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Wen (Sophia) Wen

Oakleigh,VIC

Summary

I graduated from Swinburne University with a Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood Education. During my 60-day placement, I had the opportunity to work across multiple childcare centres, collaborating with educators who had diverse teaching philosophies and connecting with children of unique personalities. I built strong relationships with both my colleagues and the children, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.

My teaching philosophy is rooted in inquiry-based and play-based learning, where I design engaging, age-appropriate activities that spark curiosity and creativity. I believe in the power of open-ended play to nurture children's independence and problem-solving skills. With a deep understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS), I strive to create a educational environment where every child feels valued and supported in their individual growth journey.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Placement

Guardian Childcare & Education
10.2024 - 11.2024
  • Worked in the 3-5 years room for 20 days.
  • Took full control of the classroom for 10 days, managing daily routines, leading group time sessions, and facilitating a variety of educational activities.
  • Carefully observe each child's interests and hobbies, and work with the room leader to develop a weekly curriculum based on what they are interested in.
  • Communicated effectively with parents, providing updates on their child's progress, highlighting strengths, and addressing any challenges, while also obtaining signed consent forms for upcoming activities.
  • Assisted in preparing for excursions, including organizing materials and ensuring safety protocols were followed, and actively participated in the excursions to supervise children and maintain order.

Placement

Robin's Nest Early Learning Centre
07.2024 - 08.2024
  • Worked in the 3-5 years room for 20 days.
  • Took full control for 3 days, collaborating with other educators to manage and coordinate daily activities and lesson plans.
  • Designed and implemented a series of STEM activities, sparking children's interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
  • Translated complex STEM concepts into interactive learning experiences suitable for children.

Placement

Little Lane Early Learning Centre
04.2024 - 04.2024
  • Worked in the 0-2 years room for 10 days.
  • Closely observing infants' and toddlers' behaviour and

development

  • Supported educators in planning and implementing age-appropriate, play-based learning activities that promoted cognitive, social, language, and emotional development.
  • Regularly prepared detailed activity reports for families, documenting children's learning and daily experiences at the centre, helping parents understand their child's growth and progress.

Placement

Little Lane Early Learning Centre
02.2024 - 02.2024
  • Worked in the 3-5 years room for 10 days.
  • Assisted teachers and staff in organizing and managing daily activities, providing support as needed to ensure smooth operations.
  • Familiarized myself with the centre's daily routines and helped ensure all activities were completed on schedule.
  • Observed children's daily activities and behaviours, providing personalized educational recommendations to support their adaptation and development.

Education

Master of Engineering And IT - Information Systems

University of Melbourne
Parkville, VIC
12-2026

Graduate Diploma - Early Childhood Education

Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne, VIC
12.2024

Bachelor of Science - Applied Data Science

Monash University
Melbourne, VIC
12.2023

Skills

  • Working with Children Check
  • Knowledge of EYLF & NQS: Strong understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS)
  • Collaborative & Communicative: Enjoy working in teams, sharing ideas, and listening to diverse perspectives
  • Observant & Creative: Skilled at observing children's interests and designing tailored activities to meet their needs
  • Artistic Ability: Proficient in drawing and creative arts
  • Bilingual: Fluent in both Mandarin and English

Timeline

Placement

Guardian Childcare & Education
10.2024 - 11.2024

Placement

Robin's Nest Early Learning Centre
07.2024 - 08.2024

Placement

Little Lane Early Learning Centre
04.2024 - 04.2024

Placement

Little Lane Early Learning Centre
02.2024 - 02.2024

Master of Engineering And IT - Information Systems

University of Melbourne

Graduate Diploma - Early Childhood Education

Swinburne University of Technology

Bachelor of Science - Applied Data Science

Monash University
Wen (Sophia) Wen