Lezaan van Dyk
Phnom Penh
Summary
Early childhood education professional, known for creating engaging and developmentally appropriate lesson plans. Proven ability to foster nurturing and inclusive classroom environment. Valued team collaborator with strong focus on achieving results and adapting to changing needs. Skilled in child development and classroom management.
Proactive and caring worker with years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Home of English Cambodia
05.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to manage classroom behavior, creating supportive learning environment.
Child care
Family The Meyers
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Responsible for all AuPair duties and responsibilities. Additionally PA duties providing administrative support. Including tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing emails, organizing travel plans, conducting research, and handling confidential information.
- Taking care of children by playing with them, preparing meals, and assisting with homework
- Light housekeeping, such as tidying up after children and doing their laundry
- Driving children to school or activities
- Assisting with language learning if the Au pair is from a different country than the host family
- Being a positive role model for children and promoting cultural exchange.
Child care
Family Irene Nel
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Feeding the child according to their schedule and dietary needs
- Changing diapers and keeping the child clean and comfortable
- Providing a safe and stimulating environment for the child to play and explore
- Putting the child down for naps and maintaining a consistent sleep schedule
- Monitoring the child's development and communicating any concerns with the parents
- Engaging in age-appropriate activities that promote the child's physical, cognitive, and emotional development
- Demonstrating patience, kindness, and empathy when caring for the child
- Maintaining open communication with the parents and following their instructions and preferences.
- Being a good role model and demonstrating positive behaviors and attitudes
- Encouraging curiosity and exploration through play and activities
- Reading to the child and introducing them to new vocabulary and concepts
- Providing opportunities for socialization with other children and adults
- Being patient and supportive when the child is learning new skills
- Adapting teaching strategies to the child's individual needs and learning style.
Director
The Active Bubble
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Business closed due to Covid
Child care
Family Inanje Wolmerans
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Managing Child's Behavior
Child Care
Family Sune and Nico Swart
02.2021 - 12.2021
Events Customer Communications / Events Logistics Manager
IT-EM
01.2012 - 01.2020
- Company Overview: An events company, self-owned, that provided personalized event planning and execution of services to clients.
- Overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of logistics for events. This included managing transportation, accommodations, scheduling, and communication with vendors and stakeholders to ensure that everything runs smoothly. This role required strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure.
- An events company, self-owned, that provided personalized event planning and execution of services to clients.
AuPair / PA
Barbara Allgaier
06.2010 - 06.2012
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Educational Needs
Asian College of Teachers
12-2026
Certificate - 120 Hour TEFL
Global Language Institute
12.2022
Certificate - Managing Child's Behavior
Ann Arundel Community Collage
12.2009
Diploma - ESL Business Communication
Howard Community Collage
12.2008
Diploma - Event, Conference and Exhibition Management
Damlin
12.2011
Diploma - Child Psychology
UDEMY
12.2022
Diploma - Project management
Academy of York
12.2016
Certificate - For technical support and IT operational roles
CompTIA A+
Skills
- Knowledge of child development theories and practices
- Ability to create engaging and age-appropriate activities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Patience
- Empathy
- Understanding
- Creativity
- Adaptability
- Strong organizational skills
- Time management skills
- Ability to identify and address behavioral and developmental issues
- Proficiency in basic computer skills
- Educational technology use
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning
Languages
English
Afrikaans
Personal Information
- Title: Early Years Educator
- Availability: October 2025
- Date of Birth: 1989-12-06
- Nationality: South African
References
- Home of English Reference
- The Meyers
- The Nel's
- The Wolmaran's
- The Allgaier's
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Home of English Cambodia
05.2023 - Current
Child care
Family The Meyers
01.2022 - 12.2022
Child care
Family Irene Nel
01.2022 - 11.2022
Child care
Family Inanje Wolmerans
03.2021 - 12.2021
Child Care
Family Sune and Nico Swart
02.2021 - 12.2021
Director
The Active Bubble
01.2021 - 01.2022
Events Customer Communications / Events Logistics Manager
IT-EM
01.2012 - 01.2020
AuPair / PA
Barbara Allgaier
06.2010 - 06.2012
Certificate - 120 Hour TEFL
Global Language Institute
Certificate - Managing Child's Behavior
Ann Arundel Community Collage
Diploma - ESL Business Communication
Howard Community Collage
Diploma - Event, Conference and Exhibition Management
Damlin
Diploma - Child Psychology
UDEMY
Diploma - Project management
Academy of York
Certificate - For technical support and IT operational roles
CompTIA A+
Bachelor of Arts - Special Educational Needs
Asian College of Teachers
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