regulations concerning sanitation standards.
- Prepared specialty coffee drinks such as lattes, cappuccinos, macchiatos, mochas, and Americanos.
- Stocked shelves with ingredients needed to make coffee drinks.
- Ensured all equipment was maintained in proper working order according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Followed safety procedures while operating machinery such as grinders and espresso machines.
- Ground beans for espresso shots according to individual customer specifications.
- Trained new baristas on company policies and procedures regarding food handling safety standards.
- Greeted and communicated with customers to take beverage orders and offer recommendations based on taste preferences.
- Developed and maintained relationships with regular customers, recognizing preferences and anticipating needs.
Education
Certificate 3 in Child Educaiton And Care -
Mets Training
Sydney, NSW02-2025
Certificate 3 in Nursing Assistant - Nursing
TAFE NSW
NSW11-2020
Certificate 3 in Aged Care -
Tafe
Penrith 01-2019
High School Diploma -
Erskine Park High School
NSW10-2014
Skills
- Child development
- Safety protocols
- Special needs support
- Creative lesson planning
- Parent communication
- Team collaboration
- Adaptation of materials
- Emotional support
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Creative and resourceful
- Initiative
- Fast learner
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Outstanding communication skills
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
Timeline
Traineeship
St Anthonys Early Learning Centre
02.2024 - Current
Student Leanring Support Officer
Department of Education
08.2022 - 02.2024
Nursing Assistant
NSW Health
01.2021 - 02.2023
Aged Care Worker
my aged care
01.2019 - 02.2021
Barista
Mcdonalds
01.2015 - 01.2019
Certificate 3 in Child Educaiton And Care -
Mets Training
Certificate 3 in Nursing Assistant - Nursing
TAFE NSW
Certificate 3 in Aged Care -
Tafe
High School Diploma -
Erskine Park High School
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