Passionate Early Childhood Educator with over 9 years of experience fostering the development of young children in dynamic childcare environments. Skilled in designing and implementing engaging, age-appropriate activities that support cognitive, social, and emotional growth. Known for exceptional communication, creativity, and a strong commitment to creating inclusive, nurturing spaces where children thrive. Adept at collaborating with families and colleagues to ensure individualized care and holistic development for every child.
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Sarah Tatman
South Geelong,VIC
Summary
Overview
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Kardinia Early Learning
Early Childhood Educator
10.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments that allow children to explore and learn confidently.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, sharing best practices to improve overall instruction quality across the centre.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Encouraged children's independence and self-help skills through daily routines and activities.
Richmond Creche and Kindergarten
Early Childhood Educator
03.2021 - 04.2024
Job overview
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among children and colleagues.
Carroll Family
Family Nanny
01.2019 - 06.2020
Job overview
- Provided high-quality care for multiple children simultaneously, ranging in age from 2 to 9 years, ensuring their safety, developmental engagement, and well-being.
- Managed challenging behaviours calmly and effectively using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage self regulation.
- Established open communication with parents for seamless coordination in children''s daily routines and schedules.
- Nurtured strong relationships with both parents and children based on trust, respect, empathy, and open communication lines.
Primrose Schools
Lead Teacher
05.2015 - 04.2018
Job overview
- Developed age-appropriate activities and programs for children 12 to 18 months old.
- Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Prepared, served and cleaned up daily meals for 10 children.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for children to achieve their goals
Education
University of MelbourneParkville, VIC
Graduate Diploma from Early Childhood Teaching
12-2024
University Overview
- Early Childhood Scholarship, 2024, from Department of Education, Victoria
Ball State UniversityMuncie, Indiana, 47306, United States
Bachelors of Science from Family and Consumer Science
05.2015
University Overview
- Member of Family and Child Student Organization since 2011
- Professional development completed in Leadership
- Coursework in Child Development, Psychology and Family Studies
Skills
- Play-based learning
- Relationship building
- Documentation and record keeping
- Curriculum planning
- Team collaboration
- Cultural awareness
- Behavioural modelling
- Maintaining safety
- Supervising classroom activities
- Critical thinking
- Empathy and patience
Certification
- Infant and Toddler Specialization Certificate
- First aid and CPR Certificate
- Working With Children Check
- Do Food Safely Certificate
- Mandatory reporting Certificate
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
Kardinia Early Learning
10.2024 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Richmond Creche and Kindergarten
03.2021 - 04.2024
Family Nanny
Carroll Family
01.2019 - 06.2020
Lead Teacher
Primrose Schools
05.2015 - 04.2018
University of Melbourne
Graduate Diploma from Early Childhood Teaching
Ball State University
Bachelors of Science from Family and Consumer Science
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