Mikayla Scott
Mosgiel,New Zealand
Summary
Preschool Teacher with engaging nature and enthusiasm for classroom education. Trained in varying teaching methods with goals to fulfill each child's individual learning needs.
I strongly believe in embracing and fostering ako, the reciprocal nature of learning, I understand the importance of building strong relationships with students and their families, as highlighted by your emphasis on whanaungatanga and turangawaewae.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher in Training
Green Street Early Learning Centre
03.2022 - Current
- This was a part-time job while I completed my Studies
- Looking after children
- Have done both workshops of the Engage Programme
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
- Implemented evidence-based behavior management systems to maintain a positive atmosphere conducive to learning for all students.
- Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
- Contributed to staff meetings and professional learning communities, sharing insights and strategies for continuous improvement of teaching practices.
Owner
Mikayla's Scents
11.2020 - Current
- Started my wee small business in 2020 that I can do on the side while I work and study.
Checkout Operator, Deli Assistant, Grocery Assistant
Fresh Choice Roslyn
10.2015 - 02.2023
- I started fronting for one hour a day, five days a week
- Then, I worked 11 hours a week or when required for Deli, Checkout and Grocery
Pamper Girl
Glam Girls Day Spa
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Glam Girls Day Spa is a pamper session for kids birthday parties
- It is where you can get your fingernails and toenails painted
- Built strong relationships with customers, addressing concerns and resolving issues promptly.
- Provided exceptional customer service, responding promptly to inquiries or requests from clients.
Kitchen Support
Rainbow Preschool School
06.2018 - 05.2020
- Support teachers and did food prep for morning tea and afternoon tea.
Instructor
Zumba Instructor
05.2017 - 12.2018
- I teach a Zumba class once a week for one hour
Education
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
Te Rito Maioha
Dunedin, NZ11-2024
Early Childhood and Care Level 4 -
Otago Polytechnic
12.2021
Early Childhood and Care Level 3 -
Otago Polytechnic
06-2021
Otago University
12.2017
Kavanagh College
Dunedin, NZ12.2016
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Time management
- Team work
- Communication
- Food Safety
- First Aid
- Health and Safety
- Music and Movement
- Sensory Integration
- Science Exploration
- Social-emotional learning
- Positive Reinforcement
Accomplishments
- First Aid Course, 01/01/23
- First Aid Course, 01/01/21
References
- Vicky Robinson, office - Fresh Choice Roslyn, office@freshchoiceroslyn.co.nz
- Kayt Harris, Manager - Biggie's Pizza Green Island/Market Manager, hello@accomplishedpromotions.com, 0220614131
- Gerry Tock Hunter, Registered Teacher - Abbotsford kindergarten, gerrytockhunter@gmail.com, 0272048348
- Mandy Curline, Head Teacher - Green Street Early Learning Centre, m.curline@gmail.com, 0274377073
Communityexperience
- Volunteer, York Place Preschool, Dunedin, Dunedin, New Zealand, 03/01/16, 11/30/16
- Volunteer, Hilltop kids after school care, Dunedin, Dunedin, New Zealand, 02/01/11, 12/31/13
- Volunteer, Greater Green Island Rhythmic Gymnastic Club, Dunedin, Dunedin, New Zealand, 02/01/05, 12/31/15
Referees
Name: Gerry Tock Hunter
Job: Registered Teacher - Abbotsford kindergarten
Email: gerrytockhunter@gmail.com
Cell Number: 027 204 8348
Name: Kayt Harris
Job: Manager - Biggie's Pizza Green Island/Market Manager
Email: hello@accomplishedpromotions.com
Cell Number: 0220614131
Name: Mandy Curline
Job: Head Teacher - Green Street Early Learning Centre
Email: m.curline@gmail.com
Cell Number: 0274377073
Timeline
Teacher in Training
Green Street Early Learning Centre
03.2022 - Current
Owner
Mikayla's Scents
11.2020 - Current
Pamper Girl
Glam Girls Day Spa
09.2020 - 05.2021
Kitchen Support
Rainbow Preschool School
06.2018 - 05.2020
Instructor
Zumba Instructor
05.2017 - 12.2018
Checkout Operator, Deli Assistant, Grocery Assistant
Fresh Choice Roslyn
10.2015 - 02.2023
Early Childhood and Care Level 4 -
Otago Polytechnic
Otago University
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
Te Rito Maioha
Early Childhood and Care Level 3 -
Otago Polytechnic
Kavanagh College
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