Teleise Tuugavao
Logan City,QLD
Summary
Results-driven early childhood educator with deep expertise in fostering educational and developmental growth in young children. Demonstrates strong skills in creating engaging learning environments, promoting teamwork, and adapting to evolving needs. Proven ability to lead teams, implement curriculum, and ensure high standards of care and education. Highly reliable, with focus on achieving impactful outcomes for children and staff.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Nursery Educator
Harmony Early Education Bahrs Scrub
05.2024 - 06.2024
Lead Educator - Toddlers
Harmony Early Education
02.2024 - 05.2024
Lead Educator - Toddlers
The Lakes Early Learning Springfield
02.2023 - 12.2023
Lead Educator - Toddlers
Herston First Steps Child Care Centre
07.2021 - 01.2022
Lead Nursery Educator
IMAGINARIUM Early Learning
02.2021 - 07.2021
Childcare Lead Educator
Goodstart Early Learning
02.2018 - 01.2021
Casual Lead Educator
Kidikingdom Springfield/Greenbank
03.2017 - 12.2018
Full Time Missionary
The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints
05.2016 - 01.2017
- Built lasting relationships with community members through genuine empathy, compassion, active listening skills.
- Prepared and delivered mission-related presentations to church and community groups.
- Developed effective communication skills by interacting with diverse populations in various settings.
- Established trust within the community through regular engagement and consistent support.
- Enhanced cultural understanding by learning local customs and incorporating them into daily interactions.
- Facilitated spiritual growth among congregation members, leading weekly services and bible study sessions.
- Trained 4 new missionaries on effectively sharing the gospel
- Fostered an inclusive atmosphere where individuals from different backgrounds could come together to form a united community.
- Assisted in disaster relief efforts, contributing to faster community recovery.
Lead Educator
Goodna Community Kids
06.2014 - 05.2016
Cashier
IGA Supermarket
12.2013 - 06.2014
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
Education
Diploma in Childcare And Education - Childcare
Koolkids College
Brisbane, QLD09-2020
Graduated - Highschool Student
Redbank Plains State High School
Redbank, QLD11-2013
Skills
- Classroom organization
- Parent-educator communication
- Creative teaching strategies
- Age-appropriate activities
- Strong work ethic
- Friendly and likeable
- Team collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Lead Nursery Educator
Harmony Early Education Bahrs Scrub
05.2024 - 06.2024
Lead Educator - Toddlers
Harmony Early Education
02.2024 - 05.2024
Lead Educator - Toddlers
The Lakes Early Learning Springfield
02.2023 - 12.2023
Lead Educator - Toddlers
Herston First Steps Child Care Centre
07.2021 - 01.2022
Lead Nursery Educator
IMAGINARIUM Early Learning
02.2021 - 07.2021
Childcare Lead Educator
Goodstart Early Learning
02.2018 - 01.2021
Casual Lead Educator
Kidikingdom Springfield/Greenbank
03.2017 - 12.2018
Full Time Missionary
The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints
05.2016 - 01.2017
Lead Educator
Goodna Community Kids
06.2014 - 05.2016
Cashier
IGA Supermarket
12.2013 - 06.2014
Diploma in Childcare And Education - Childcare
Koolkids College
Graduated - Highschool Student
Redbank Plains State High School
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