Sophie Fitzgerald
Cootamundra,NSW
Summary
Compassionate Early Childhood Educator with a passion for teaching and supporting young students in setting foundation for life-long success. Proven to quickly develop relationships with children through friendly approach, patient demeanour and excellent communication skills. Organised with exceptional work ethic and dedication to completing projects. Skilled in both independently motivated and collaborative team settings.
As an individual with a strong commitment and passion for continuous learning, I am excited to seek a new and challenging role.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Educator
Milestones Early Learning Centre
11.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented curriculum aligned with early childhood education standards.
- Fostered a positive learning environment through effective classroom management techniques.
- Mentored and trained new educators on best practices and pedagogical approaches.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's developmental milestones and learning goals.
- Coordinated activities that promote cognitive, physical, and emotional growth in children.
Nannying
Emily O'Connor and Chris Ryan
10.2023 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Provide children with rich-meaningful learning experiences.
- Preparing healthy meals and bottles.
- Ensuring environments are clean, neat and tidy.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Early Childhood Educator
Youngstars Early Learning Centre
11.2021 - 11.2025
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families and children.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversations and formal settings.
- Administration work including assisting with rostering and data entry.
Early Childhood Educator
Creekside Kids
01.2020 - 11.2021
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviours.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families and children.
Education
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Australian Early Childhood College
01-2024
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education
ECTARC
07.2021
Completed Year 10 -
Sacred Heart Central School
Cootamundra12.2019
Skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to convey information professionally and comfortable with interacting with people from a diverse range of backgrounds
- Able to work individually and as part of a team
- Highly flexible and resilient; able to easily adapt to organisational changes and learn new skills rapidly and effectively
- Strong organisational skills
- Extreme composure in handling demanding situations; demonstrates strong commitment in always completing tasks efficiently and responsibly whilst maintaining keen attention to detail
- High level of skill in computer operation including the effective use of a wide range of programs including Mircosoft Office Suite (Word and PowerPoint)
References
Melissa Crutcher - 0478 156 756
Business Owner
(Former owner of Youngstars Early Learning Centre)
Emily Coddington - 0400 171 156
Work Colleague
Emily O'Connor - 0475 941 641
Timeline
Lead Educator
Milestones Early Learning Centre
11.2025 - Current
Nannying
Emily O'Connor and Chris Ryan
10.2023 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Youngstars Early Learning Centre
11.2021 - 11.2025
Early Childhood Educator
Creekside Kids
01.2020 - 11.2021
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Australian Early Childhood College
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education
ECTARC
Completed Year 10 -
Sacred Heart Central School