Tamaris Edmonds
Bilambil Heights,New South Wales
Summary
Compassionate preschool teacher with background in creating engaging, educational, and nurturing environments for early childhood development. Skilled in lesson planning, classroom management, and developmental assessments, fostering growth and learning among diverse student groups. Implemented innovative teaching strategies that enhanced children's social and intellectual growth, contributing to improved classroom dynamics and positive feedback from parents and staff.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
Terranora Preschool and Early Learning
Terranora, New South Wales
06.2019 - Current
- Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate activities for young children.
- Applied early childhood education theories and practices to assess learning materials and curriculum effectiveness.
- Fostered positive connections with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Supported children with eating, toileting, and resting routines.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Designed and modified the classroom layout to create an accessible and interactive learning space.
- Adapted lessons according to diverse learning styles of students within the class.
- Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
- Facilitated a safe and nurturing environment conducive to early childhood learning and exploration.
- Developed and maintained a positive, nurturing learning environment.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to meet the developmental needs of children aged three to five.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with early childhood education research and best practices.
- Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication.
- Promoted critical thinking skills among students by providing stimulating discussions on topics related to course material.
- Implemented strategies to support children with special needs, ensuring inclusive education practices.
- Utilized various instructional strategies such as hands-on activities, cooperative learning projects, literature circles.
- Facilitated small group instruction as needed for students who require additional support.
- Provided instruction in language, literacy, mathematics, science, social studies and art.
- Integrated play-based activities into daily routines to promote social skills development among children.
- Utilized a variety of teaching methods including play, storytelling, and creative arts to stimulate children's cognitive and social development.
- Executed efficient time management to meet deadlines.
- Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement and constructive feedback to promote a respectful learning environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts For Teaching -
Southern Cross University
Bilinga, QLD08-2024
Bachelor of Education - Primary, Early Childhood
Southern Cross University
Bilinga, QLD08-2024
Skills
- Supportive Interaction Style
- Attention to detail
- Effective Communication
- Collaboration
- Cultural awareness
- Deadline Adherence Skills
- Detail-Oriented Organization
- Task prioritization
Certification
- Early Childhood First Aid & CPR, Anaphylactic Training
- Child Protection
- Working With Children Check & Blue Card
- Sleep Safe Training
- Food Safe
Affiliations
I enjoy gardening, skating, snowboarding and spending quality time with my family. Being the mother of an active three year old boy keeps me busy running laps at the skate parks, jumping on trampolines and playing a wide variety of sports.
Professional References
Veronica Steele
Previous Director at Terranora Preschool and Early Learning
0479 141 639
Maria Albertini
Current Manager at Terranora Preschool and Early Learning
0401 588 841
Carina McDermott
Preschool Educator at River Cottage Preschool and Early Learning
0421 228 527
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
Terranora Preschool and Early Learning
06.2019 - Current
- Early Childhood First Aid & CPR, Anaphylactic Training
- Child Protection
- Working With Children Check & Blue Card
- Sleep Safe Training
- Food Safe
Bachelor of Arts For Teaching -
Southern Cross University
Bachelor of Education - Primary, Early Childhood
Southern Cross University
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