Choy Foong Poo
Kajang,Selangor
Summary
Dedicated early childhood education professional with expertise in child development, curriculum planning, and classroom management. Demonstrates a strong understanding of nursery school regulations and health and safety protocols, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for children. Skilled in performance evaluation, parental engagement, and effective parent-teacher communication to foster community involvement. Committed to enhancing educational experiences through strategic budget administration and meals assistance. Aspires to further contribute to child safeguarding initiatives while promoting holistic growth in young learners.
Overview
3
3
Languages
27
27
years of professional experience
Work history
Head Teacher of Nursery School
International Montessori Baby Childcare
Cheras Selangor, Malaysia
2022.01 - 2026.08
- Designed and implemented engaging learning activities that fostered children's development and maximised their time in a positive manner.
- Conducted performance evaluations of teaching staff, providing constructive feedback for professional development.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to deliver tailored support that addressed individual student needs and enhanced their educational experience.
- Promoted an inclusive school culture, recognising and celebrating diversity among students and staff.
- Chaired meetings with parents and teachers to discuss student progress and address concerns.
- Coordinated school inspections and audits, achieving outstanding results in external evaluations.
- Developed and executed enhancements to programmes and curricula, aligning them with best practices to improve overall educational outcomes.
- Devised programmes to improve children's physical, social and mental development.
- Supervised and coached staff to deliver high-quality child care provisions.
Class Teacher cum Supervisor
International Montessori Sdn Bhd
Ampang, Selangor, Malaysia
2010.01 - 2021.11
- Worked with parents and staff to improve student behavioural and learning issues with proactive approaches.
- Organised extracurricular activities and school events, enriching the educational experience for pupils.
- Fostered positive learning environment by maintaining strong classroom discipline.
- Assisted in organising school trips, providing pupils with enriching experiences outside the classroom.
- Developed strong relationships with parents to ensure consistent communication about child progress.
- Prepared reports on student's progress for parent-teacher conferences.
- Maintained health and safety of children during all activities.
- Encouraged learning through play to aid social, emotional and educational growth within kindergarten settings.
- Maintained up-to-date records of each student's academic progress and attendance.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with the national curriculum.
- Introduced first lessons in reading and writing to kindergarteners, which built foundation for future education.
- Prepared classrooms for lessons each morning, creating an organised learning environment.
Assistant Manager
NET Supplier
Cheras, Selangor, Malaysia
2009.01 - 2009.12
- Monitored staff performance and developed improvement plans.
- Resolved escalated customer complaints by offering practical solutions and maintaining professionalism.
- Monitored inventory levels, placing orders for stock replenishment to prevent shortages.
Administration Clerk
Kinder Kids Pre-School
Kajang Selangor, Malaysia
2004.01 - 2008.12
- Answered telephone calls to offer information, direct callers and take messages.
- Handled photocopying documents, updating files and faxing communications for staff.
- Managed client communications by answering phones and corresponding through email.
- Organised and maintained files, records, and correspondence for streamlined retrieval and compliance.
Kindergarten Class Teacher
Kinder Kids Pre-School
Kajang, Selangor, Malaysia
2004.01 - 2008.12
- Fostered a safe and nurturing classroom environment, promoting positive behaviour and emotional development.
- Closely monitored child behaviour, promptly reporting changes or emerging issues to relevant parties.
- Developed child language skills through storytelling, role play and songs.
- Maintained accurate records of children's attendance, progress, and developmental milestones.
- Planned and delivered creative lessons for children, teaching through play and practical activities.
- Monitored child progress by assessing classwork and providing feedback to keep early learning development aligned with school standards.
Assistant Kindergarten Teacher
Kinder Kids Pre-School
Kajang Selangor, Malaysia
2000.01 - 2003.12
- Maintained clean, safe environments to support children's health and well-being.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance learning experiences for children.
- Assisted team by undertaking additional responsibilities during peak periods to ensure smooth operations.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Accounting
Setia Institute
Seremban, MalaysiaSkills
- Child development
- Curriculum planning
- Nursery school regulations awareness
- Classroom management
- Child safeguarding
- Health and safety protocols
- Performance evaluation
- Parental engagement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Community engagement
- Budget administration
- Meals assistance
- Child safeguarding awareness
Languages
English
Fluent
Chinese (Mandarin)
Fluent
Malay
Upper intermediate
Education
other
Languages
4,B2,6,C2,5,C1
Timeline
Head Teacher of Nursery School
International Montessori Baby Childcare
2022.01 - 2026.08
Class Teacher cum Supervisor
International Montessori Sdn Bhd
2010.01 - 2021.11
Assistant Manager
NET Supplier
2009.01 - 2009.12
Administration Clerk
Kinder Kids Pre-School
2004.01 - 2008.12
Kindergarten Class Teacher
Kinder Kids Pre-School
2004.01 - 2008.12
Assistant Kindergarten Teacher
Kinder Kids Pre-School
2000.01 - 2003.12
Certificate of Higher Education - Accounting
Setia Institute