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Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteer Experience
Hobbies and Interests
References
Languages
Certification
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Sela Atiola

Seven Hills,NSW

Summary

I am a dedicated Early Childhood Educator with a deep love for books! It's a great way to connect with children and community. I am committed to fostering inclusive and engaging learning environments, with experience in managing long day care services and family day care. Skilled in curriculum development, staff training, with knowledge of the Early Years Learning Frame work and National Quality standards and ensuring compliance with state regulations.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Educator Support Officer and Administration Office

The Infants’ Home Child and Family Services
Ashfield
06.2022 - Current
  • This role entails maintaining, monitoring and supporting educators in the Family Daycare space in their work with children and families
  • I collaborate with educators ensuring they are supported in providing high-quality care and education within their services
  • This includes compliance with the Education and Care Services Regulations, the National Quality Standards, and the Education and Care Services National Law Act 2010.
  • Responded promptly to customer inquiries or complaints in a polite and professional manner.
  • Enforced compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.
  • Ensured the security and confidentiality of sensitive information.

Freelance Writer

Sweatshop Literacy Movement
Sydney
08.2021 - Current
  • I have written articles for publications such SBS Voices, Colournary Magazine, The Guardian Australia and Diversity Arts Australia StoryCasters, Adda - Commonwealth Foundation Magazine.
  • Performed extensive research prior to writing any article or post.
  • Conducted interviews with subject matter experts to obtain relevant information.
  • Organized written work according to established style guidelines.
  • Proofread copy to check grammar, punctuation, spelling, syntax, and organization of material.

Administration Officer

Lighthouse Early Learning Centre
North Strathfield
03.2022 - 06.2022
  • Supporting educators in curriculum and program planning
  • Contribute to the monthly staff newsletter - complete the Educational Leader monthly report and room checklist - prepare and present training and powerpoint presentations on the EYLF and NQS
  • Provided administrative support to senior management staff

Administration Officer and Interim Centre Director

Greenwood Bronte (G8 Education)
Bronte
01.2022 - 03.2022
  • Managing all centre communication channels on Xplor, CRM, phone and emails
  • Assisting educators in planning educational programs and ensuring all centre documents were up to date and filed accordingly.
  • Hosting family centre tours and managing all new and current enrolments
  • Compiled correspondence such as letters, memos and emails on behalf of management
  • Produced detailed minutes of meetings for circulation to relevant personnel.

Centre Director

Greenwood Lane Cove (G8 Education)
Lane Cove
12.2018 - 06.2019
  • This role was initially a temporary CM role until it could be filled
  • I remained at the centre until I commenced maternity leave in June 2019
  • Duties and responsibilities included but were not limited to: -overseeing educational programs and planning programs for the early years -Providing leadership and support to a team of 11+ dedicated educators -Attend monthly Centre Manager meetings -Ensure the centre was compliant and met the standards of the National Quality Standard and state legislations -Manage family accounts and fees -Manage centre debt and budget -use CRM to convert tours into enrolments -Manage Xplor system -Attended the National Centre Mangers Conference in QLD -Visited and attended other Greenwood Centres to assist in Assessment and Rating preparations
  • Identified areas of improvement and implemented corrective measures where necessary.
  • Planned special events such as seminars, workshops, community events (mothers day etc) at the service

Assistant Centre Director

Greenwood Gladesville (G8 Education)
Gladesville
04.2018 - 12.2018
  • Support and assist the Centre Director in managing the day to day operations of the Centre in line with G8 Education policies and procedures
  • Lead, support and motivate a large team of 30+ educators in providing the highest quality service
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with team members, parents, children and the wider community
  • Guiding Educators to best practice (overseeing and supporting the Educational Leader's role across the service)
  • Oversee the expectations of Centre presentation including the internal/external play spaces -Promote and market the service to increase utilisation, viability and manage the centre waiting list

Centre Director/ Nominated Supervisor

Greenwood Chatswood (G8 Education)
Chatswood
08.2016 - 10.2017
  • Involved in setting up and opening Greenwood Chatswood. -Opened the centre in 2016 and achieved 80% occupancy within the first 8 months of opening
  • Manage the day to day operations of the centre and ensure it is in line with the centres policies and procedures
  • Ensure the centre is compliant with the National Quality Standard and state legislations
  • Organise rosters
  • Provide leadership to a team of 11+ educators and staff
  • Qikkids -manage family accounts and fees

Educator

Greenwood Concord (G8 Education)
Concord
04.2014 - 08.2016
  • Commenced at this service as a part time trainee, whilst completing my Diploma qualification and working in retail
  • Work within a team and provide support to the other educators in the room
  • Provide care and education for children aged 4-5 years including, but not limited to, developing the weekly program plan linking back to the NQF and EYLF, complete monthly individual observations on children, work in partnership with parents and families
  • I was awarded Educator of the Year in 2015

Education

Bachelor of Social Science - Behavioural Studies

01.2022

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care -

01.2016

Master of Early Childhood

Macquarie University
Macquarie Park, NSW

Skills

  • Bilingual in Tongan and English
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to articulate information and concerns to children, families and colleagues
  • Excellent time management and organization skills
  • Software Proficiency in Harmony and Xplor
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
  • A strong understanding of childcare subsidy and submitting CCS session reports

Volunteer Experience

  • Pacific Connections Member, current, Sydney, NSW, A member of a not-for-profit organisation that informs, connects and strengthens Pacific communities in New South Wales and Victoria.
  • Concord Uniting Church Youth Group Support Leader, Jan 2021 - Dec 2021, Sydney, NSW
  • Concord Uniting Church Council Secretary, Jan 2021 - Jan 2022, Sydney, NSW, -Manage the administrative tasks of the church -Liaise with different church councils and agencies such as the Synod for NSW and ACT as well as Sydney Presbytery -Assist in leading and organising bi-monthly church council meetings
  • Sunday School Teacher, Concord Uniting Church, Sydney, NSW, -Plan and implement Sunday school lessons for a small group of early childhood and primary aged children
  • Queen Salote College English Tutor, Tonga, -Assist Year 7 and 8 students with English assessments and homework -Dorm teacher for 20 high school aged students on boarding school campus

Hobbies and Interests

  • I thoroughly enjoy reading (when I have the time). Books by Australian authors such as Mohammad Ahmad, Winnie Dunn.
  • Spend time with my husband and children. I have 3 children and like to spend my weekends doing activities that we are able to enjoy as a family; so needed to break up the hustle and bustle of work life and a reminder of the importance of connecting and being present with loved ones.
  • Writing

References

Available upon request

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Tongan
Professional

Certification

  • Working With Children's Check
  • Child Protection Training
  • CPR and First Aid

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Educator Support Officer and Administration Office

The Infants’ Home Child and Family Services
06.2022 - Current

Administration Officer

Lighthouse Early Learning Centre
03.2022 - 06.2022

Administration Officer and Interim Centre Director

Greenwood Bronte (G8 Education)
01.2022 - 03.2022

Freelance Writer

Sweatshop Literacy Movement
08.2021 - Current

Centre Director

Greenwood Lane Cove (G8 Education)
12.2018 - 06.2019

Assistant Centre Director

Greenwood Gladesville (G8 Education)
04.2018 - 12.2018

Centre Director/ Nominated Supervisor

Greenwood Chatswood (G8 Education)
08.2016 - 10.2017

Educator

Greenwood Concord (G8 Education)
04.2014 - 08.2016

Bachelor of Social Science - Behavioural Studies

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care -

Master of Early Childhood

Macquarie University

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