Ziqi Zhou
Parkville
Summary
Dedicated and highly motivated Early Childhood Education professional with a strong foundation in both academic knowledge and hands-on experience. Passionate about creating supportive, inclusive, and culturally responsive learning environments where children feel empowered to express their individuality and reach their full potential.
I take pride in building strong, trusting relationships with families and colleagues, recognizing that a child’s learning experience is enriched through open communication and partnership.
Experienced in the Reggio Emilia approach and play-based learning, I am deeply committed to designing the curriculum guided by children’s interests, incorporating family input, and ensuring compliance with the NQS and national regulations to create an environment where every child thrives.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Casual Educator
Anzuk Education
11.2024 - Current
- Work across various centres and age groups through the agency, gaining diverse experience from baby and toddler rooms to kinder rooms, sessional kindergartens, and occasional care
- Adapted to different environments while building strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues
- Supported permanent staff by implementing play-based learning and Reggio Emilia approach to enhance children's developmental outcomes
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Supporting children with special needs, providing individualized assistance, and adapting learning experiences to ensure inclusivity and engagement.
Casual Educator
Goodstart
11.2024 - Current
- Delivered high-quality care and education for children aged 0-5
- Assisted in planning and implementing age-appropriate activities that promote cognitive, physical, and social development
- Supported inclusive practices by tailoring activities to meet the needs of children with diverse abilities and cultural backgrounds
- Actively contributed to creating a safe and inclusive learning environment by following strict health, safety, and hygiene practices
- Collaborated with permanent staff to deliver engaging, play-based programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
Sales Assistant
Seed Heritage
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Provided friendly and efficient service, assisting customers with product inquiries and purchases
- Utilized strong communication and collaboration skills to work closely with team members to ensure smooth store operations
- Assisted with stock management, including restocking shelves, organizing inventory, and conducting regular stock checks
Tax Accountant Internship
RJ Plus
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Assisted in preparing individual and corporate tax returns, ensuring compliance with tax regulations
- Collaborated with clients to collect documentation, address discrepancies, and provide guidance on tax inquiries
- Worked with senior accountants to meet tight deadlines and deliver high-quality services
- Organized and maintained accurate client and financial records for efficient access and retrieval
Education
Graduate Diploma - Early Childhood Education
RMIT University
Bundoora, VIC12.2024
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting & Finance
The University of Melbourne
Parkville, VIC12.2023
Victorian Certificate of Education - Years 9-12
Methodist Ladies' College (MLC)
Kew, VIC12.2020
Skills
- Strong knowledge in EYLF, VEYLDF and NQS, assessment and rating process
- Excellent multitasking, time management and communication skills
- Fluent verbal presentation and writing skills in English and Mandarin
- Student-centred classroom management
- Excellent educational program planning
- Detail-oriented approach
Certification
- Current WWCC
- Provisionally Registered VIT
- CPR, Anaphylaxis, Asthma and First Aid Certification
- Mandatory Reporting Certification
- Certified in DoFoodSafely
- Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification
- Credentialed Community Language Certification
Timeline
Casual Educator
Anzuk Education
11.2024 - Current
Casual Educator
Goodstart
11.2024 - Current
Tax Accountant Internship
RJ Plus
12.2022 - 02.2023
Sales Assistant
Seed Heritage
11.2022 - 12.2023
Graduate Diploma - Early Childhood Education
RMIT University
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting & Finance
The University of Melbourne
Victorian Certificate of Education - Years 9-12
Methodist Ladies' College (MLC)
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