Kiara Hutton
Port Willunga
Summary
Innovative and compassionate professional with passion for fostering educational growth and creating engaging learning environments. Deep understanding of curriculum development and room management. Committed to inspiring children and supporting their academic and personal development.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Educator- Nursery
G8 Education
Community Kids Blossomvale McLaren Vale, SA
02.2018 - Current
- Developed engaging curriculum materials, resulting in increased interest and engagement.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with latest educational research and best practices, translating findings into actionable improvements for the environment.
- Served as a mentor for new and existing team members, sharing best practices and providing guidance on room management techniques.
- Established strong rapport with parents through consistent communication, supporting their involvement in the educational process and addressing concerns promptly.
- Managed room effectively to maximize instructional time, ensuring an optimal learning environment for all students.
- Adapted teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learners, differentiating instruction based on individual student needs and abilities.
- Viewed as a leader within the community by consistently demonstrating professionalism in all aspects of the role – from interactions with colleagues to parent interactions.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience for up to 33 children at one time.
- Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experiences.
- Facilitated student-led, inquiry-based activities in classroom to enhance learning experience.
Waitress & Cashier
Hub Fine Foods Cafe
Aberfoyle Park
03.2016 - 12.2016
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing 10 plus tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
Fast Food Team Member
Chicken Hub
Aberfoyle Park
02.2014 - 11.2016
- Performed shift change tasks each day to keep store neat and running smoothly.
- Greeted customers promptly and took orders to keep flow of traffic moving.
- Ensured seamless operations during peak hours by effectively multitasking across various roles such as cashier, food assembler, or grill operator when needed.
- Expedited food preparation by assembling orders quickly while adhering to presentation standards and portion control guidelines.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, offering solutions that align with company policies while maintaining customer satisfaction.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by following safety measures for handling equipment, such as fryers and grills.
Education
Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care -
Australian Early Childhood College
Mclaren Vale2020
Skills
- Communication
- Effective Leadership
- Innovative Problem-Solving
- Work well under pressure
- Adaptability
Certification
- First Aid
- Food safety
- working directly with children
- RAN training
Timeline
Lead Educator- Nursery
G8 Education
02.2018 - Current
Waitress & Cashier
Hub Fine Foods Cafe
03.2016 - 12.2016
Fast Food Team Member
Chicken Hub
02.2014 - 11.2016
Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care -
Australian Early Childhood College