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Jenna Thomsen

Papamoa,BOP

Summary

Hard working, passionate, fun and dependable teacher, successful at multitasking with a positive attitude. Dedicated to best practice and willingness to take on roles and responsibilities to create a positive environment full of rich learning opportunities for children.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher in Training Early Childhood

Future Focus
06.2021 - Current
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

Teaching Assistant

Bloom Early Learning And Play
11.2020 - 05.2021

Infant and toddler room teacher. This role involved primary caregiving of 5 children which included writing learning stories, communication with families, cleaning, daily care of infants and providing learning opportunities and activities.

Part Time Office Administrator

A1 Homes Tauranga
01.2019 - 11.2020
  • MYOB entry
  • Reconciling creditors at end of month
  • Customer service enquiries
  • Liaising with A1homes specific suppliers


Beauty Therapist

Merivales Hair And Beauty
09.2009 - 07.2010

This position was created by Liz Graham, Owner of Merivales Hair design in Christchurch. I worked on commission only and generated my own clientele. I was the sole beautician within the business and was responsible for booking my own clients, retailing and performing all beauty treatments. In July 2010, I unexpectedly had my son at 25 weeks and unfortunately had to cease employment immediately due to his health concerns.

Senior Beauty Therapist

Champs Elysees Salon & Spa
01.2007 - 09.2009
  • Analysed clients skin care needs, and provided recommendations based on the analysis
  • Attended professional development courses to remain up to date on all products, techniques and methods.
  • Performed all beauty treatments such as waxing, manicures, pedicures, facials massage, microdermabrasion and IPL.
  • Reception duties including booking clients and answering phones and enquires.

Education

Bachelor in Teaching Early Childhood Education - Teaching

New Zealand Tertiary Collage
04.2024

Diploma in Beauty Therapy - Beauty Therapy

National School of Aesthetics
Christchurch
12.2006

Skills

  • Work well under pressure
  • Adaptable and good at solving problems
  • open-minded and inclusive of all cultures/ different walks of life
  • Dedicated to the care and wellbeing of children
  • Dedicated to best teaching practice and reflection on a daily basis
  • Excellent communication skills and relationship building with children and families

Personal life

I am a proud mother of three boys aged 13, 10 and 8 and have more or less grown up in the beautiful Bay of Plenty.  I am passionate about keeping active and enjoy Football in my spare time in which I play in a women's team for Papamoa.  You'll also find me walking the beach with my big dog Lucy, or heading out of town for some RnR in the coromandel.  I spent many years as a stay at home mother as I was passionate about the  early years of my children's lives and spending as much time as possible with them teaching them all about this crazy and beautiful world we live in.  We are a very social family and love to surround ourselves with fun and laughter.  I am looking forward to a long and fulfilled career in early childhood and whatever opportunities come my way in the future,

Timeline

Teacher in Training Early Childhood

Future Focus
06.2021 - Current

Teaching Assistant

Bloom Early Learning And Play
11.2020 - 05.2021

Part Time Office Administrator

A1 Homes Tauranga
01.2019 - 11.2020

Beauty Therapist

Merivales Hair And Beauty
09.2009 - 07.2010

Senior Beauty Therapist

Champs Elysees Salon & Spa
01.2007 - 09.2009

Bachelor in Teaching Early Childhood Education - Teaching

New Zealand Tertiary Collage

Diploma in Beauty Therapy - Beauty Therapy

National School of Aesthetics
Jenna Thomsen