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Kathrine Van Buren-Schele

Pukekohe,AUK

Summary

Motivated and dedicated individual with a passion for helping others. Thrives on engaging with new people and building meaningful connections. Demonstrates exceptional skills in task efficiency and time management, resulting in optimal productivity. Consistently delivers outstanding results, whether working collaboratively or independently. With nearly ten years of experience in the Early Childhood Education profession and becoming qualified in 2020, committed to fostering children's learning. Continuously seeking innovative approaches to enhance their educational journey, recognizing the uniqueness of each child and the importance of tailored instruction.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Early Childhood Educator

Farmhouse Preschool
07.2024 - Current
  • Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
  • Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
  • Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.

Early Childhood Educator

Little Ants
03.2023 - 06.2024

Early Childhood Educator

Mud Pies and Butterflies
06.2021 - 02.2022

Early Childhood Educator

Lollipops Educare
10.2016 - 06.2021

Sales Assistant

Cash Converters
02.2014 - 03.2015
  • Cash Converters purchases and resells pre-owned items.
  • Issued loans to customers.
  • Maintained comprehensive understanding of diverse product offerings across categories.
  • Supervised and optimized departmental processes for cash loans.
  • Resolved inquiries with a focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Submitted completed store audits for review at head office

Office Assistant

Scheduling Technologies
08.2012 - 01.2014
  • Company Overview: Scheduling Technologies is a computer programming business
  • Oversaw financial accounts with Xero.
  • Processed and distributed billing documents.
  • Executed follow-ups on potential client inquiries.
  • Entered data accurately and efficiently into database.

Office Assistant

Muscular Dystrophy Association
06.2010 - 10.2013
  • Ensured accurate record maintenance.
  • Provided assistance with marketing strategies.
  • Delivered effective solutions to customer-related concerns.
  • Maintained database integrity through efficient data management procedures
  • Executed document duplication tasks with precision and efficiency.

Building Officer Assistant

North Shore city council
01.2008 - 03.2010
  • Undertook comprehensive training for building officer role, working full time, at North Shore City.
  • Rotated across multiple departments to gain knowledge of the building application process.
  • Consistently managed shifting responsibilities.
  • Recorded detailed meeting minutes.
  • Scheduled client consultations.
  • Utilized multiple channels to engage with customers effectively.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of customer information.
  • Evaluated and processed building applications.

Education

Bachelor Of Early Childhood Care And Education - Early Childhood Education

New Zealand Tertiary College
Auckland, AUK
11.2020

NCEA Level 3 -

Marist College
Auckland
01.2009

Skills

  • Play-based learning
  • Problem-solving
  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Documentation and record keeping
  • Attention to detail
  • Computer skills

Timeline

Early Childhood Educator

Farmhouse Preschool
07.2024 - Current

Early Childhood Educator

Little Ants
03.2023 - 06.2024

Early Childhood Educator

Mud Pies and Butterflies
06.2021 - 02.2022

Early Childhood Educator

Lollipops Educare
10.2016 - 06.2021

Sales Assistant

Cash Converters
02.2014 - 03.2015

Office Assistant

Scheduling Technologies
08.2012 - 01.2014

Office Assistant

Muscular Dystrophy Association
06.2010 - 10.2013

Building Officer Assistant

North Shore city council
01.2008 - 03.2010

NCEA Level 3 -

Marist College

Bachelor Of Early Childhood Care And Education - Early Childhood Education

New Zealand Tertiary College
Kathrine Van Buren-Schele