Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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Tamara Hopes

Hoppers Crossing ,Vic

Summary

Proactive and caring worker with 10+ years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference.

Overview

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Certification

Work History

Director of Services

Big Childcare
Keilor Downs
07 2022 - 06 2024

• Established a safe and inclusive environment, promoting positive behavior and fostering social-emotional growth among students.

• Managed program paperwork and student records to comply with ACECQA.

• Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.

• Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.

• Developed relationships with community organizations to provide additional resources and services to families.

• Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.

• Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.

• Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.

• Developed and coordinated before/after-school & vacation programs and activities.

• Adhered to the budget guidelines to set financial goals and maintain school profitability.

• Supervised and managed team of educators to guarantee highest standards of care.

• Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.

• Maintained accurate records of student attendance, medical information, and emergency contacts in compliance with state regulations.

• Conducted regular safety audits, ensuring a secure environment for children and staff alike.

Assistant Center Manager

Aspire Early Learning
Cobblebank
11 2019 - 07 2022

• Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.

• Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behavior and reported findings to parents.

• Maintained accurate records of child attendance, medical information, and emergency contacts in compliance with state regulations.

• Enhanced childcare quality by implementing innovative educational programs and activities.

• Established strong relationships with parents through open communication and regular updates on child progress.

• Conducted regular safety audits, ensuring a secure environment for children and staff alike.

• Developed relationships with community organizations to provide additional resources and services to families.

• Ensured compliance with all relevant licensing requirements by maintaining detailed documentation and submitting timely reports as necessary.

Childcare Lead Educator

Woodlands Education
St Kilda
03 2016 - 11 2019

• Created an inclusive environment that respected diversity in culture, language, ability level, and learning style.

• Established strong rapport with parents through consistent communication, supporting their involvement in the educational process and addressing concerns promptly.

• Developed and implemented useful behavior management strategies to instill discipline and compliance with conduct code.

• Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.

• Helped children explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.

• Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.

• Implemented creative teaching methods, capturing children''s interest and enhancing their educational experience.

Education

Diploma Of Early Learning Education And Care - Education

Selmar Education
10.2018

Certificate III - Children's Services

Ashley Institute of Education
07.2014

Skills

  • Parent interaction
  • Child development
  • Student records management
  • Safety and security procedures
  • Codes of conduct
  • Relationship building and networking
  • Excellent Communication
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • MS Office
  • Arts, crafts and games
  • Early Childhood Education

Certification

  • First Aid, First Aid Oz - 16/10/2024
  • CPR, Accredited First Training - 25/06/2024
  • Working with Children's Check - 19/08/2024

Timeline

Director of Services

Big Childcare
07 2022 - 06 2024

Assistant Center Manager

Aspire Early Learning
11 2019 - 07 2022

Childcare Lead Educator

Woodlands Education
03 2016 - 11 2019

Diploma Of Early Learning Education And Care - Education

Selmar Education

Certificate III - Children's Services

Ashley Institute of Education
Tamara Hopes