- Road Trips
- Gym Workouts
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- Committed to improving personal fitness through regular participation in bike riding
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- Family time
Sharyn Stichman-Morgan
Rangiora,CAN
Summary
Dynamic and motivated educator with a proven track record at BestStart, excelling in team building and strong communication. Recognized for fostering parent relationships and implementing play-based learning strategies, enhancing children's development. A reflective professional committed to continuous improvement and delivering exceptional outcomes for Tamariki in a supportive environment.
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2IC Manager/Head Preschool Teacher
BestStart
06.2012 - Current
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting teamwork, open communication channels, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Developed and maintained strong Parent relationships for increased satisfaction and long-term loyalty.
- Supported Manager with Interviews, recruitment and new onboarding of staff.
- Supported staff with individual professional growth cycles and development.
- Over saw the running of the Centre when manager was on leave. Making sure all Ministry requirement's where met.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost morale and promote BestStart philosophy to Stand up and Stand out.
- Supported Manager with Budget and allocation of resources for better learning outcomes for all Tamariki in our care.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal Parent interviews.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Teacher in Training
BestStart Rangiora North
01.2007 - 06.2012
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan and implement activities to extend children's learning.
- Developed strong parent-teacher relationships through regular communication, updating families on their children's learning.
- collaborated with colleagues to enhance children's learning, and weaving Te Whariki into daily happening and learning stories.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and research, applying new knowledge to enhance practices.
- Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
- Worked with teachers to design comprehensive individualised plans to improve learning outcome for Tamariki.
- undertook professional development to increase my knowledge around child's development, working towards Certificate in ECE.
- Participated in staff planning meetings and offered input and suggestions for future activities.
Education Supervisor
Rangiora Play Centre
08.2002 - 01.2007
- Developed strong relationships with parents, fostering open communication and increasing parent involvement in their own learning as well as their child's learning.
- Undertook professional development with the Play Centre traiNing, completing up to level three.
- Developed and implemented fun play based learning for both children and their parents who attended Play Centre.
Home Based Care Giver
Barnardos
03.1998 - 01.2007
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment, working from home looking after children while their families worked.
- Undertook home based training to support this position.
Nurse Aide
Access Home Healthcare / Parklands Hospital
08.1996 - 01.2007
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Assisted with daily living activities for patients, ensuring optimal independence and quality of life.
- Tended to patients with diverse medical conditions, including dementia, Parkinson''s disease, and diabetes, adapting care approaches accordingly.
Bank Officer
Westpac Bank
05.1986 - 12.1996
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently handling inquiries and providing accurate information on banking products.
- Assisted customers in identifying financial goals and recommended tailored banking solutions that aligned with their objectives.
- Oversaw daily cash management functions, ensuring accuracy and security in all transactions conducted at the branch level.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, resulting in increased business and referrals.
- Managed and opened, checking, and saving accounts.
- Interviewed and processed loan and mormortgage applications.
Education
Bachelor - Early Childhood Education
Open Polytechnic
Wellington, NZSkills
- Team player
- Motivated
- Team building
- Strong Communication
- Positive attitude
- Solution focused
- Calm under pressure
- Reflective
- Good listener
- Good negociator
Certification
- Currently enrolled in Step Up Leadership
- current first aid certificate
- Full Teacher Registration
- Regularly updates skills using Whare Ako
Interests
Timeline
2IC Manager/Head Preschool Teacher
BestStart
06.2012 - Current
Teacher in Training
BestStart Rangiora North
01.2007 - 06.2012
Education Supervisor
Rangiora Play Centre
08.2002 - 01.2007
Home Based Care Giver
Barnardos
03.1998 - 01.2007
Nurse Aide
Access Home Healthcare / Parklands Hospital
08.1996 - 01.2007
Bank Officer
Westpac Bank
05.1986 - 12.1996
Bachelor - Early Childhood Education
Open Polytechnic
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