Danica Bradley
Kanturk
Summary
My name is Danica Bradley. I’m a devoted mum to two lovely boys, and my family and I have been living in Ireland for the past three years. I recently completed my QQI Level 5 in Early Learning and Care.
Kindhearted and Trustworthy Early Years Practitioner with ability to provide a safe, caring and engaging educational environment. Friendly, Hardworking and have good communication skills to ensure productive relationships with parents and colleagues. Reliable and team player.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Coffee Shop
Mallow, Co.Cork
04.2025 - 12.2026
- Assisted in serving customers their orders promptly to enhance overall customer satisfaction.
- Prepared high-quality coffee beverages to meet customer preferences.
- Greeted customers warmly to create a friendly atmosphere in the café.
- Fostered a welcoming environment through friendly interactions, encouraging repeat visits.
- Recorded customer orders accurately to ensure correct preparation.
- Prepared food items according to menu specifications and safety standards.
- Supported colleagues by working together to achieve team goals.
Teacher
Durbanville Kleuter Akademie
Durbanville
01.2019 - 06.2023
- Delivered planned curricula with interactive learning programmes.
- Monitored children’s emotional, physical, linguistic, social, and cognitive development to support individual growth and learning needs.
- Facilitated positive peer interaction through targeted social skills activities, enhancing communication and collaboration among learners.
- Created a safe, nurturing, and stimulating classroom for early years learners.
- Organised daily routines for lesson preparation, free-time activities, nap, and snack time, ensuring a structured and supportive environment for all children.
- Maintained regular communication and feedback with parents.
- Participated in staff meetings on procedures, methods, and regulations.
Teaching Assistant
Cresca Pre-Primary
Kuils River
01.2018 - 02.2019
- Facilitated planning and delivery of engaging learning programmes tailored to age-specific needs.
- Cultivated a safe, stimulating classroom environment that enhanced student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Maintained student safety inside and outside classrooms in line with school safeguarding policies.
- Provided one-to-one support to pupils requiring additional help, enhancing their learning outcomes.
- Established positive relationships with students, leading by example and responding appropriately to classroom needs.
Assistant Teacher
Eversdal Kleuter Akademie
Eversdal
02.2015 - 10.2017
- Supported development of teaching plans and facilitated engaging classroom activities.
- Created and distributed weekly parent newsletter highlighting learning themes and child development progress.
- Provided one-to-one support to students requiring additional help, focusing on building confidence and academic skills.
- Tutored students in one-to-one and small group sessions to progress learning.
- Assisted in planning and development of teaching materials, workbooks and class projects.
Au Pair
Mrs Jewaskiewitz
01.2013 - 12.2014
- Supervised after-school care for five children, ensuring safety and adherence to daily routines.
- Built strong, trusting relationships with children, creating a secure and comforting environment.
- Supervised children while parents were on multi-day trips.
- Maintained organised and clean children's areas.
Au Pair & Assistant Manager
Flowers and More
11.2010 - 12.2012
- Supervised morning activities for 2 children, fostering a safe and engaging environment.
- Built strong, trusting relationships with children, creating a secure and comforting environment.
- Supervised children while parents were on multi-day trips.
- Maintained organised and clean children's areas.
Au Pair / Driver
Mrs Shelly Walton
02.2009 - 02.2011
- Coordinated safe transport of children to and from school, prioritising their safety and comfort.
- Built strong, trusting relationships with children, creating a secure and comforting environment.
- Built strong, trusting relationships with children, creating a secure and comforting environment.
Au Pair
House of Orange
04.2010 - 11.2010
- Supervised daily activities for three children, including school drop-offs and pick-ups.
- Built strong, trusting relationships with children, creating a secure and comforting environment.
Au Pair
Mrs Ronelle Lourens
01.2009 - 03.2010
- Delivered personalised childcare for children in home environment, fostering a nurturing and safe atmosphere.
Education
QQI Level 5 - Early Learning and Care
City College Dublin
Ireland01-2026
Grade 12 -
Durbanville High School
South Africa12-2008
EduCare N4 -
Northlink College
South AfricaSkills
- Early Childhood Education and Care (ECCE)
- Curriculum planning
- Interactive learning
- Child development monitoring
- Positive behaviour support
- Social skills support
- Parent communication
- Progress reporting
- Classroom organisation
- Routines
- Safety
- Microsoft Office
- Team collaboration
- Staff procedures
- Customer service
- Positive environment
- Positive attitude
- First Aid certification
- Motivating students
- Fast learner
- Flexible and adaptive
Custom
- First Aid Course (Ireland)
- First Aid Course (South Africa)
- Professional Au Pair and Child Enhancement Course
- Microsoft Office: All-in-One
Languages
English
First Language
Afrikaans
Advanced
C1
Certification
- Level QQI 5 Early learning and care
- N4 in Edu care (South African)
- fist aid certified
Interests
- Love spending time with my Family
- Going to the Gym
Timeline
Volunteer
Coffee Shop
04.2025 - 12.2026
Teacher
Durbanville Kleuter Akademie
01.2019 - 06.2023
Teaching Assistant
Cresca Pre-Primary
01.2018 - 02.2019
Assistant Teacher
Eversdal Kleuter Akademie
02.2015 - 10.2017
Au Pair
Mrs Jewaskiewitz
01.2013 - 12.2014
Au Pair & Assistant Manager
Flowers and More
11.2010 - 12.2012
Au Pair
House of Orange
04.2010 - 11.2010
Au Pair / Driver
Mrs Shelly Walton
02.2009 - 02.2011
Au Pair
Mrs Ronelle Lourens
01.2009 - 03.2010
QQI Level 5 - Early Learning and Care
City College Dublin
Grade 12 -
Durbanville High School
EduCare N4 -
Northlink College