CV Robinanne Lavelle

Director, Nominated Supervisor, Head of Department, Lecturer, Author and Teacher

EDUCATION
Master of Business, Sydney University: Thesis on Business Empowerment - design tool to measure level & perceptions.
Master of Educational Management, University of Western Australia: Coursework - interpersonal relations & dissertation – What Readers want in a textbook – evaluation of style and format.
Post Graduate Diploma in Education, University of Western Australia: secondary & primary school.
Bachelor of Economics, Monash University: a double major in Economics and Politics and a minor in Economic History.

PUBLICATIONS
Author, Life Sorted: 8-session practical guide to Mindfulness, Meditation and Management - Book & audio practical guided learning in mindfulness, meditation, and management to examine life’s issues.
Co-Author, The Road Awaits. Book of poems and stories written while travelling across Australia.
Author, solely rewrote Social Science texts: Trends & Turning Points.
Author, solely rewrote Social Science texts: Tracts & Traces.
Author, solely rewrote Social Science texts: Time & Tide.
Author, Meditation: Creating Quality Life.
Co-author, texts recommended by Secondary Education Authority:

Laymans Guide to the Law Year 12 & Law Teacher Journal for teachers of Year 12.
Co-author, texts recommended by Secondary Education Authority:

Laymans Guide to the Law Year 11

Team-author, Law Teacher Journal for teachers of Year 11.

EXPERIENCE

Nominated Supervisor – Family Day Care Service - Educators across Brisbane, Ipswich & Logan

Compliance & Quality Assurance

Oversee all Family Day Care operations to meet National Law, Regulations, and organisational standards.
Maintained educator certifications (First Aid, CPR, Child Protection, Car Safety) and monitored qualification currency.
Conducted regular spot checks and monthly home visits assessing supervision, safety, learning environments, and resource suitability.
Completed risk assessments for transport, excursions, and daily practices.

Recruitment, Induction & Workforce Development

Recruited educators with strong child‑development knowledge and the ability to deliver high‑quality learning environments.
Delivered a structured 9‑week onboarding program (2 hours weekly) for new educators, individually or in small groups.
Provided ongoing coaching, professional development, and translation support where required.
Retrieved and reconciled all child records when educators exited the service, in line with National Law.

Educational Leadership & Programming

Guided educators to develop child‑centred, engaging programs aligned with EYLF and MTOP.
Supported curriculum planning using observation, analysis, documentation, planning, implementation, and reflection cycles.
Reviewed children’s portfolios for accessibility, developmental depth, and regulatory compliance.
Promoted play‑based learning and critical reflection as core pedagogical practices.
Developing toy‑library system and created an educational corner at the office for visiting educators and children.

Health, Hygiene & Safety

Advised educators on medication administration, incident reporting, sleep/rest routines, sun safety, and food handling.
Monitored safe entry/exit procedures, prohibited items, and digital privacy practices.
Promoted appropriate use of technology as an educational tool.

Systems, Facilities & Operational Support

Developed organisational systems and used software platforms to track compliance and documentation.
Identified educators needing additional support and arranged resources, equipment, and training.
Oversaw physical environments to maintain safety, functionality, and learning value.

Family & Community Engagement

Produced monthly newsletters and shared observation documentation with families via the software portal.
Developing resources for families, including support for children with additional needs.
Building strong partnerships through events, parent‑education sessions, and community involvement (dental, fire, police visits, library access).

Policies, Procedures & Governance

Reviewed policies annually and facilitated monthly policy discussions with educators.
Delivered targeted professional development on key policies and regulatory requirements.

Marketing & Promotion

Created website content and contributed to branding materials (office design, business cards, banners, pamphlets).
Engaged with local schools, colleges, and community events to promote the service.

Owner & Nominated Supervisor – Merewether Day Care - Childcare Centre www.merewetherdaycare.com

Designed, built, and operated a high‑quality early childhood service caring for up to 40 children weekly.
Directed all operational, educational, HR, and compliance functions for a team of 6 educators.
Developed individualised learning programs for children aged 6 months–5 years.
Fostered strong family relationships through proactive communication and personalised support.
Managed recruitment, induction, mentoring, performance development, rostering, payroll, and administration.
Produced weekly operational reports and coordinated transport logistics for a fleet of 5 vehicles.
Maintained full regulatory compliance and led Quality Improvement Plan development.
Created all organisational resources including parent packages, staff handbook, school readiness materials, and marketing collateral.
Authored the weekly Week in View for families and staff.
Conducted WHS checks, risk assessments, emergency planning, and medical kit audits.
Coordinated parent events, staff meetings, and educational workshops.
Managed procurement, cataloguing, and maintenance of educational resources.
Researched and shared current educational findings with staff and families.
Produced blogs on positive parenting and child development.
Awarded “Educator of the Year” – Newcastle NSW Region.
Created and continue to maintain all website content.

Lecturer – Business Management & Law - University of Sydney (Orange), Curtin University (Karratha), TAFE, Edwards International College

Taught, designed, and authored management and law curriculum for diverse student cohorts.
Sole author of Management II (USYD), covering decision‑making and strategic management.
Delivered experiential learning programs including group‑dynamics workshops and business simulations.
Taught leadership, team building, conflict resolution, creative thinking, negotiation, and organisational effectiveness.
Developed WebCT interactive modules with assessments, videos, and management articles.
Facilitated a five‑day residential business simulation spanning four years of virtual company decision‑making.
Coordinated industry guest speakers to enhance applied learning.
Supported students ranging from senior managers to school‑leavers and international students.
Delivered an 8‑week Meditation & Mindfulness program for stress management.

Contract Author – Longman Publishing & Secondary Education Authority

Rewrote and updated three Social Science text/workbooks for Years 8–10 (Time and Tide, Tracts and Traces, Trends and Turning Points).
Co‑authored Layman’s Guide to the Law (Years 11 & 12), adopted as the prescribed text by the Secondary Education Authority.
Co‑authored the Law Teacher Journal for senior secondary educators.
Developed VET pilot course Work Skills and authored courseware for Appraise Rural Property.
Produced eight guided meditation and relaxation audio sessions for stress management.
Served as Director of Upper School overseeing Year 11–12 students undertaking TAFE courses.

Senior Staff Member – Director of Upper School & Head of Department - Helena College – Business, Law & Social Science

Led Year 11–12 programs, curriculum quality, and staff development.
Only female senior staff member contributing to whole‑school strategic and administrative decisions.
Provided individual career and subject‑selection guidance to Year 10 students.
Co‑developed school policies, procedures, job descriptions, and administrative frameworks.
Authored the Staff Selection Policy and Procedures.
Represented staff on the Industrial Communication Group, improving wellbeing, conditions, and professional development.
Negotiated salary improvements and benefits.
Designed and implemented a Deferred Salary Scheme for staff.
Head of Social Science: wrote curriculum programs for all Social Science units.
Presented at Business Education Teachers Network seminars on ergonomics and effective office layout.

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