Jason Forsyth
Hamilton,WKO
Summary
Experienced Early Childhood Educator with over 20 years supporting children’s learning, development, and wellbeing in inclusive early childhood settings. I have a strong commitment to working with children with diverse learning, developmental, and emotional needs, including those requiring additional support. I believe every child should have the opportunity to learn, grow, and participate fully within their community. Through a calm, patient, and empathetic approach, I build positive and trusting relationships with children and their families, supporting the development of confidence, independence, and belonging. I am motivated to apply my experience and skills in a role focused on supporting children with additional needs.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early childcare teacher
Midcity childcare centre
City center, Hamilton
06.2005 - Current
- Supported children in meeting diverse learning and developmental needs, enhancing individual growth and engagement.
- Built positive, trusting relationships with children and families, fostering a supportive community.
- Developed positive and trusting relationships with children and families to create a supportive environment.
- Provided behavior guidance and emotional regulation support to children during group activities.
- Fostered a nurturing environment that promoted social and emotional development.
- Creating inclusive learning environments
- Effective communication with children, families, and professionals
- Observation, assessment, and documentation
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Exhibited resilience and empathy to foster a supportive environment for children.
- Demonstrated patience, empathy, and resilience while supporting children's emotional needs.
- Created a nurturing environment that encouraged social and emotional growth.
All Round general crewworker
Mcdonalds
Frankton, Hamilton
04.1997 - 02.2004
- Supported food preparation and assembly of customer orders to ensure timely service.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of dining and kitchen areas to enhance customer experience.
- Operated kitchen equipment and tools safely and efficiently.
- Tracked inventory levels and restocked supplies to maintain operational efficiency.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and safety practices.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fraser High School.
Hamilton, NZ11-2020
Skills
- Child development
- Behavior guidance
- Child safety
- Parent engagement
- Nutrition knowledge
- First aid and CPR
- Activity planning
- Arts, crafts, and games
- Outdoor play supervision
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Parent engagement strategies
- Conflict mediation
- Problem solving
- Empathy and patience
- Active listener
Certification
- Ministry of Education’s Child Protection eLearning – Akoranga Whakamaru Tamaiti a-Tāhiko.
- First aid certificate - Practical training solutions.
- Environment safety and regulations certificate - Professional development.
- Facilitating and extending outdoor environments certificate - Professional development.
- A conservation education professional development day.
- Regulated - Kate and Kimberley - professional development
- Child protection certificate - Katina Beauchamp - Professional development
- A variety of other Professional developments over the 20+ years in early chilcare.
Timeline
Early childcare teacher
Midcity childcare centre
06.2005 - Current
All Round general crewworker
Mcdonalds
04.1997 - 02.2004
High School Diploma -
Fraser High School.