Lauren Armstrong (Formerly Lauren Velden)

Objective Experience

Email: lauren.armstrong@monash.edu Academic profile available at: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com and http://monuni.academia.edu/LaurenArmstrong

To build a meaningful career in early childhood education and research Aug 2012 Sept 2012 Student

Edithvale Preschool

Edithvale, VIC

2nd and final university placement Bachelor of Early Childhood Studies Monash University Final Assessment Very Competent

April 2012 May 2012 Student

Cornish College ELC

Bangholme, VIC

1st university placement Bachelor of Early Childhood Studies Monash University Final Assessment Very Competent

Oct 2010 Feb 2012 Little Starters ELC Carrum Downs, VIC Qualified Child Care Worker / Room Leader - 2 to 3yr old room
Planning and implementation of an emergent program based on the Early Years Learning Framework Documentation of childrens learning and development Critical reflection of professional development through teaching and learning reflective journal Implementation of storytelling, music & movement, arts & crafts, science, numeracy & literacy experiences Implementation of whole group and small group learning experiences and discussions Implementation of routines and transition times Implementation of behaviour guidance strategies and settling techniques Implementation of nappy changing and toileting procedures Development of respectful relationships with colleagues and families through effective communication

April 2010 May 2010 Student

Carrum Downs ELC

Carrum Downs, VIC

5th work placement - Diploma of Childrens Services Day Care 4 Placement Chisholm Institute of TAFE Final Assessment Excellent Competency (Over 3s Room Leader Role)

Aug 2009 Sept 2009 Student

Carrum Downs ELC

Carrum Downs, VIC

4th work placement - Diploma of Childrens Services Day Care 3 Placement Chisholm Institute of TAFE Final Assessment Good Competency (Under 3s Room Leader Role)

Aug 2008 Sept 2008 Student

Rowellyn Preschool

Carrum Downs, VIC

3rd work placement - Diploma of Childrens Services -Kindergarten Placement Chisholm Institute of TAFE Final Assessment Good Competency (Kindergarten Assistant Role)

Oct 2007 Nov 2007 Student

ABC Lyrebird Drive

Carrum Downs, VIC

2nd work placement - Diploma of Childrens Services Day Care 2 Placement Chisholm Institute of TAFE Final Assessment Good Competency (Over 3s Assistant Role)

July 2007 Aug 2007 Student

ABC Central Hall Road

Carrum Downs, VIC

1st work placement - Diploma of Childrens Services Day Care 1 Placement Chisholm Institute of TAFE Final Assessment Good Competency (Under 3s Assistant Role)

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Lauren Armstrong (Formerly Lauren Velden)

Education

2014 to Current

Monash University, Clayton

Clayton, VIC

Doctor of Philosophy in Early Childhood Education

2014

Universidad Diego Portales

Santiago, Chile

The 2nd International Research in Early Childhood Education Conference Attendance and presentation of Honours research

2013 Monash University, Clayton Honours Degree of Bachelor of Education

Clayton, VIC

2012 Monash University, Peninsula Bachelor of Early Childhood Studies

Frankston, VIC

2010 Anaphylaxis Training

Chisholm Institute of TAFE

Frankston, VIC

2010 Chisholm Institute of TAFE Diploma of Childrens Services 2009 Chisholm Institute of TAFE Certificate III of Childrens Services 2009 Chisholm Institute of TAFE First Aid & CPR Level 2 2000 Chisholm Institute of TAFE Certificate II in (Business) Office Administration 1994 - 1998 Secondary College Checks John Paul College

Frankston, VIC

Frankston, VIC

Frankston, VIC

Moorabbin, VIC

Frankston, VIC

Working With Children Check Current Police Check

Interests

Professional Development Reading & Writing

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