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Michelle Withers

Waiuku

Summary

My personal philosophy of early childhood education is that I believe all children deserve equal opportunities. In my opinion, well-being, health and safety and encouragement to further explore and contribute to the world around them are fundamental parts of education for infants, toddlers and young children.

I believe that all children have individual ways of learning, the way one child builds an understanding may not necessarily be the same as another, and this needs to be incorporated in everyday teaching. I believe that positive guidance strategies should be implemented and behaviour worthy of imitation should be modelled to children for the learning of appropriate behaviour.

I believe that I communicate well with children, their families and fellow educators; I incorporate active listening and te reo Maori in conversations.

I am confident in my role as an educator and positive responses come from parents, children and other teachers alike about my practice.

These young children are our future.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Early Childhood Teacher

Buttercup/Busy Bees
11.2012 - Current
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing effective teaching strategies and providing support as they acclimated to the school culture.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Promoted early literacy skills by implementing engaging reading activities and fostering a love for books in young learners.
  • Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, conducting regular communication to keep them informed about their child''s progress and school events.
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.

Early Childhood Educator

ABC Rua Pukekohe
02.2004 - 01.2008
  • Implemented evidence-based behavior management systems to maintain a positive atmosphere conducive to learning for all students.
  • Promoted physical health by incorporating movement breaks and outdoor play opportunities into each day''s schedule.
  • Increased early numeracy proficiency by integrating math concepts into daily routines and playtime activities.
  • Improved literacy rates by implementing targeted reading interventions and guided reading sessions.
  • Supervised student teachers to provide objective feedback.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.

Early Childhood Educator

10.2008 - 04.2009
  • 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.
  • Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students.
  • Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.

Early Childhood Educator

Excel Preschool Waiuku
02.2008 - 10.2008
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Established ongoing professional development goals, participating in workshops and conferences to stay current on emerging trends in early childhood education.

Education

Bachelor of Teaching (ECE) - Early Childhood Education

NZTC
05.2008

Skills

  • Classroom Organization
  • Play-Based Learning
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Outdoor Play
  • Documentation and Record Keeping
  • Fine Motor Skills
  • Classroom Management
  • Science Exploration
  • Sensory Integration
  • Health and safety
  • Compliance standards
  • Gross Motor Skills
  • Mathematics Concepts

Additional Information

References:


Kelly Logan 0211090101


Nikola Lockerbie 0212930419

Timeline

Early Childhood Teacher

Buttercup/Busy Bees
11.2012 - Current

Early Childhood Educator

10.2008 - 04.2009

Early Childhood Educator

Excel Preschool Waiuku
02.2008 - 10.2008

Early Childhood Educator

ABC Rua Pukekohe
02.2004 - 01.2008

Bachelor of Teaching (ECE) - Early Childhood Education

NZTC

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