Years of professional experience
Naomi Cross
Early Childhood Educator
Dubai
Summary
A dedicated Early Childhood Educator with registration current in Australia. Experience in Teaching with International Baccalaureate, American and Australian curriculums in international schools. I have taught in Dubai, Norway, East Timor and Indonesia with expertise in EFL and ESL teaching in Japan.
Skilled in promoting inclusivity and supporting dyslexia. Known for exceptional interpersonal skills, seamlessly integrating into diverse groups to enhance learning environments. Committed to fostering an inclusive educational experience that supports all learners' needs. Compassionate individual with extensive experience working with children in early years setting.
Overview
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Work history
Private Home Tutor
Bin Shafar Family
Dubai, UAE
01.2018 - Current
- Prepared students for exams with intensive revision sessions, resulting in increased confidence and reduced stress.
- Created an atmosphere conducive to learning, promoting better concentration and productivity.
- Assessed pupils' progress regularly using informal quizzes and tests; provided feedback accordingly.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on curriculum changes; adjusted lessons accordingly.
Early Years English Teacher
Ministry of Education MOE
Dubai
08.2017 - 07.2018
- Upheld high standards of behaviour within the classroom maintaining an optimal learning environment.
- Used technology effectively in the classroom to modernise teaching practices.
- Encouraged class participation and critical thinking through interactive assignments.
- Tailored teaching approach to accommodate individual student needs, promoting academic growth.
Early Years Teacher (IB)
Uptown School Mirdif
Dubai, UAE
09.2013 - 07.2017
- Early years Program IB
- Delivered stimulating lessons by incorporating technology in teaching methods according to the curriculum and differentiated abilities.
- Organised outdoor activities, promoting physical health and wellbeing.
- Creating E-Portfolios for students
Head Of Pre-School (IB)
Kongsberg International Pre-School, (IB) Norway
Kongsberg, Norway
08.2012 - 03.2013
- Early Years Program, International Baccalaureate IB
- Management of staff- before school and after school program
- Conducted thorough inspections of school premises to ensure compliance of standards on a new building.
- Prepared data ahead of input to speed up entry and analysis processes.
- Delivered training sessions for school staff enhancing their understanding.
Relief Support Worker
C&K Pre Schooling
Tweed Heads, Australia
01.2011 - 12.2012
Head Pre-School Teacher for 3 and 4 years old
QSI-American Curriculum
Dilli, East Timor
01.2010 - 12.2011
- Developed a classroom and outside play area that is conducive to students developing their creative and social skills. Emphasis on reading and math skills.
- Jolly phonics program.
Head Teacher (Composite class) (6 to 8 year olds)
Sanur Independent School, Australian Curriculum
Bali, Indonesia
08.2008 - 08.2009
- Planning and programming and observingly aspects of the children's process with an Australian based curriculum.
- Established high expectations for staff, fostering a professional teaching environment.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Education
Postgraduate Degree - Education Early Childhood
RMIT University Portfolio Design and Social Contex
Melbourne/Australia 05/2006 - 09/2007
TESOL Teaching English To Speakers of Other Langu - English as a Second Language
TESOL
Brisbane, Australia 01/2002 - 07/2002
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Japanese and Hotel Management
Griffith University
Gold Coast, Australia /1998 - /2001
High School Diploma -
Notre Dame College
Shepparton AustraliaSkills
I have great interpersonal skills and this is evident in the fact that I am able to bend into a group of people with ease
- EFL and ESL teaching
- Teaching and coaching parents
- Sensory activities preparation
- Dyslexia support training
- Promoting inclusivity
- Basic mathematics teaching
- Improving concentration
- Spelling and grammar instruction
- Karate Instructor
- Swim Sat, Swimming instructor
Languages
Japanese
Fluent
Portuguese
Intermediate
Into
Elementary
Timeline
Private Home Tutor
Bin Shafar Family
01.2018 - Current
Early Years English Teacher
Ministry of Education MOE
08.2017 - 07.2018
Early Years Teacher (IB)
Uptown School Mirdif
09.2013 - 07.2017
Head Of Pre-School (IB)
Kongsberg International Pre-School, (IB) Norway
08.2012 - 03.2013
Relief Support Worker
C&K Pre Schooling
01.2011 - 12.2012
Head Pre-School Teacher for 3 and 4 years old
QSI-American Curriculum
01.2010 - 12.2011
Head Teacher (Composite class) (6 to 8 year olds)
Sanur Independent School, Australian Curriculum
08.2008 - 08.2009
Postgraduate Degree - Education Early Childhood
RMIT University Portfolio Design and Social Contex
05/2006 - 09/2007
TESOL Teaching English To Speakers of Other Langu - English as a Second Language
TESOL
01/2002 - 07/2002
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Japanese and Hotel Management
Griffith University
/1998 - /2001
High School Diploma -
Notre Dame College
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