Sienna (Cee) Reynolds
Toowoomba,Australia
Summary
Lead Educator with hands-on experience in creating welcoming, high-quality early learning environments for children and families. Known for building strong, trusting relationships, mentoring educators with care, and ensuring smooth daily operations and compliance. Passionate about nurturing a positive centre culture, meaningful learning experiences, and continuous improvement in line with Leaps and Bounds by Canopy’s values.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Educator
Leaps and Bounds by canopy
07.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented detailed, age-appropriate weekly programs guided by children's interests. These programs helped guide each child's individual learning journeys to monitor their developmental progress.
- Demonstrated a strong understanding of the EYLF and how to link it to both a learning program and children's learning.
- Managed a classroom effectively to maximise learning experiences while prioritising a joyful sense of belonging.
- Adapted teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learners, creating adaptable learning experiences to accommodate each child based on their individual needs and abilities.
- Established a strong rapport with parents through consistent communication, supporting their involvement in their child’s education and addressing concerns promptly.
- Implemented evidence-based behaviour management systems to maintain a positive atmosphere conducive to learning for all children.
- Viewed as a leader within the Leaps and Bounds community and developed strong relationships with both colleagues and families by consistently demonstrating professionalism in all aspects of the role.
- Mentored new educators, providing guidance on effective teaching approaches and classroom management techniques.
- Coordinated special events and incursions, fostering community engagement and nurturing the children's wonder about the environment and their world around them.
- Utilised technology to effectively communicate the children's routines and learning updates to families.
- Supported Centre Manager in minor admin roles - Roster changes, phone calls and other admin support tasks.
- Managed daily operations to ensure efficient centre functioning and high-quality service delivery if ever centre manager was absent.
Educator
Itty Innovators
07.2021 - 04.2023
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual children.
- Encouraged children to learn through different ways, Risky play/Montessori.
- Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
- Enforced rules and managed behaviour through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Kept notes of behaviour issues, food served and medications administered to children.
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues.
- Applied positive behaviour management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Monitored entrances and exits to maintain safety and organized environments.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviours and areas in need of improvement, implementing behaviour redirection where appropriate.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication, and problem-solving skills for children.
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behaviour modelling and collaboration with parents.
- Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
- Cared for children ages 0 to 5 in nurturing and age-appropriate way.
- Managed safety and security of all children under care.
- Worked with children individually and in groups to teach social, communicative and problem-solving skills.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play and learning and developmental activities.
Educator
Goodstart early learning
09.2019 - 07.2021
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual children.
- Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
- Enforced rules and managed behaviour through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Kept notes of behaviour issues, food served and medications administered to children.
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues.
- Applied positive behaviour management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Monitored entrances and exits to maintain safety and organized environments.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviours and areas in need of improvement, implementing behaviour redirection where appropriate.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication, and problem-solving skills for children.
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behaviour modelling and collaboration with parents.
- Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
- Cared for children ages 0 to 12 in nurturing and age-appropriate way.
- Managed safety and security of all children under care.
- Worked with children individually and in groups to teach social, communicative and problem-solving skills.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play and learning and developmental activities.
Teachers Aide
Education Queensland
07.2018 - 09.2019
- Used behaviour modelling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Used Positive Behaviour Learning (PBL) to enhance a fun, social learning experience.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioural and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Took attendance, graded homework and maintained student records to assist teachers with administrative tasks and maintain smooth daily operations.
- Retained interest and maximized learning by educating students using hands-on instructional techniques.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety and security.
- Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks and supplemental activities.
Education
First Aid and cpr - in an education and care setting
01.2026
Diploma - Early Childhood Education And Care
Leaps And Bounds Parklands
07.2025
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education And Care
Itty Innovators
09.2022
Certificate III - Education Support
Cedar Centre
11.2017
Skills
- Health and Safety
- Parent to Educator relations
- Child Development
- Curriculum Planning
- Administrative Functions
- Fostering Positive Environment
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Reliability
- Classroom Management
- Decision Making
- Relationship Building
- Professionalism
- Staff Training
- Adaptability
References
Georgia Heath / Leaps and Bounds by Canopy - Director
ph: 0459 768 709
Sarah Heath / Leaps and Bounds Parklands - Director
ph: 0411 284 584
Lindsey Howard / Itty Innovators - Lead Educator
ph: 0412 518 010
Timeline
Lead Educator
Leaps and Bounds by canopy
07.2023 - Current
Educator
Itty Innovators
07.2021 - 04.2023
Educator
Goodstart early learning
09.2019 - 07.2021
Teachers Aide
Education Queensland
07.2018 - 09.2019
First Aid and cpr - in an education and care setting
Diploma - Early Childhood Education And Care
Leaps And Bounds Parklands
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education And Care
Itty Innovators
Certificate III - Education Support
Cedar Centre