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Maria Lupu

Bray,Wicklow

Summary

LEVEL 8 qualifed Early Years Practitioner. Nurturing social, creative and educational development in children. Applies proven expertise in child behaviour management to provide safe, positive classroom spaces for enriching learning experiences. Enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner skilled at producing differentiated lessons to cater for wide range of learning abilities. Possesses in depth knowledge of child development and psychology. Holder of Paediatric First Aid certificate. Personable professional seeking to gain practical skills in early years education. Holds solid understanding of Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. Supports pupils in learning both in group situations and individually. Dedicated early years teaching professional shaping children's growth through positive, personalised care. Committed to maximising student potential in learning and development. Compassionate and trustworthy for reliable child and family support. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level english tutor position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Compassionate individual with extensive experience working with children in early years setting. Develops and maintains strong partnerships with parents and carers to facilitate day-to-day caring of children. Committed to making positive impact on young people's lives. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level special needs teacher position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work history

Creche assistant

Safari Creche
Dublin, wicklow
01.2024 - Current
  • Created caring bonds with children for comfort and safety within nursery.
  • Supervised daily activities, lunch break and rest time to monitor schedule.
  • Gave direct instructions to manage behaviour, maintaining positive learning environments.
  • Coordinated age-appropriate activities to enhance learning development, including art, music and physical pursuits.
  • Informed parents and staff members regarding activity of children.
  • Engaged with both children and caregivers to nurture ongoing trusting rapport.
  • Encouraged children to safely explore surroundings, promoting curiosity and experimentation.
  • Redirected problematic behaviour and guided children in self-soothing and emotional regulation.

Activity club coordinator

self-employed
Bray, County Wicklow
09.2022 - 03.2024
  • Designed engaging activities aligned with children's interests and developmental stages.
  • Fostered inclusivity by accommodating diverse abilities and sensory requirements.
  • Supported development of self-regulation skills to enhance focus.
  • Promoted calmness and well-being during sessions to improve learning outcomes.
  • Guided recognition of personal interaction styles, effectively scaffolding executive skills.
  • Created an enriching environment that allowed children to choose activities freely.
  • Provided essential equipment and materials for real-life engagement.

Preschool teacher

Self-employed
Bray, Wicklow
01.2017 - 06.2020
  • Managed and administered medications and minor first aid treatments, prioritising child safety and wellbeing.
  • Implemented Safeguarding Procedures to monitor and protect children.
  • Created safe and stimulating outdoor learning environments.
  • Conducted risk assessments for activities to uphold Health and Safety.
  • Supported children's development with learning-through-play activities, aiding social, emotional and educational growth.
  • Communicated daily observations with guardians, maintaining detailed development records.
  • Discussed behavioural issues with parents offering practical solutions for improved child development.
  • Established rapport with families and delivered comprehensive progress reports.
  • Adapted activities to support Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) pupils.
  • Coordinated age-appropriate activities to enhance learning development, including art, music and physical pursuits.
  • Monitored interactions within group settings, encouraging sharing and cooperation to facilitate positive socialisation.

Education

Play Therapy - Children counselling

Learning Cloud
Dublin, Dublin

A-Levels - Teaching english as a foreign language

Tefl institute of ireland
Dublin, Dublin

Train the trainer - Delivering training to adult students

DCM online training
Dublin, Dublin

Diploma of Higher Education - Childcare

Portobello Institute
Dublin, Dublin

Teaching Gifted and talented children - education

Institute of Child Education and Psychology
online

Zones of regulations
ONLINE
01.2023 - 01.2023

Inclusive education

Mary Immaculate
University of Limerick
09.2018 - 05.2019

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Team collaboration
  • Coursework assessments
  • Critical thinking skills
  • English curriculum expertise
  • Creative class planning
  • Behaviour management
  • Professional development
  • Distance learning
  • Materials sourcing
  • Child development
  • Secondary education
  • Programme development and management
  • Lesson planning
  • Activity planning
  • Test preparation
  • Inclusive learning techniques
  • Curriculum knowledge

Languages

Romanian
English
Russian

Personal Information

  • Nationality:
  • Date of birth: 13.08.1988

Custom

5,C1,5,C1

Teaching Council Number Holder

Teaching Council Number: 320317 Valid until 04/09/2026

Timeline

Creche assistant

Safari Creche
01.2024 - Current

Zones of regulations
01.2023 - 01.2023

Activity club coordinator

self-employed
09.2022 - 03.2024

Inclusive education

Mary Immaculate
09.2018 - 05.2019

Preschool teacher

Self-employed
01.2017 - 06.2020

Play Therapy - Children counselling

Learning Cloud

A-Levels - Teaching english as a foreign language

Tefl institute of ireland

Train the trainer - Delivering training to adult students

DCM online training

Diploma of Higher Education - Childcare

Portobello Institute

Teaching Gifted and talented children - education

Institute of Child Education and Psychology
Maria Lupu