Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Childcare skills
References
Timeline
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Zalak Patel

Watson,ACT

Summary

Enthusiastic childcare professional with three years of diverse experience, including roles as a Trainee Educator, Assistant Educator, and Room Leader for toddlers and junior preschool. Experienced in weekly programming, observation, and summative assessment, with a solid background in using Story park for daily updates. Also skilled in various administrative tasks, including reception duties and record-keeping. Looking to apply my skills and knowledge as a Childcare Administration Assistant.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Room Leader, Junior Preschool

Bright Bees Early Learning Centre
01.2024 - Current
  • Led junior preschool classroom, planning and implementing engaging educational activities. Conducted weekly programming, and observed and assessed children's development. Maintained daily updates and records in Story park, communicating with parents about their children's progress.

Room Leader, Toddler Room

Bright Bees Early Learning Centre
08.2023 - 01.2024
  • Managed toddler room, creating nurturing and stimulating environment for early learners. Developed and executed lesson plans and assessments tailored to toddlers’ needs. Recorded daily activities and milestones in Story park, ensuring comprehensive updates for parents.

Assistant Educator

Bright Bees Early Learning Centre
03.2022 - 08.2023
  • Supported lead educator in daily classroom activities and child development programs. Assisted with observations and assessments, contributing to individualized learning plans. Helped with administrative tasks such as record-keeping and managing classroom resources.

Trainee Educator

Bright Bees Early Learning Centre
02.2022 - 03.2022
  • Assisted with running classroom and supporting kids’ learning and play. - Helped with programming and assessments, gaining valuable experience in early childhood education. - Managed various admin tasks and kept records organized.

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care -

03.2024

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care -

02.2023

Bachelor’s of Civil Engineering -

01.2018

Skills

  • Age-Appropriate Activities
  • Childcare Programming
  • Observation &Assessment
  • Administrative Tasks
  • Organization
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Hygiene practices
  • Devlopmental milestones
  • Patience and Empathy
  • Allergy awareness
  • Food handling
  • Supervisory skills
  • Influencing Others

Certification

  • First Aid - National CPRF Foundation (2024)
  • ASCIA anaphylaxis – ASCIA (2024)
  • Keeping Children and Young People Safe Training - ACT (2024)
  • Safe chemical handling Training
  • Infection Control Training – Covid 19
  • Safe sleep Basics for Early Childhood Educators – Red Nose Australia

Childcare skills

  • Childcare Programming: Designing and implementing educational activities for toddlers and preschoolers.
  • Observation & Assessment: Tracking and documenting children’s progress effectively.
  • Storypark: Experienced in daily updates and record-keeping.
  • Administrative Tasks: Reception duties, record-keeping, and general office support.
  • Communication: Strong interpersonal skills with parents, children, and team members.
  • Organization: Efficient in managing tasks and maintaining an organized environment.

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Room Leader, Junior Preschool

Bright Bees Early Learning Centre
01.2024 - Current

Room Leader, Toddler Room

Bright Bees Early Learning Centre
08.2023 - 01.2024

Assistant Educator

Bright Bees Early Learning Centre
03.2022 - 08.2023

Trainee Educator

Bright Bees Early Learning Centre
02.2022 - 03.2022

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care -

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care -

Bachelor’s of Civil Engineering -

Zalak Patel