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Aleisha Wallace

Auckland,AUK

Summary

Compassionate Early Childhood Educator with a passion for teaching and supporting young learners in nurturing a love of learning.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Qualified Early Childhood Teacher

Natural Steps Early Childhood Ellerslie Village
11.2015 - Current
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Mentored new kaiako, sharing effective teaching strategies and providing support.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
  • Enhanced tamariki learning by incorporating hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences.
  • Developed strong relationships with whānau, conducting regular communication to keep them informed about their tamariki.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive learning environment to help tamariki feel safe.
  • Sanitized resources and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for tamariki.
  • Maintained detailed documentation on each tamariki interests and learning.

Dance Teacher

Neverland Studios
02.2019 - Current
  • Choreographed unique routines tailored to individual student abilities, enhancing each dancer''s strengths while improving areas of weakness.
  • Planned routines for recitals and performances.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, encouraging them to develop self-confidence through the art of dance.
  • Recognized and adapted to different learning styles to productively communicate and teach materials to all students.
  • Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques, foundations and gross and fine motor skill development.
  • Promoted creative expression to encourage students to explore dance as art and self expression through movement.
  • Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
  • Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
  • Monitored student behaviour to identify potential issues and address problems appropriately.
  • Created safe and inclusive environment where students felt comfortable expressing themselves through dance, regardless of their background or experience level.

Retail Sales Professional

Adidas Outlet
11.2016 - 02.2021

Collaborated with team members to create visually appealing merchandising displays that attracted customer attention.

  • Assisted in opening and closing procedures, ensuring smooth transition between shifts and proper security measures were followed.
  • Addressed customer inquiries via phone ensuring prompt responses that resolved issues efficiently.
  • Provided guidance to new hires on store procedures, product information, and sales techniques for success in their role.
  • Supported a positive work environment, fostering camaraderie among team members leading to improved performance.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.

Education

Bachelor of Education (Teaching) - Early Childhood Education

The University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ
11.2020

High School Diploma -

Pakuranga College
Auckland, NZ
12.2016

Skills

  • Play-Based Learning
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Health and safety
  • Lesson Planning
  • Social Skills Development
  • Creative Thinking
  • Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Early Childhood Development

Accomplishments

    Completed a one day high-school gateway experience with Maeve Morrison at the Manukau super clinic, Cleft Palate unit in 2016.

Timeline

Dance Teacher

Neverland Studios
02.2019 - Current

Retail Sales Professional

Adidas Outlet
11.2016 - 02.2021

Qualified Early Childhood Teacher

Natural Steps Early Childhood Ellerslie Village
11.2015 - Current

Bachelor of Education (Teaching) - Early Childhood Education

The University of Auckland

High School Diploma -

Pakuranga College
Aleisha Wallace