Tegan Collins
Adelaide ,SA
Summary
Dynamic Childcare Educator with a proven track record at Kozy Kids Golden Grove, excelling in creating safe and inclusive environments that foster exploration and critical thinking. Skilled in early childhood education and CPR, adept at building strong relationships with families through effective communication. Demonstrates exceptional patience and empathy, ensuring the well-being and safety of every child.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Educator
Nido Early School
09.2024 - Current
- Coordinated with other staff members effectively in order to provide a cohesive childcare program promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Ensured the health and safety of children by consistently monitoring their activities both indoors and outdoors.
- Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs and discuss progress reports regularly.
- Implemented hands-on learning opportunities that encouraged exploration, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills among children.
- Developed strong relationships with families, maintaining open communication channels for optimal support of each child''s growth and wellbeing.
- Maintained safety and cleanliness by sterilizing toys and surfaces.
- Established a safe, secure, and inclusive classroom setting where all children felt welcomed and valued.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Communicated with children's guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
Childcare Educator
Kozy Kids Golden Grove
09.2022 - 09.2024
- Coordinated with other staff members effectively in order to provide a cohesive childcare program promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Ensured the health and safety of children by consistently monitoring their activities both indoors and outdoors.
- Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs and discuss progress reports regularly.
- Implemented hands-on learning opportunities that encouraged exploration, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills among children.
- Developed strong relationships with families, maintaining open communication channels for optimal support of each child''s growth and wellbeing.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Maintained safety and cleanliness by sterilizing toys and surfaces.
- Established a safe, secure, and inclusive classroom setting where all children felt welcomed and valued.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
Childcare Educator
Burton Road Childcare Centre
07.2013 - 10.2022
- Coordinated with other staff members effectively in order to provide a cohesive childcare program promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Ensured the health and safety of children by consistently monitoring their activities both indoors and outdoors.
- Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs and discuss progress reports regularly.
- Implemented hands-on learning opportunities that encouraged exploration, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills among children.
- Developed strong relationships with families, maintaining open communication channels for optimal support of each child''s growth and wellbeing.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Supported the emotional well-being of each child by providing compassionate care during moments of distress or anxiety.
Education
Certificate III In Children Services - Childcare
Australian Workplace Training
Adelaide, SA11.2013
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Age-appropriate activities
- Early childhood education
- Hygiene practices
- CPR training
- Verbal and written communication
- Documentation
- Child safety procedures
- Strong work ethic
- CPR and first aid
- Friendly and likeable
- Time management
- Child safety
References
Kylie Power- 0421 954 596
Assistant Director- Burton Road Childcare
Tracy Holland- 0408 461 676
Director- Kozy Kids Golden Grove
Timeline
Childcare Educator
Nido Early School
09.2024 - Current
Childcare Educator
Kozy Kids Golden Grove
09.2022 - 09.2024
Childcare Educator
Burton Road Childcare Centre
07.2013 - 10.2022
Certificate III In Children Services - Childcare
Australian Workplace Training
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