Zoe Horsfall
Benalla,VIC
Summary
Dedicated Childcare Educator with a strong work ethic and a passion for fostering children's development at Benalla Kids Cottage. Expert in implementing age-appropriate activities and play-based learning, while ensuring child safety and hygiene practices. Known for building positive relationships with families and providing compassionate support to enhance emotional well-being.
Developed skills in childcare environment, focusing on creating supportive and stimulating experiences for children. Adept at communication, conflict resolution, and nurturing individual growth. Seeking to transition these skills into new role where they can make positive impact.
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Educator
Benalla Kids Cottage
Benalla, VIC
12.2023 - Current
- Coordinated with other staff members effectively in order to provide a cohesive childcare program promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Ensured the health and safety of children by consistently monitoring their activities both indoors and outdoors.
- Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs and discuss progress reports regularly.
- Implemented hands-on learning opportunities that encouraged exploration, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills among children.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Maintained safety and cleanliness by sterilizing toys and surfaces.
- Established a safe, secure, and inclusive classroom setting where all children felt welcomed and valued.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Communicated with children's guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Supported the emotional well-being of each child by providing compassionate care during moments of distress or anxiety.
- Enhanced children''s cognitive and social development by implementing age-appropriate activities and games.
- Streamlined daily routines, resulting in increased efficiency and smoother classroom operations.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Developed strong relationships with families, maintaining open communication channels for optimal support of each child''s growth and wellbeing.
- Continuously updated knowledge on best practices through professional development workshops and training sessions for consistent improvement in teaching methodologies.
- Provided individualized instruction and support to meet personal needs of each child.
- Promoted positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a nurturing learning environment for all children.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Prepared children for a seamless transition to the next level of education by focusing on key foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
- Contributed to the development of age-appropriate curriculum materials that aligned with state standards for early childhood education programs.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, meal counts, emergency contact information, ensuring compliance with state regulations.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Education
Certificate III - Early Childhood Care And Education
Practical Outcomes
07-2025
High School Diploma -
Benalla P 12 Colleage
Benalla, VIC12-2023
Certificate II - Automotive Vocational Preparation
Australian Institute of Education And Training
Melbourne, VIC11-2023
Certificate III - Sport And Recreation
Savile
Melbourne, VIC10-2023
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Age-appropriate activities
- Early childhood education
- Hygiene practices
- CPR training
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Documentation
- Child safety procedures
- Strong work ethic
- CPR and first aid
- Friendly and likeable
- Activity planning
- Time management
- Active listener
- Play-based learning
- Classroom organization
- Positive role model
- Health and safety
- Loves children
- Child safety
- Problem-solving
- Training in food handling preparation
- First aid training
- Approachable
- Child care
- Infant care
- Emergency procedures
- Conflict resolution
- Arts, crafts, and games
- Nutrition knowledge
- Adept at working with special needs children
- Social skills development
- Meal preparation
- Storytelling and crafts
- Gentle discipline
- Infant, toddler, and preschool curricula
- Housekeeping
Timeline
Childcare Educator
Benalla Kids Cottage
12.2023 - Current
Certificate III - Early Childhood Care And Education
Practical Outcomes
High School Diploma -
Benalla P 12 Colleage
Certificate II - Automotive Vocational Preparation
Australian Institute of Education And Training
Certificate III - Sport And Recreation
Savile