Vanessa Frogley
Norlane,VIC
Summary
Professional with significant background in early childhood development, skilled in assessment, intervention, and support strategies. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability to meet diverse needs. Proven ability to work towards positive outcomes through strong communication, empathy, problem-solving skills and building partnerships.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Parenting Practitoner
Tweddle Children and Family Health Service
03.2023 - Current
- Established relationships with clients by maintaining open communication, empathy, and professionalism.
- Enhanced healthy family relationships by encouraging parent-child interactions and establishing routines.
- Providing support for parents, children and caregivers.
- Enhanced knowledge by attending training opportunities that extended work-based skills.
Child Care Worker
Tennis Australia
01.2003 - 01.2023
- Employed as a part of the Australian Open tournament to provide care and educational opportunities for the children of the tennis players.
Kindergarten Assistant
Bethany Kindergarten Services
09.2020 - 12.2022
- Facilitated small groups to increase skill building, development, and social-emotional growth.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe, nurturing environment that promoted curiosity, exploration, and growth for all students.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to develop and implement engaging lesson plans tailored to individual student needs.
Kindergarten Inclusion Support Worker
Gateways Support Services
02.2020 - 12.2020
- Helped children manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Collaborated with family members, enhancing support network and ensuring holistic approach to care.
- Evaluated clients' social, emotional and psychological needs to create treatment plans.
Kindergarten Inclusion Support Worker
Noah's Ark
03.2018 - 12.2019
- Promoted independence among children through skill-building exercises and goal-setting initiatives.
- Helped children manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
Kindergarten Assistant
Bulleen Pre School
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Collaborated with lead teachers to develop and implement engaging lesson plans tailored to individual student needs.
- Boosted children's social and emotional development through positive reinforcement and consistent encouragement.
- Provided experiences with children to increase understanding, development and exploration
Early Childhood Educator
Annie Galvin Early Learning Centre
04.2014 - 11.2014
- Employed to cover staff leave, I worked across a broad range of rooms and age groups
Site Coordinator of the Smalltalk Program
City of Greater Bendigo
01.2011 - 11.2014
- Site coordinator, playgroup facilitator and home coaching.
- Tasks included liaising with stakeholders, recruiting families, administration and staff management.
- Discussing Early Childhood Development practices and how to extend individual children's learning
- Building relationships with families through communication and collaboration.
- Delivering supported playgroup educational content.
Family Day Care
Family Day Care
06.2010 - 12.2010
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Liaised with parents and guardians to discuss children's development and experiences.
Children's Photographer
Kidding Around Children's Photography
03.2004 - 09.2008
- Photographer of children at Kindergarten, Child Care and Playgroups throughout Melbourne and Victoria
- Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and professionalism.
Receptionist/Accounts Receivable
Coffey Pty Ltd
06.2004 - 12.2006
- Demonstrated versatility in handling multiple responsibilities including receptionist duties, accounts receivable tasks, and general administrative support.
- Maintained accurate financial records through diligent data entry, contributing to overall company organization.
Early Childhood Educator
Select Education Pty Ltd
01.2004 - 06.2004
- Working in Child Care Centres throughout Melbourne, covering staff leave.
Administration / Book Keeping
Nine Lanterns Pty Ltd
09.2002 - 12.2003
- Reception, administration and book keeping
- Organised workflow and delegated tasks effectively to ensure timely project completion without compromising quality.
Pre School Mothercraft Nurse
Northpark Private Hospital
04.2002 - 01.2003
- Supporting families in the Mother and Baby Unit to assist them in establishing feeding, play and settling routines
- Facilitating groups for parents including educational play and baby massage
Reception/Administration/Book keeping
Echo 1 Pty Ltd
03.2001 - 11.2002
- Bookkeeping, Reception and Administration
Relief Early Childhood Educator
North Ringwood Community C.C
01.1999 - 04.2001
Children's Centre Coordinator
Odyssey House Victoria
10.1997 - 08.1998
- Caring for children of residents as a part of the adult residential drug and alcohol rehabilitation program
- Planning and implementing a play based program for all pre-school children
- Organising school and kindergarten placements for families
Education
Associate Diploma - Social Science (Child Care)
Box Hill College of TAFE
Doncaster, Victoria01.1994
Skills
- Strong focus on interpersonal communication and relationship building,
- Collaborative approach to working with families to identify strategies that support their goals
- Observation and assessment skills to develop individualised care plans
- Promote and maintain the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all families, staff and stakeholders
Certification
- Working with Children Check, 0015761A-03, 09/19/28
- Sleep and settling.
- Family Partnership training.
- Keys to Infant Caregiving
- De-escalation and OVA training
Timeline
Early Parenting Practitoner
Tweddle Children and Family Health Service
03.2023 - Current
Kindergarten Assistant
Bethany Kindergarten Services
09.2020 - 12.2022
Kindergarten Inclusion Support Worker
Gateways Support Services
02.2020 - 12.2020
Kindergarten Inclusion Support Worker
Noah's Ark
03.2018 - 12.2019
Kindergarten Assistant
Bulleen Pre School
01.2017 - 12.2017
Early Childhood Educator
Annie Galvin Early Learning Centre
04.2014 - 11.2014
Site Coordinator of the Smalltalk Program
City of Greater Bendigo
01.2011 - 11.2014
Family Day Care
Family Day Care
06.2010 - 12.2010
Receptionist/Accounts Receivable
Coffey Pty Ltd
06.2004 - 12.2006
Children's Photographer
Kidding Around Children's Photography
03.2004 - 09.2008
Early Childhood Educator
Select Education Pty Ltd
01.2004 - 06.2004
Child Care Worker
Tennis Australia
01.2003 - 01.2023
Administration / Book Keeping
Nine Lanterns Pty Ltd
09.2002 - 12.2003
Pre School Mothercraft Nurse
Northpark Private Hospital
04.2002 - 01.2003
Reception/Administration/Book keeping
Echo 1 Pty Ltd
03.2001 - 11.2002
Relief Early Childhood Educator
North Ringwood Community C.C
01.1999 - 04.2001
Children's Centre Coordinator
Odyssey House Victoria
10.1997 - 08.1998
Associate Diploma - Social Science (Child Care)
Box Hill College of TAFE
- Working with Children Check, 0015761A-03, 09/19/28
- Sleep and settling.
- Family Partnership training.
- Keys to Infant Caregiving
- De-escalation and OVA training
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