Clara Lavender
Te Puna,BOP
Summary
Dedicated Early Childhood Assisting Teacher experienced in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Fostered collaborative learning environments that encouraged children's growth and achievement through effective classroom management and lesson planning. Emphasized reliability and flexibility to ensure smooth, effective teaching outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childcare Assisting Teacher
New Shoots
2022.05 - 2025.10
- Provided pastoral care 40 hours per week, supporting children's language development and physical coordination to help them achieve developmental milestones.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with families and children, fostering collaboration and respect for families' values.
- Maintained accurate records of interests, skills, and behavior of children's progress using computer systems for documentation purposes.
- Coordinated care with interdisciplinary teams and community contacts to enhance continuity of care for children and families.
- Uphold the standards set by the centre's vision, philosophy, and values.
Maintain full compliance of the relevant educational framework - Te Whariki, by actively promoting holistic contemporary pedagogies and practices, in context to the legislative document. - Ensure Health and Safety is maintained throughout all activities, both inside and outside environments.
- Attend all staff meetings, personal developments, and first aid trainings.
Early Childcare Assisting Teacher
Best Start
2019.06 - 2020.02
- Fostered strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues through open communication, enhancing a supportive learning environment.
- Established clear expectations and modelled appropriate conduct to effectively manage classroom behaviour, consistently reinforcing routines through pro-social techniques.
- Delivered early years lessons at New Shoots, following nursery curriculum plans.
- Planned child-centered activities supporting learning, play, and school readiness.
- Assessed child development through observations, records, and daily notes.
Early Childcare Assisting Teacher
Waiapu Kids, St Georges Centre
2017.09 - 2019.06
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and behaviour to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Pursued professional development opportunities through workshops, improving teaching skills and approaches.
- Observed and documented learning for families through the document of Te Whāriki.
Customer Service Representative
Tegel Foods Ltd
2015.04 - 2016.12
- Processed and managed all orders for Lower North Island, ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
- Processing and managing all the orders within that region - (All of Lower North Island).
- Performed data entry tasks accurately and efficiently.
- Consistently met project deadlines through effective time management.
Bar Server
Whakatane Hotel - The Craic
2014.11 - 2015.02
- Maintained clean, organized bar environment to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Mastered various bar equipment and tools to optimize drink-making efficiency.
- Assisted wait staff in fulfilling customer requests at Craic bar/restaurant. of 4-5 - person wait staff who attended to specific needs of countless customers daily for the Craic bar/restaurant with social relevancy and intentionality.
Hospitality Worker
White House Café
2013.10 - 2014.01
- Executed general cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, washing dishes, and emptying trash, to maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards.
- Prepared food and beverages while ensuring compliance with quality and safe food-handling standards for customer satisfaction.
- Greeted café guests and provided friendly service at White House Café
- Prepared beverages and food orders following White House Café service standards
- Set up dining areas and maintained clean guest seating spaces
Caregiver
Private Client
2012.08 - 2013.01
- Ensured child safety through vigilant supervision and strict adherence to family expectations, fostering a secure environment.
- Demonstrated proficiency in emergency response techniques and first aid, including CPR, in various situations.
- Managed daily and nightly routines and rituals to maintain consistency for the children.
- Coordinated daily and nightly routines to create a stable and predictable environment for the children.
Fruit Harvester
Blueberry Corner
2011.01 - 2011.03
- Coordinated tasks with team members to maintain workflow during busy harvest season.
- Loaded and transported harvested items into delivery trucks for timely delivery.
- Hand-picked ripe blueberries for Blueberry Corner harvest operations
- Inspected berry quality and sorted fruit by ripeness
- Cared for picking tools and harvest containers
Junior Personal Assistant
Phoenix Pharmacy
2010.02 - 2010.11
- Organized and maintained filing system for personal and professional documentation.
- Coordinated errands and managed mail for career professionals, ensuring timely delivery and organization.
- Managed calendars, appointments, and meeting schedules for Phoenix Pharmacy leadership.
- Screened calls, emails, and visitor requests for Phoenix Pharmacy office.
- Coordinated travel, meetings, and daily priorities for Phoenix Pharmacy management.
Education
Professional And Educational Development
Skills
- Curriculum implementation
- Child development
- Emergency response
- Relationship building
- Parental collaboration
- Collaborative learning
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
- Growth mindset
References
To be contacted upon request.
Timeline
Early Childcare Assisting Teacher
New Shoots
2022.05 - 2025.10
Early Childcare Assisting Teacher
Best Start
2019.06 - 2020.02
Early Childcare Assisting Teacher
Waiapu Kids, St Georges Centre
2017.09 - 2019.06
Customer Service Representative
Tegel Foods Ltd
2015.04 - 2016.12
Bar Server
Whakatane Hotel - The Craic
2014.11 - 2015.02
Hospitality Worker
White House Café
2013.10 - 2014.01
Caregiver
Private Client
2012.08 - 2013.01
Fruit Harvester
Blueberry Corner
2011.01 - 2011.03
Junior Personal Assistant
Phoenix Pharmacy
2010.02 - 2010.11
Professional And Educational Development