Hi my name is Kelly, I have a valid first aid certificate. A working with children's check. This includes a police check. Full drivers license. Experience working in a preschool/kindergarten. Have worked with ages 4 months to 4 years. I have a high level of food safety, I am confident with safety and child supervision. I am confident and comfortable with toileting/nappy changing. I can create stimulating and engaging environments to help children thrive. I Have a diploma in outdoor teaching and learning. Last year I worked in Sydney working with youth from year 5 to year 11 at an outdoor camp, prior to this I have run adventure based learning activity sessions in NZ at primary schools. I am very creative in multiple ways with arts and outdoor play. I have a lot of patience I'm supportive and caring, a great communicator and have a strong commitment to optimize children's wellbeing assisting and managing with separation anxiety, troubles with nap time and tantrums. I want to create a safe space where children are encouraged to learn by exploring and make the most out of their time in my care. I can assist with housework, cooking and cleaning.
I worked with teenagers-adults in the outdoor sector while studying outdoor education and leadership. I took them abseiling and on day walks. I mostly worked with people that had autism, Down syndrome or learning difficulties.
I lived in Melbourne last year and worked at a preschool. I found the job to be super rewarding, and it unlocked a huge passion for working with children. These children were ages 5 months to 4 years old. Before this work, I lived in Sydney as an outdoor guide, helping to run school camps in the bush with children ages 10 to 16. I absolutely love helping children learn, play, and be happy individuals.