Some of my interests are running, cross-fit and outdoor activities
Alana Adams
Whangaparaoa,New Zealand
Summary
I completed my first year of study at New Zealand Tertiary College (NZTC) in 2024. I am determined to continue my educational journey towards a Bachelor of Teaching degree this year, I aim to complete this degree by the end of 2026. Over the past two years, I have gained valuable experience as an early childhood educator, working with babies, toddlers, and preschoolers through full-time positions and placement opportunities. I am now seeking to settle in the beautiful location of Tauranga to further develop and expand my expertise in early childhood education within the Bay of Plenty.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
Fantails Childcare Early Learning Centre
01.2023 - Current
- Building connections with children and families
- Supporting children to develop social and emotional skills
- Planning lessons and activities based on children’s interests
- Supporting children to learn in a free-play environment
- Administering First Aid when needed
- Ensuring documentation is completed
- Maintaining a safe and stimulating environment for the children
- Taking care of children’s basic needs such as changing nappies
- Undertaking ongoing professional development and learning
Checkout Supervisor
New World
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Customer Service
- Shift Supervising
- Cleaning and restocking the store
- Resolving any customer complaints/inquiries
- Organizing rosters
- Leading team productivity
Checkout Operator/Supervisor
Countdown
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Customer Service
- Stock security
- Shift supervising
- Organising online orders
- Product knowledge
- Till procedures
- Cleaning and restocking the store
Retail Sales Assistant – Casual
North Beach
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Sales
- Re-stocking
- Stock security
- Product knowledge
- Administration
- Merchandising
- Till procedures
- Cleaning and maintaining the store
Awesome Events staff
Red Badge
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Ticket collecting
- Ushering
Crew
Wendy’s Hamburgers
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Customer service
- Taking orders on the Front-Counter
- Handling cash
- Serving orders
- Cleaning the kitchen area/ restaurant
- Cooking
Crew
McDonalds
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Customer service
- Taking orders on the Drive-through/ Front-Counter
- Handling cash and providing the correct change
- Running orders for front counter and drive through
- Helping to clean the restaurant and kitchen area
- Assisting with cooking
Distributor
Home Care
01.2009 - 01.2010
- The assembling/ organising of magazines
- The delivery of approximately two hundred magazines per week
- The collection of homecare magazines and orders
Education
Bachelor of Teaching Degree -
New Zealand Tertiary College
01.2024
NCEA LEVEL3 - History
01.2014
NCEA LEVEL2 - History
01.2013
NCEA LEVEL1 - undefined
01.2012
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Ability to work under pressure
- Leadership
- Confidence
- Professionalism
- Excellent Customer Service
Hobbies and Interests
Running, cross-fit, outdoor activities
Determination
I have noticed that in anything I have set out to achieve whether it has been academic or professional I will put in every effort until I have accomplished my goal.
Working within a team
As an Early Childhood Educator, I have built upon my understanding towards the importance of working effectively within a team. I believe that teacher’s play a vital role in supporting social and emotional competence for our Tamariki, therefore I strive to set a good example by showing respect to my team, choosing a positive attitude, showing support and constant appreciation for everyone on my team.
Professionalism
While working as an Early Childhood Educator I have further developed my skills of professionalism by being punctual, dependable and honest while also striving to maintain professional boundaries and uphold the standards for the teaching profession. I strive to be warm and welcoming while also always upholding professionalism.
Interpersonal Skills
I believe I am friendly and get on well with others. I enjoy getting to know families and their children through positive interactions. I am confident when speaking to others and I communicate clearly. After working in various customer service roles for10+ years I have developed the ability to understand others, show patience, respect and compassion.
Interests
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
Fantails Childcare Early Learning Centre
01.2023 - Current
Checkout Supervisor
New World
01.2020 - 01.2023
Checkout Operator/Supervisor
Countdown
01.2016 - 01.2020
Retail Sales Assistant – Casual
North Beach
01.2015 - 01.2016
Awesome Events staff
Red Badge
01.2015 - 01.2016
Crew
Wendy’s Hamburgers
01.2014 - 01.2015
Crew
McDonalds
01.2013 - 01.2014
Distributor
Home Care
01.2009 - 01.2010
NCEA LEVEL3 - History
NCEA LEVEL2 - History
NCEA LEVEL1 - undefined
Bachelor of Teaching Degree -
New Zealand Tertiary College
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