Passionate, responsible and reliable professional with exceptional skills. Extensive experience with a proven capacity to promote excellence and deliver high quality education. A productive team player, proficient in building effective work relationships both internally and externally. Committed to providing exceptional service together with self-motivation and drive.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educator
Daycare With Smits (Family Day Care) (Little Tinkers Fdc)
07.2022 - Current
Create a Safe and Nurturing Environment:Establish and maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming home-based setting that promotes children's well-being.
Plan and Deliver Educational Programs:Design and implement engaging, age-appropriate educational and play-based activities to support children's physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development.
Supervise and Engage Children:Provide constant supervision, actively engage with children during play, and offer positive guidance and support.
Communicate with Parents:Maintain open and regular communication with parents regarding their child's progress, daily activities, and any concerns.
Manage Daily Routines:Help children with daily needs, including sleeping, eating, and personal hygiene (e.g., toilet training, changing nappies).
Ensure Health and Safety:Adhere to health and safety regulations, conduct safety checks, and respond to emergencies or provide first aid when necessary.
Monitor Child Development:Observe children's progress, record their achievements, and use these observations to tailor programs to individual needs.
Maintain Compliance:Adhere to all relevant government guidelines, policies, and procedures for early childhood education.
Childcare Team Leader (Part-Time)
Hothlyn Childcare Centre
11.2016 - 01.2018
Working with children aged 3-4 years of age
Ensure the smooth operation of the day to day running of the centre in accordance with policies and procedures
Participate in supervising indoor/outdoor environments to provide safety for the children at all times
Ensure a clean and healthy environment for all children
Communicate effectively with parents regarding the child’s needs
Assist staff with daily routines
Assist in the recording of children’s development
Encourage parent involvement in the childcare program
Contribute to and assist in the development and evaluation of the program (reflecting the Early Years Learning)
Educator
Choice Family Day scheme
08.2013 - 10.2016
2018 -2022
Understanding and implementing the National Quality Framework and Standards and National Early Years Learning Framework
Encouraging families to participate in service decision making and experiences
Develop positive channels of communication to ensure the smooth running of the centre
Participating in ongoing professional development and training programs
Implementing a daily routine
Maintaining ongoing records of the child’s development and daily information
Ensuring a high standard of hygiene in compliance with policies and procedures
Maintaining supplies and equipment levels for the centre
Administrative duties
Administering first aid or medication in compliance with policies and procedures
Work according to the Australian Early Childhood Code of Ethics
Collaborating and building relationships with families
Offer support and advice to families
Providing a safe, comfortable and secure home environment
Stimulating learning opportunities tailored to individual needs
Group Leader/Acting Director
Munchkins Early Learning Centre
03.2009 - 08.2011
Providing a healthy, safe and welcoming environment
Consulting with families, the Director and Centre staff regarding the program to meet individual needs and interests of the children and to reflect the centre’s needs
Managing a group/groups of children
Liaising with centre staff regarding the implementation of the program
Maintaining the necessary developmental records of children in my group
Casual Child Care Assistant
Good Start Learning Centre
05.2008 - 03.2009
Assisting in the implementation of the seven quality areas of the national Accreditation system
Actively assisted and participated in the planning, preparation, implementation and clearing away activities
Assisted with maintaining records and provide relevant information in Regard to children program
Providing a safe, supportive, stimulating and educational environment
Forming relationships with children which are comforting and nurturing
Keeping up to date with current developments in Early Childhood
Sharing information with families relating to their child
Ensuring children are safe and adequately supervised at all times
Education
Certificate III - education support
Diploma - Children care
New Futures Training Institute
01.2009
Certificate III - Child care
New Futures Training Institute
01.2008
Bachelor of Architecture - undefined
Gogte Institute of Technology
01.1998
Skills
Interpersonal communication
Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to successfully solve problems and achieve outcomes
Methodical and well organised with a focus and dedication to attain positive results
Effective under pressure
Multitasking proficiency
Microsoft Word
Publisher
Excel
PowerPoint
General internet use
Certification
Current Police Check
Working with Children Check
Current First Aid certificate
Timeline
Educator
Daycare With Smits (Family Day Care) (Little Tinkers Fdc)