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VANI SANTOSH

Dandenong,VIC

Summary

Compassionate Early Childhood Educator with a passion for teaching and supporting young students in setting a foundation for life-long success. Proven ability to quickly develop rapport with children through a friendly approach, patient demeanor and excellent communication skills. Organized with exceptional work ethic and dedication to completing projects in a timely manner. Skilled in both independently motivated and collaborative team settings.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Educator (room Leader)

Bambini Early Learning Centre Hampton
Melbourne , VIC
01.2017 - Current
  • Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters
  • Helped children take care of personal needs and maintain good hygiene
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures
  • Organized and facilitated monthly parent support group meetings
  • Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors
  • Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time each day
  • Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families and children
  • Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress
  • Coordinated all transition and literacy services
  • Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management
  • 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
  • Taught students basic academic, behavioral and social skills

Rooms Leader

Minnows Early Learning Cheltenham
Melbourne , VIC
12.2014 - 01.2017

same as specified above.

Coeducator ( Qualified Assistant Casual)

Good Start Early Learning Centres
Melbourne , VIC
12.2013 - 12.2014
  • Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling
  • Recommended and initiated measures to manage child behavior such as caring for others and picking up toys and books
  • Supported children's emotional and social development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts
  • Sanitized toys and recreational equipment to prevent infections of cold and flu
  • Developed healthy relationships with children to provide support and guidance
  • Maintained written and verbal communication of children's growth, development and behavior
  • Supervised and monitored play activities
  • Managed safety and security of all children under care
  • Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication, and problem-solving skills for children
  • Kept areas clean, organized and stocked, and sanitized surfaces and toys
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development
  • Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles
  • Created and implemented diverse educational strategies to boost development
  • Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues
  • Consulted with families to discuss activities and behaviors of each child

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Studying Bachelor of Early Child Hood Education

Deakin University, Waurn Ponds Campus
Waurn Ponds, VIC

Skills

  • First Aid and CPR certified
  • Parent interaction
  • Peer mentoring
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Curriculum development
  • Special education
  • Prevention strategies
  • Interventions understanding

Timeline

Lead Educator (room Leader)

Bambini Early Learning Centre Hampton
01.2017 - Current

Rooms Leader

Minnows Early Learning Cheltenham
12.2014 - 01.2017

Coeducator ( Qualified Assistant Casual)

Good Start Early Learning Centres
12.2013 - 12.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Studying Bachelor of Early Child Hood Education

Deakin University, Waurn Ponds Campus
VANI SANTOSH