Dynamic and dependable professional with a proven track record in educational and support roles, notably at Goodstart Early Learning. Excelled in creating tailored service plans and fostering strong relationships, showcasing exceptional multitasking and Microsoft Office skills. Achieved significant improvements in client and student engagement through innovative strategies and compassionate support.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Aged Care Support Worker
Integrated Living
Port Macquarie, NSW
05.2022 - 06.2024
Provided clients with emotional support and companionship.
Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
Attended staff meetings to discuss new policies and procedures.
Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioural condition and injuries.
Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly clients.
Helped with light housekeeping tasks such as laundry, vacuuming, dusting and cleaning bathrooms.
Managed household errands and other essential duties.
Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Insurance Consultant - Call Centre
Suncorp Group
Brisbane, Queensland
11.2010 - 05.2011
Accepted and processed customer payments in credit cards, checking for validity.
Acknowledged customer issues, and resolved their problems quickly and efficiently.
Assisted clients in understanding their available options, and helped them select the right service plans for their needs.
Effectively communicated with other employees and upper management to ensure complete care of customers.
Emphasize the specific product features that would stand out to customers, showing them the product's limitations and capabilities.
Evaluated the customers' needs and provided service options to meet their requirements.
Greeted customers and offered them assistance where possible.
Informed customers about current promotions and sales, encouraging them to take advantage.
Assistant Director & Child Care Assistant
Goodstart Early Learning
Mount Isa, QLD
02.2010 - 11.2010
Completed training in safety and first aid to be prepared in case of emergency
Interacted with toddlers on a daily basis, maintaining superiority with a tender touch
Prepared and filed documents on children's development
Sat in parent/teacher meetings to offer support and encouragement in difficult situations
Taught young children problem-solving and self-motivation skills
Developed and implemented tailored service plans to the needs of particular clients
Was in charge of the centre when the Director was absent
Worked in office filing documents, answering phones, managing accounts and general administration duties
Insurance Consultant - Call Centre
Suncorp Group
Brisbane, QLD
01.2009 - 02.2010
Accepted and processed customer payments via credit cards and checking for validity
Acknowledged customer issues and resolved their problems quickly and efficiently
Assisted clients in understanding their available options and helped them select the right service plans for their needs
Emphasised the specific product features that would stand out to customers, showing them product limitations and capabilities
Evaluated the customers' needs and provided service options to meet their requirements
Greeted customers and offered them assistance where possible
Informed customers about current promotions and sales, encouraging them to take advantage
Primary Teacher – Relief
Heritage Christian School
Port Macquarie, NSW
08.2006 - 12.2007
Communicated expectations and curriculum requirements to reinforce classroom goals
Created and adapted lesson plans and classroom work to meet students' individual needs
Designed lesson plans and instructional material conforming to current state and district standards
Established and maintained relationships with students, parents, staff and community members
Maintained comprehensive student records documenting attendance, grades and progress towards goals
Maintained high classroom management and behaviour management standards
Supervised students in classroom and out-of-classroom activities throughout the working day
Taught multiple subjects such as reading and language arts, social studies, mathematics, science and art in inclusive and self-contained classroom settings
Primary Teacher
Kempsey Adventist School
Kempsey, NSW
01.2006 - 06.2006
Administered group standardised tests as well as informal and formal school assessments
Communicated student progress and areas needing improvement to parents during parent conferences
Created and adapted lesson plans and classroom work to meet students' individual needs
Created instructional materials appropriate for students with wide range of mental, physical and emotional maturities
Designed lesson plans and instructional material conforming to current state and district standards
Established and maintained relationships with students, parents, staff and community members
Maintained comprehensive student records documenting attendance, grades and progress towards goals
Maintained high classroom management and behaviour management standards
Routinely evaluated students' progress towards lesson objectives through assessments like homework, quizzes, and tests
Communicated expectations and curriculum requirements to reinforce classroom goals
Supervised students in classroom and out-of-classroom activities throughout working day
Taught multiple subjects such as reading and language arts, social studies, mathematics, science and art in inclusive and self-contained classroom settings
Room Leader
ABC Child Care
Casino, NSW
01.2005 - 01.2006
Accompanied groups of children on field trips and ensured their safety
Assisted individuals with special needs
Communicated with team and manager with daily updates and special needs
Discussed behaviour or developmental issues with parents or guardians
Maintained records of individual children
Monitored the behaviour and health of children
Offered comfort and advice to children dealing with particular struggles
Organised recreational activities
Taught educational programs for children aged 0-5 years
Education
Certificate III - Business Administration
TAFE NSW
Online
05.2020
Bachelor of Education - PRIMARY
Southern Cross University
East Lismore, NSW
11.2004
Associate Diploma - Child Care
Macleay College
Sydney, NSW
06.1996
Skills
Greeting and seating clients
Positive and professional
Ability to multitask
Dependable and organised
Experienced in Microsoft Office
Telephone reception
Records administration
Filing
Spreadsheet development
Data entry
Administrative support
References
Jocelyn Robinson, Director, Goodstart Early Learning, 0429 492 915