Toni Baker
Parkes,NSW
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Educator
ECCC
02.2024 - 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.
- 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.
- Supported the emotional well-being of each child by providing compassionate care during moments of distress or anxiety.
- Enhanced children''s cognitive and social development by implementing age-appropriate activities and games.
- Continuously updated knowledge on best practices through professional development workshops and training sessions for consistent improvement in teaching methodologies.
- Prepared children for a seamless transition to the next level of education by focusing on key foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
- Contributed to the development of age-appropriate curriculum materials that aligned with state standards for early childhood education programs.
Warehouse Administrator
Hassal Trading
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Managed daily warehouse operations, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Conducted regular audits of warehouse inventory to maintain accuracy and prevent discrepancies in stock levels.
- Maintained accurate records of incoming shipments, ensuring proper documentation for customs compliance purposes when necessary.
- Supervised a team of warehouse associates, delegating tasks effectively to ensure smooth daily operations.
Delivery Courier
Parkes Couriers
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Followed company policies and procedures during shift.
- Developed strong relationships with customers through courteous service and proactive problem-solving abilities.
- Greeted recipients, delivered packages, and parcels and acquired proper signatures for all deliveries.
- Drove safely at all times to avoid accidents and harm.
- Safely loaded items into delivery vehicle to minimize damage while in transit.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Pet Care Kitchen
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
- Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
- Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
Delivery Courier
Australia Post
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Followed company policies and procedures during shift.
- Developed strong relationships with customers through courteous service and proactive problem-solving abilities.
- Safely loaded items into delivery vehicle to minimize damage while in transit.
- Navigated complex urban environments swiftly, utilizing GPS technology and advanced planning techniques for efficient route management.
Sentry
MSB Total Solutions
11.2019 - 10.2021
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Maintained detailed records related to personnel performance levels in order to identify areas requiring additional training or development.
- Enhanced safety standards by conducting regular inspections and enforcing strict adherence to company policies and regulations.
- Implemented innovative solutions to complex challenges in order to optimize resource extraction processes.
- Increased mine production by implementing effective planning and scheduling strategies for mining operations.
Security Officer
Lachlan Health Service
03.2020 - 09.2021
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle and by foot.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
Security Officer
MSS Security
02.2017 - 11.2019
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
Retail Assistant
Kmart
07.2012 - 02.2017
- Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
Manager
McDonald’s
09.2009 - 07.2012
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Education
No Degree - Child Care Certificate 3
Ectarc
10-2025
Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Early Childhood Education
- Hygiene practices
- First aid and CPR including asthma and anaphylaxis trained
- Positive Role Model
Lego
I collect Harry Potter Lego and other Harry Potter Merchandise which i have on display.
Timeline
Childcare Educator
ECCC
02.2024 - Current
Warehouse Administrator
Hassal Trading
07.2023 - 10.2023
Delivery Courier
Parkes Couriers
08.2022 - 07.2023
Delivery Courier
Australia Post
06.2021 - 03.2022
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Pet Care Kitchen
05.2021 - 08.2022
Security Officer
Lachlan Health Service
03.2020 - 09.2021
Sentry
MSB Total Solutions
11.2019 - 10.2021
Security Officer
MSS Security
02.2017 - 11.2019
Retail Assistant
Kmart
07.2012 - 02.2017
Manager
McDonald’s
09.2009 - 07.2012
No Degree - Child Care Certificate 3
Ectarc
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