SARAH ZAYAT
Oakdale,Australia
Summary
Hardworking and passionate worker with strong organisational skills eager to secure entry-level in primary teaching position. Ready to support children and work collaboratively with other staff to build strong foundations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Primary School Teacher
Busby West Public School
07.2024 - Current
- Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that meet curriculum standards and accommodate diverse learning styles
- Establish and maintain a positive, inclusive classroom environment conducive to learning and student development
- Assess and evaluate student progress through tests, assignments, and observations; provide constructive feedback
- Identify and support individual student needs, adapting teaching methods and resources as necessary
- Work collaboratively with special education staff and support specialists to provide targeted instruction and resources for students with diverse needs
- Collaborate with colleagues to design and enhance curriculum materials and activities that support educational goals
- Maintain regular communication with parents and guardians regarding student progress, behavior, and classroom activities
- Participate in ongoing professional development and training to stay current with educational best practices and methodologies
- Organize and participate in extracurricular activities, school events, and field trips to enhance student learning and engagement
- Provide support for students with special needs and collaborate with special education staff to create inclusive learning environments
- Work collaboratively with other teachers and staff to share resources and strategies that promote a positive school culture
- Implement strategies for promoting positive behavior and resolving conflicts among students
Accounts Admin and Support Children Services
Community First Step
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Conducted case management and individual and family needs assessments to identify self-sufficiency barriers
- Completed and maintained individualised family needs assessments by developing action plans based on family objectives, strengths and resources
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices
- Attended professional meetings and conferences to maintain and improve professional competence
- Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training
- Collaborated on strategies to enhance student learning and behaviour alongside parents and teaching staff
2IC - Second in Charge
Little Smarties Long Day Care
07.2018 - 04.2023
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting teamwork, open communication channels, and employee recognition initiatives
- Detailed understanding of the role, vision, mission and values of the organisation and the supports and services offered
- Supports leadership of a team in support of monitoring and coaching to achieve required outcomes/performance
- Effective team member; provides support to higher level roles
- Shares knowledge and information and contributes to professional team meetings
- Has good listening skills and seeks, provides and/or shares information appropriately and respectfully; developing influencing skills
- Applies professional competence to perform relevant professional work supporting customers with problem solving and decision making about their needs and expectations
- Maintains communication with customers utilising a range of communication strategies
- Able to work with other teams or service providers
- Understands diversity and confidentiality requirements
Gaming and Bar Attendant
The Mill
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Operated and closed down bar station according to sanitation regulations and safety standards.
- Learned how to make wide variety of mixed drinks.
- Restocked ice, condiments, and snacks.
- Checked ID cards and verified bar guests were of legal age.
- Strengthened brand reputation by consistently delivering excellent customer service that exceeded expectations.
- Managed cash register transactions accurately, ensuring proper handling of payments and tips.
- Demonstrated knowledge of cocktail recipes and drink preparation techniques, resulting in consistent quality beverages.
- Implemented effective time management strategies to balance multiple responsibilities during peak hours without compromising service quality.
Supervisor/ 2IC Educator
The Pines Academy Long Day Care
07.2016 - 07.2018
- Design and follow a full schedule of activities and discover suitable teaching material
- Balance your teaching between logical and social exercises
- Provide basic care and caregiving activities
- Use a wide range of teaching methods (stories, media, indoor or outdoor games, drawing etc) to enhance the child's abilities
- Evaluate children's performance to make sure they are on the right learning track
- Remain in constant communication with parents and update them on the progress of their children
- Observe children's interactions and promote the spirit of concord
- Identify behavioural problems and determine the right course of action
- Collaborate with other colleagues
- Adhere with teaching standards and safety regulations as established by the official sources
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
Property Manager
Raine & Horne
08.2014 - 07.2016
- Use of Gateway Live (Console) Software
- Leasing administration
- Undertaking property inspections and preparation of condition reports
- Routine inspections, in-going and out-going inspections
- Rent reviews, monitoring and renewals
- Arrears Management
- Liaising with Landlords, Tenants, Strata and Trades people
- Organizing repairs and maintenance
- Attending Tribunals
- Increasing Portfolio
Property Officer/ Admin
Century 21
08.2014 - 07.2016
- Managed lease agreements, ensuring timely rent collection and adherence to contract terms.
- Facilitated seamless tenant move-ins and move-outs by coordinating logistics and providing clear communication throughout the process.
- Maintained accurate records of all property-related transactions, ensuring compliance with local regulations.
- Established positive rapport with tenants through regular communication channels such as newsletters or community events.
Childcare Educator
Youngies Long Day Care
08.2014 - 07.2016
- Supported the emotional well-being of each child by providing compassionate care during moments of distress or anxiety.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Maintained safety and cleanliness by sterilising toys and surfaces.
- Enhanced children''s cognitive and social development by implementing age-appropriate activities and games.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Gaming/Bar Attendant/Guest Services (Casual)
Club Marconi
12.2012 - 07.2016
- Greeting all patrons who enter the facility and ensuring a positive and memorable experience
- Assisting with all customer enquiries in a friendly, welcoming and professional manner
- Ensuring compliance with RSA and entry requirements
- Processing/receipting of sales within the Membership system
- Support promotional activity within the club
- Maintain cash security and strictly adhere to cash handling procedures
- Providing a full bar and gaming service to all customers
- Ensuring all RSA and RCG requirements are strictly adhered to
- Ensuring adequate working stock and money levels are maintained
- Taking responsibility for area from which change is issued
- Taking responsibility for the floats balance
- Managing tills, Keno, poker machines, and TAB
- Processing poker machine payments
- Correcting minor gaming machine faults
- Liaising with security personnel
- Compliance with relevant legislation: Registered Clubs Act, Security Industry Act, Liquor Act, Gaming Regulation upon entry to the Club
Educator/Trainee
Green Valley Child Care
01.2013 - 08.2014
Team Leader
McDonalds
01.2009 - 12.2010
Education
Masters In Teaching Primary - Primary School Teacher
Western Sydney University
Sydney, NSW12.2024
Master In Early Childhood - Birth - 5 Years
Western Sydney University
12.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Pathway to Teaching, Education
Western Sydney University
09.2019
Diploma of Education - Child Care
Tafe
09.2016
Skills
- Child development
- Class management
- Positive behavior techniques
- Lesson planning
- Relationship building
Certification
- Working With Children's Check, WWC0738650E, 08/01/26
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- National Police Certificate
- Certificate III Early Childhood Education & Care
- Diploma Early Childhood Education and Care
- Early Childhood Teacher (Masters Degree)
- Masters in teaching Primary
- First Aid
- CPR
- Responsible Service of Alcohol Certificate (RSA)
- Responsible Conduct of Gambling Certificate (RCG)
- Real Estate - Certificate of Registration
Timeline
Primary School Teacher
Busby West Public School
07.2024 - Current
Accounts Admin and Support Children Services
Community First Step
01.2023 - 01.2024
Gaming and Bar Attendant
The Mill
04.2022 - 01.2023
2IC - Second in Charge
Little Smarties Long Day Care
07.2018 - 04.2023
Supervisor/ 2IC Educator
The Pines Academy Long Day Care
07.2016 - 07.2018
Property Manager
Raine & Horne
08.2014 - 07.2016
Property Officer/ Admin
Century 21
08.2014 - 07.2016
Childcare Educator
Youngies Long Day Care
08.2014 - 07.2016
Educator/Trainee
Green Valley Child Care
01.2013 - 08.2014
Gaming/Bar Attendant/Guest Services (Casual)
Club Marconi
12.2012 - 07.2016
Team Leader
McDonalds
01.2009 - 12.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Pathway to Teaching, Education
Western Sydney University
Diploma of Education - Child Care
Tafe
Masters In Teaching Primary - Primary School Teacher
Western Sydney University
Master In Early Childhood - Birth - 5 Years
Western Sydney University
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