Emma Wood

10 Crestview Court Frankston South Vic 3199

0448 818 339 (M) / (03) 5971 4986 (H)
ejwoo7@student.monash.edu
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CAREER OBJECTIVE
To be a caring and dedicated teacher who recognises every childs potential to learn, thereby fostering
an environment where children are accepted, respected, and supported in their learning.
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SKILLS AND QUALITIES
COMMUNICATION

Build a fast rapport with children, staff, and families through

applying a variety of communication strategies to convey clear
messages.

ADAPTABILITY

Ability to adapt to various learning environments having been

exposed to a range of educational settings with a diverse range of
cultures.

TEAMWORK

Liaise and collaborate with team members, families, and allied

professionals to support childrens learning.

BEHAVIOUR GUIDANCE

Effectively manage and support childrens behaviour in a calm and

systematic manner, developed through working with children with
Autism.

COMMITMENT

Engage in ongoing reflective practice and respond receptively to

feedback
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QUALIFICATIONS
2015

VIT Registration
Registration number: 410527 (Pending)

2015

Provide an Emergency First Aid Response in an Education and

Care Setting HLTAID004
Level 2 First Aid
CPR
Anaphylaxis
Asthma management

2010

Working with Childrens Check

Expiry: 19/11/2015
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EDUCATION
2010- Current

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (0-12 years),

Monash University, Peninsula Campus
Expected completion date: November 2015

2008-2009

Diploma of Childrens Services,

Chisholm Institute of TAFE, Frankston
Distinction- High Distinction average

2007

Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE)

John Paul College, Frankston
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ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS AND AWARDS

2015

Accepted into the Monash University International Placement

Experience program (IPE)

2015

Awarded New Colombo Scholarship and Monash Travel Abroad

Scholarship to teach in Malaysia
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PRACTICAL TEACHING PLACEMENTS:
2015

Bittern Preschool: 4 year old group

2015

Villamaria Kindergarten Malaysia: 4-5 year old class

2014

Goodstart Early Learning Mount Martha: 3-5 year olds

2011

Frankston Primary School: Prep

2011

Mount Eliza Primary School: Grade 5

2010
Somerville Primary School: Grade 1
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
2015

Monash University (Penny Round)

Inclusive practices in the classroom

2015

Monash University (Kelly Carrabot)

Using digital technologies to support literacy development

2015

Australian Education Union (Glenn Pearsall)

Assessment on the go

2014

Swinburne University (Department of Education)

Autism MOOC (Massive Open Online Course)
Duration: 6 weeks

2014

Monash University (Chris White)

Presence in the classroom workshop

2014

Monash University (Marie Hammer)

Legal liabilities in early childhood lecture

2013

Autism Behavioural Intervention Association [ABIA]

Applied Behaviour Analysis Conference ABA Today
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EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:
2010-2015

ABA Therapist,
Abacus Learning Centre, Hastings
Worked 1:1 with children aged two to fifteen diagnosed with an
Autism Spectrum Disorder within the centre, families home,
early learning centre and school.
Implemented programs to assist childrens development of play,
social and communication skills gross and fine motor skills, selfhelp, and school readiness.
Liaised with parents, case managers and program supervisors to
establish positive behaviour supports and make program
adjustments.

2009- 2011

Saturday Receptionist,
Barry Plant, Mornington

Developed effective communication skills through managing

face-to-face client enquiries, responding to emails, and
answering phone calls.

Demonstrated organization through preparing meeting agendas

and organizing client files

2009 2010

Casual Diploma Qualified Childcare Worker,

Cricklewood Childcare Centre, Langwarrin

Worked within policies and guidelines of the centre philosophy

Managed and planned developmentally appropriate holiday

programs for Kindergarten children

Collaborated with staff to provide engaging experiences for

children

2006 2009

Sales Assistant,
Toys R Us, Frankston
Assisted with customer enquiries
Provided a high level of customer service
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VOLUNTEER HISTORY:
2014

Langwarrin Park Primary School (Prep classroom)

Planned and taught whole class literacy and numeracy lessons.
Supported small groups of students.

2014

Noble Park Primary School

Volunteer leader in the enhanced learning program
Supported a group of grade 5 children achieve their individual
learning goals
Designed and implemented engaging activities that children may
not get to experience in their home environment.

2011

Mount Eliza Primary School

Attended grade 5/6 camp to Camp Rumbug
Supervised and guided student activities
Followed OH&S procedures to keep students safe
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REFEREES:
Stephanie Davie
Kindergarten Teacher
Bittern Preschool
Telephone: (03) 5983 8898
0422 329 578

Lauren Moore
Executive Director and
Owner
Abacus Learning Centre
Telephone: (03) 5979 8891

Lynette Cataldo
Registered Psychologist and
Case Manager
Abacus Learning Centre
Telephone: 0421 821 339