Xiao Su （Sasha）
PERTH,ACT
Summary
Bilingual early childhood educator with experience across Birth–5 and language learning environments, specialising in Mandarin and EAL/D support. Committed to inclusive, relationship-centred pedagogy and EYLF-aligned practice. Available full-time from early November 2025.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Vocal Coach
AUQI Music School
10.2020 - 06.2025
- Led confidence-building vocal coaching.
- Supported pronunciation & speech rhythm.
- Adapted lessons for EAL/D learners.
- Prepared students for recitals & performances.
Chinese Teacher
Qinghua Chinese School
10.2018 - 06.2025
- Delivered Mandarin learning for ages 3–14.
- Differentiated lessons by learner profile.
- Led cultural and festival-based learning experiences.
- Developed pinyin & vocabulary sequences.
- Facilitated student showcases.
Casual Childcare Educator
Affinity Education Group
09.2024 - 04.2025
- Implemented EYLF-aligned experiences and routines in 3–5s.
- Promoted wellbeing & belonging through warm relationships.
- Supported documentation for planning cycles.
- Maintained safe, inclusive environments.
- Engaged families to support continuity of learning.
Casual Educator
Pine Cottage Early Education
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Facilitated developmentally appropriate activities that promoted social, emotional, and cognitive growth.
- Supported play-based environments for 3–5s.
- Encouraged peer interaction & self-regulation.
- Assisted with routines and transitions.
English & Literacy Tutor
Private Client
09.2017 - 12.2018
- Developed tailored literacy plans to meet individual student needs.
- Delivered 1:1 English literacy support.
- Built vocabulary & oral language confidence.
- Implemented interactive reading strategies to enhance comprehension skills.
Education
Master of Education - Education
Western Sydney University
Sydney, New South Wales, NSW04-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Western Sydney University
07-2023
Diploma of Early Childhood Education - Education
Bedford College
Sydney, NSW04-2019
Skills
Early Childhood Practice
EYLF-aligned planning & implementation
Play-based and inquiry-based pedagogy
Behaviour guidance & co-regulation
Observation and documentation
Language & Bilingual Education
Mandarin instruction (heritage second language)
EAL/D learner support strategies
Vocabulary, phonics & oral language development
Intercultural learning and cultural literacy
Teaching & Learning Approaches
Differentiated instruction
Small group/targeted intervention
Relationship-based pedagogy
Classroom readiness & transition-to-school support
Professional Skills
Family engagement and communication
Collaboration within educator teams
Reflective teaching practice
Child wellbeing and safeguarding awareness
Languages
Chinese
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Casual Childcare Educator
Affinity Education Group
09.2024 - 04.2025
Casual Educator
Pine Cottage Early Education
04.2023 - 08.2023
Vocal Coach
AUQI Music School
10.2020 - 06.2025
Chinese Teacher
Qinghua Chinese School
10.2018 - 06.2025
English & Literacy Tutor
Private Client
09.2017 - 12.2018
Master of Education - Education
Western Sydney University
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Western Sydney University
Diploma of Early Childhood Education - Education
Bedford College