Xia (Vicky) Lin
Canberra,ACT
Summary
Creative and energetic Early Childhood Education professional devoted to offering diverse activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Friendly, supportive and motivated with strong desire to promote student potential. Offering 14 years of experience with passion for building strong rapport with faculty, students and caregivers.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Teacher/ Educational Leader
Kinder heaven- Gungahlin
12.2023 - Current
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing effective teaching strategies and providing support as they acclimated to the school culture.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Developed monthly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
Accountant/ Admin
TTL Construction Pty Ltd
04.2021 - Current
- Manage payroll processing;
- Control and accounting including assisting with materials procurement;
- Ensure client requirements are met for the supply of job documentation
- Managing and processing monthly claims and invoices
- Creating of purchase orders and receipting of supplier invoices
- Assist with OH&S, Sales, HR and Finance tasks on-boarding of new staff.
Early childhood teacher
Lavender lane early learning services Gungahlin
04.2021 - 12.2023
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Led professional development sessions for other teachers on effective classroom management strategies.
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects in daily lesson plans.
- Implemented individualized instruction plans tailored to each student''s unique strengths and weaknesses.
- Established a safe and nurturing classroom environment where students felt comfortable taking risks and expressing themselves creatively.
- Streamlined assessment processes by implementing digital tools, reducing grading time and improving feedback quality.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
Early Childhood Teacher / Educational Leader
Greenwood early learning centre/Greenwood Lane Cove ( Sydney)
12.2017 - 04.2021
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing support throughout their first year of teaching.
- Developed strong rapport with parents through regular communication, promoting active involvement in their child''s education.
- Endure a safe and educational environment for young children, manage teaching staff, develop curricula in coordination with educators, communicate with parents, and uphold the centre’s reputation amongst the local commuities.
- Oversee and participate in appropriate procedures for effectively managing incidents and emergencies and ensure all team members and children are aware of the procedures.
- Centre ordering (stationery/ winc order)
- Co-operative with centre manager to using the ACECQA’s self-assessment tool to identify service strength, areas of compliance, and opportunities for quality improvement
- Mentored fellow educators and trainee's work performance by regular meeting and appraisal to achieve open communication and professional development
- Ensured child protection legislation and service policies are compliant with the practises being conducted by all members
- Developed co-operative relationships with nominated supervisor, approved provider and other educators and provided feedback to supervisors regarding service operations and conflict resolution
Early Childhood Teacher (Full-Time)
Albyn road Early Learning Centre, Sydney
02.2017 - 12.2017
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Plan and implement developmentally-appropriate curriculum and activities covering all developmental domains
- Create engaging, play-based learning experiences to promote cognitive, physical, social-emotional, and language/literacy skills
- Facilitate circle times, read-alouds, small/large group instruction
- Observe, document, and assess each child's interests, progress, and needs
- Foster independence, self-help abilities, and school readiness
- Cultivate a nurturing, print-rich classroom environment
- Build positive relationships with children through warm interactions
- Utilize effective classroom management and positive guidance techniquesPartner with families, sharing children's experiences and developmental updates
- Collaborate with co-teachers, specialists, and administrati
Early Childhood Teacher (Full-Time)
Roselands Early Learning Centre, Sydney
07.2016 - 02.2017
Bookkeeper/Administration
DQL Pty Ltd, Sydney
12.2011 - 03.2014
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
- Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
- Monitored incoming payments from clients, ensuring prompt application of funds against outstanding invoices.
Assistant Educator
Rainbow Education Child Care Centre, Sydney
05.2011 - 06.2012
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and implementing effective classroom management strategies.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a supportive educational community.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
- Nurture social-emotional development through positive interactions. Document children's progress.
Assistant Educator
ABC Ashfield Child Care Centre, Sydney
02.2010 - 05.2011
- Supported early language development through storytelling, reading books, and engaging children in interactive conversations.
- Managed daily routines efficiently, ensuring smooth transitions between different activities throughout the day without any loss of instructional time.
- Created a nurturing and safe environment for children to grow emotionally, socially, and academically.
- Enhanced children''s learning experiences by incorporating engaging play activities and age-appropriate educational materials.
- Established strong relationships with families through open communication channels and participation in school events.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Education
Master of Education (Teaching Birth to 5) - Early Childhood Education
University of Western Sydney
Sydney, NSW12.2017
Certificate IV Training and Assessment - Training And Assessment
Morley Training Centre
Sydney, NSW12.2017
Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Birth to 5/Birth to 12) - Early Childhood Education
University of Western Sydney
Sydney, NSW12.2015
Diploma of Children's Services -
AICL
Sydney, NSW12.2012
Certificate III in Children's Services -
AICL
Sydney, NSW12.2011
Certificate IV in Business -
Australian Nationwide College (ANC)
Sydney, NSW12.2009
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Team Collaboration
- Strong Work Ethic
- Curriculum Development
- Safety regulations compliance
- Staff Management
- Classroom Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Documentation and Record Keeping
- Play-Based Learning
- Administrative Functions
Accomplishments
Underwent 5 assessment and rating reviews/evaluations for the child care center
Languages
Chinese (Cantonese)
Chinese (Mandarin)
English
Timeline
Early Childhood Teacher/ Educational Leader
Kinder heaven- Gungahlin
12.2023 - Current
Accountant/ Admin
TTL Construction Pty Ltd
04.2021 - Current
Early childhood teacher
Lavender lane early learning services Gungahlin
04.2021 - 12.2023
Early Childhood Teacher / Educational Leader
Greenwood early learning centre/Greenwood Lane Cove ( Sydney)
12.2017 - 04.2021
Early Childhood Teacher (Full-Time)
Albyn road Early Learning Centre, Sydney
02.2017 - 12.2017
Early Childhood Teacher (Full-Time)
Roselands Early Learning Centre, Sydney
07.2016 - 02.2017
Bookkeeper/Administration
DQL Pty Ltd, Sydney
12.2011 - 03.2014
Assistant Educator
Rainbow Education Child Care Centre, Sydney
05.2011 - 06.2012
Assistant Educator
ABC Ashfield Child Care Centre, Sydney
02.2010 - 05.2011
Master of Education (Teaching Birth to 5) - Early Childhood Education
University of Western Sydney
Certificate IV Training and Assessment - Training And Assessment
Morley Training Centre
Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Birth to 5/Birth to 12) - Early Childhood Education
University of Western Sydney
Diploma of Children's Services -
AICL
Certificate III in Children's Services -
AICL
Certificate IV in Business -
Australian Nationwide College (ANC)
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