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Nina McKenzie

Pforzheim

Summary

Certified Kindergarten Teacher creates and runs programs to educate beginning students and improve school readiness. Fosters growth and development in children while encouraging strong partnerships with families. Dedicated teacher with demonstrated ability to motivate and engage students in learning. Manages diverse classroom, assessing student progress and developing positive relationships with students and parents. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to continuously enhance professional knowledge and skills with a goal of being a highly qualified, organised and effective teacher.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Kindergarten Teacher -Placement-4 Yr Kindergarten

Homestead Family And Children’s Services
10.2023 - 11.2023
  • Identified characteristics, needs, abilities, and problems of each child through personal interaction and progress reports to optimize approaches.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative team work and hands-on activities.
  • Promoted learning through play with engaging activities and experiences.
  • Built positive relationships with children and families for safe, trusted learning support.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
  • Collaborated in planning, organizing and implementing instructional programs to facilitate academic, intellectual and social development.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Lead Educator(3 Year Kindergarten)

Hothlyn Drive Children's Centre And Kindergarten
02.2022 - 09.2023
  • Enhanced room management, fostering a positive learning and cultural inclusive environment for all children and colleagues
  • Fostered children's curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Planned and delivered quality educational programs aligned with the curriculum outcomes
  • Delegated task and provided advice to other educators
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying children's needs.
  • Organised parent teacher meet to discuss developments of children and increase support.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve child participation and hands-on learning.
  • Supported children in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Participated in ongoing professional growth opportunities, staying current on educational trends and research findings to continuously improve teaching effectiveness.
  • Established positive relationships with children, parents, colleagues, and administrators to foster a supportive educational community.
  • Observed children's developmental progress and plan to further their learning and development
  • Advocated for children's rights, delivered equal rights and inclusive practices.

Assistant Educator (Toddler's Room)

Hothlyn Drive Children's Centre And Kindergarten
02.2021 - 02.2022


  • Followed safety procedures, implemented safety checks
  • Helped with daily routines
  • Promoted health and safety concepts
  • Actively supervised children and provided individual care
  • Implemented learning experiences
  • Promoted positive learning experiences
  • Worked in partnership with families and colleagues
  • Provided respectful and positive relationship with children, their families and colleagues



Educator - Placement (0-5 Years Olds)

Goodstart Early Learning Centre
02.2016 - 03.2016

· Maintained a safe, secure and accessible environment.

· Worked collaboratively and communicated effectively with other educators.

· Actively supervised children and provided individual care

· Implemented learning experiences

· Ensured health and safety of children


Education

Bachelor in Early Childhood Teaching - Early Childhood Education

Victoria University
Melbourne, VIC
11.2023

Diploma - Early Childhood Education

Kangan Institute
Melbourne, VIC
11.2021

Certificate III - Early Childhood Education And Care

Open Colleges
Melbourne, VIC
08.2016

Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management

Cebu Technological University
Philippines
03.2011

Skills

  • Program Planning
  • Early Childhood Development
  • Classroom Management
  • Health and safety
  • Parent Communication
  • Assessment and Evaluation
  • Music and Movement
  • Active Supervision
  • Play-Based Learning
  • Team Collaboration
  • Creative Thinking
  • Adaptability
  • Continuous Improvement

Certification


  • Working with Children Check
  • HLTAID004- Emergency First Aid in an Education and Care Setting
  • Wings To Fly- Social & Emotional Wellbeing in the Early Years
  • Do Food Safely
  • Child Protection- Mandatory Reporting and Other Obligations for the Early Childhood Sector
  • STEM Workshop

Objective:

To obtain a position that will enable me to use my varied skills, experiences and my natural ability to get along and work well with people.

Timeline

Kindergarten Teacher -Placement-4 Yr Kindergarten

Homestead Family And Children’s Services
10.2023 - 11.2023

Lead Educator(3 Year Kindergarten)

Hothlyn Drive Children's Centre And Kindergarten
02.2022 - 09.2023

Assistant Educator (Toddler's Room)

Hothlyn Drive Children's Centre And Kindergarten
02.2021 - 02.2022

Educator - Placement (0-5 Years Olds)

Goodstart Early Learning Centre
02.2016 - 03.2016

Bachelor in Early Childhood Teaching - Early Childhood Education

Victoria University

Diploma - Early Childhood Education

Kangan Institute

Certificate III - Early Childhood Education And Care

Open Colleges

Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management

Cebu Technological University
Nina McKenzie