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