Angela Whitney
Hilltop,Taupo
Summary
Knowledgeable support professional with experience assisting teachers in classrooms, between classes and during field trips. Devoted to student learning and safety. Always ready to step in and help with any need.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Dynamic Relievers
, Taupo
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted teachers in preparing materials for classroom activities.
- Provided assistance to children with their daily routines and activities.
- Supervised and monitored the safety of children in the classroom environment.
- Organized play areas, toys, and other learning materials to promote creative play.
- Read stories, sang songs, played games, and assisted in crafts with groups of children.
- Helped maintain a clean and healthy classroom environment.
- Observed children's development and reported any concerns to lead teacher.
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate behaviors.
Early Childhood Educator
Taupo Childrens Corner
, Taupo
11.2023 - Current
- Provided a safe and stimulating learning environment for young children.
- Developed age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, social and intellectual development of children.
- Observed and monitored the behavior of children in order to ensure safety and provide positive guidance.
- Implemented appropriate strategies to manage challenging behaviors.
- Organized indoor and outdoor playtime activities to promote physical and mental development of children.
- Encouraged creativity through art, music, dramatic play and other creative activities.
- Collaborated with parents in order to discuss their child's progress or any concerns they may have had regarding their child's development or behavior.
- Planned field trips such as visits to local parks, museums, libraries for educational purposes.
- Fostered an atmosphere that encourages respect for all individuals regardless of gender, race or religion.
- Attended team meetings with other educators in order to share best practices or discuss any issues related to childcare services.
- Promoted effective communication between staff members by participating actively in team meetings.
Learning Support Teacher
Murchison Area School
Murchison, Tasman
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Provided individualized instruction to students with learning disabilities.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on state standards and the needs of the students.
- Assessed student progress through ongoing formative and summative assessments.
- Supported students in developing appropriate social skills and behavior management techniques.
- Created an environment that was conducive to learning through positive reinforcement methods.
- Collaborated closely with classroom teachers, administrators, parents, and other professionals to ensure best practices for all students.
- Maintained focused, inclusive and supportive learning environments.
- Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to foster learning.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
Early Childcare Assistant
Murchison Kindergarten
Murchison, Tasman
02.2018 - 08.2020
- Assisted in the daily operations of a childcare center, including greeting families and children.
- Supervised children during indoor and outdoor playtime, ensuring their safety at all times.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay up-to-date on state regulations and best practices.
- Organized art projects, games, reading activities and other stimulating educational experiences for the children.
- Helped maintain a clean environment by sanitizing toys and equipment regularly.
- Read stories to the children as part of an early literacy program.
- Assisted with diaper changes, potty breaks and mealtime routines.
- Monitored playground equipment for safety hazards such as broken swings or sharp edges.
- Created a warm atmosphere that was conducive to learning and socialization.
Education
Bachelor of Teacher Early Childhood -
Te Rito Maioha
04-2023
Skills
- Creative lesson planning
- Classroom Organization
- Emotional Support
- Special Needs Support
- Reliability
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- First-aid and CPR
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Positive Reinforcement
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Dynamic Relievers
06.2024 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Taupo Childrens Corner
11.2023 - Current
Learning Support Teacher
Murchison Area School
09.2019 - 08.2020
Early Childcare Assistant
Murchison Kindergarten
02.2018 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Teacher Early Childhood -
Te Rito Maioha