Yidan Zhang
Melbourne,VIC
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Teacher (Placement Student)
Little Patch
- Planning engaging activities based on children's interests and needs following EYLF and NQS
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
Early Childhood Teacher (Placement Student)
Creative Play Childcare & Early Learning Centre
- Planning engaging activities based on children's interests and needs following EYLF and NQS.
- Assisted in developing and delivering Mandarin language lessons for children aged 3-5 years who participate in Mandarin Class, incorporating play-based and interactive learning methods.
- Supported classroom activities, focusing on language acquisition through games, songs, and storytelling.
Chinese Tutor
Private Tutor
02.2017 - 05.2019
- Assisted students in preparing for standardized Chinese proficiency exams, resulting in improved test scores.
- Expanded student vocabulary through targeted word lists, flashcards, and immersive conversation practice sessions.
Causal Early Childhood Teacher
Randstad
05.2022 - 03.2024
- Mentored new teachers, sharing effective teaching strategies and providing support as they acclimated to the school culture.
Causal Early Childhood Teacher
Randstad
05.2024 - Current
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
Education
Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) - Education
University of Melbourne
Parkville, VIC12-2021
Master of Communication -
University of South Australia
Adelaide, SA12-2023
Skills
- Mandarin Language Proficiency: Native speaker
- Early Childhood Education Knowledge: Understanding of child development, curriculum planning, and educational frameworks
- Bilingual Education: Experience in integrating Mandarin language into early childhood programs
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with experience in parent-teacher communication
- Team Collaboration
- Creativity: Designing engaging activities and lessons to promote Mandarin language learning
Certifications
- Protecting Children – Mandatory Reporting Training
- Working with Children Check
- Language Proficiency Assessment (Mandarin)
Visa Status
Permanent Resident
Timeline
Causal Early Childhood Teacher
Randstad
05.2024 - Current
Causal Early Childhood Teacher
Randstad
05.2022 - 03.2024
Chinese Tutor
Private Tutor
02.2017 - 05.2019
Early Childhood Teacher (Placement Student)
Little Patch
Early Childhood Teacher (Placement Student)
Creative Play Childcare & Early Learning Centre
Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) - Education
University of Melbourne
Master of Communication -
University of South Australia
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