Kirsty Durrant
Wainuiomata ,WGN
Summary
I am a passionate and experienced early childhood teacher, eager to further my career. I am passionate about creating a supportive learning environment that fosters growth and curiosity in young learners.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Educator (Team Leader)
Magic Sparks Petone
Petone , Auckland
09.2022 - Current
- Utilized a variety of teaching methods including play, storytelling, and creative arts to stimulate children's cognitive and social development.
- Observed and monitored the behavior of children in order to ensure safety and provide positive guidance.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Applied early childhood education theories and practices to assess learning materials and curriculum effectiveness.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Promoted effective communication between staff members by participating actively in team meetings.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- 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.
- Developed age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, social and intellectual development of children.
- Maintained detailed records of children's progress, behaviors, and interactions to inform instructional decisions and parent communications.
- Organized indoor and outdoor playtime activities to promote physical and mental development of children.
- Provided a safe and stimulating learning environment for young children.
Early Childhood Educator
Pukeatua childcare centre
Wainuiomata, Wellington
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Organized indoor and outdoor playtime activities to promote physical and mental development of children.
- Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
- Encouraged creativity through art, music, dramatic play and other creative activities.
- Developed age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, social and intellectual development of children.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Attended team meetings with other educators in order to share best practices or discuss any issues related to childcare services.
- Observed children to record development.
Early Childhood Educator (Reliever)
Kindercare Early Learning Centre
Boulcott, Lower Hutt
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Stuck to daily routines to help children feel comfortable and promote development.
- Applied early childhood education theories and practices to assess learning materials and curriculum effectiveness.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
Early Childhood Educator (student Kaiako)
Our Kids Early Learning
Glendene, Auckland
03.2020 - 12.2020
- Maintained accurate records of each child's progress including daily observations and anecdotal notes.
- Organized indoor and outdoor playtime activities to promote physical and mental development of children.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- 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.
- Fostered an atmosphere that encourages respect for all individuals regardless of gender, race or religion.
- Integrated technology into lesson plans.
Early Childhood Educator (Student Kaiako)
Best Start Education Great North Road
New Lynn, Auckland
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Maintained accurate records of each child's progress including daily observations and anecdotal notes.
- Organized indoor and outdoor playtime activities to promote physical and mental development of children.
- Promoted effective communication between staff members by participating actively in team meetings.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Fostered an atmosphere that encourages respect for all individuals regardless of gender, race or religion.
Education
Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) - Early Childhood Education
Te Rito Maioha
Wellington, NZ03-2023
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Effective Classroom Management
- Parent collaboration
- Record keeping
- Play-based learning
- Professional development
- Team communication
- Effective communication
- Verbal and written communication
- Time management abilities
- Collaborative Communication with Parents
- Organizational skills
- Strong work ethic and dependable
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- Current first-aid certificate
- Full teacher registration #420623
References
Grace O'Halloran (Magic Sparks team member)
0272144997
graceohalloran9@gmail.com
Charlene Te Naihi (Magic Sparks Manager)
04) 589 8459
char@magicsparks.co.nz
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator (Team Leader)
Magic Sparks Petone
09.2022 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Pukeatua childcare centre
06.2022 - 09.2022
Early Childhood Educator (Reliever)
Kindercare Early Learning Centre
03.2021 - 08.2021
Early Childhood Educator (student Kaiako)
Our Kids Early Learning
03.2020 - 12.2020
Early Childhood Educator (Student Kaiako)
Best Start Education Great North Road
08.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) - Early Childhood Education
Te Rito Maioha
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