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Thi Thao Van Tran (Jenna)

Sydney,NSW

Summary

Early Childhood Educator with proven efficiency in task completion and productivity. Specialized in child development, curriculum planning, and behavior management, creating supportive learning environments. Strong communication skills and empathy foster positive relationships with children and families.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Permanent Casual Early Childhood Educator

Deborah Little Early Learning Centre - Inner West Council
Dulwich Hill
05.2023 - Current
  • Assisted in creating engaging lesson plans for early childhood development.
  • Supported classroom management and maintained a positive learning environment.
  • Facilitated interactive activities to encourage social and emotional growth.
  • Collaborated with teachers to implement age-appropriate curriculum strategies.
  • Observed children's behavior and reported on developmental milestones.
  • Communicated effectively with parents about children's progress and needs.
  • Organized educational materials and ensured a safe learning space.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
  • Organized indoor and outdoor playtime activities to promote physical and mental development of children.
  • Encouraged creativity through art, music, dramatic play and other creative activities.
  • Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.

Permanent Casual Educator In Preschool Room

Little Lion Early Learning Centre
Waterloo
12.2021 - 01.2023
  • Engaged the children with age-appropriate activities games and reading materials.
  • Fostering teamwork by communicating effectively with the Room Leader and other educators, ensuring everyone is informed and able to contribute to the curriculum process
  • Set up playroom and childcare areas for safety and cleanliness.
  • Participating in planning meetings with the Room Leader to discuss and design age-appropriate, engaging activities that align with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the centre’s philosophy
  • Observing and documenting development: Regularly observing children’s behaviors and progress, recording observations, and using this information to assess development and plan individualized learning
  • Designed curriculum, lesson plans and instructional materials for classroom teaching.

Educator Assistant

Ikid Early Learning Centre
Marrickville
07.2019 - 12.2021
  • Organized classroom materials and maintained a clean learning environment.
  • Supervising and Engaging with Children: Supervise children during indoor and outdoor play, mealtimes, rest, and excursions. Engage with children in a warm, respectful, and responsive manner, encouraging their participation and supporting their social, emotional, and physical development.
  • Maintaining a Safe and Clean Environment: Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized learning environment by following health, hygiene, and safety procedures. Support children in developing self-care and hygiene skills.
  • Building Positive Relationships:
    Build trusting and respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Communicate effectively, listen actively, and contribute to a positive team culture.

Education

Bachelor Early Childhood Education And Care

Ikon Institute Of Australia
Central, NSW
12-2025

Diploma Early Childhood Education And Care

New Era Institute
Burwood, NSW
04-2021

Certificate III Early Childhood Education And Care

New Era Institute
Burwood, NSW
04-2020

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Classroom management
  • Child development assessments
  • Team collaboration
  • Educational material organization
  • Effective communication

Timeline

Permanent Casual Early Childhood Educator

Deborah Little Early Learning Centre - Inner West Council
05.2023 - Current

Permanent Casual Educator In Preschool Room

Little Lion Early Learning Centre
12.2021 - 01.2023

Educator Assistant

Ikid Early Learning Centre
07.2019 - 12.2021

Bachelor Early Childhood Education And Care

Ikon Institute Of Australia

Diploma Early Childhood Education And Care

New Era Institute

Certificate III Early Childhood Education And Care

New Era Institute
Thi Thao Van Tran (Jenna)