Sophie Chemmak
London
Summary
Dedicated early childhood education professional with expertise in the EYFS Framework and Montessori Education. Skilled in child development, early language acquisition, and EAL support, with a strong focus on safeguarding, child protection, and behaviour management. Proven ability to foster parent partnerships and facilitate small group activities, enhancing emotional regulation and communication skills. Experienced in French language teaching for young learners and integrating creative arts, yoga, and wellbeing into educational programmes. Adept at programme coordination, operational support, planning, organisation, and administrative systems. Committed to team collaboration and leadership while maintaining attention to detail under pressure.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Montessori Early Years Educator
Barnes Montessori Nursery
London
2023.09 - 2026.05
- Deliver Montessori-based EYFS learning experiences supporting holistic development
- Plan and facilitate child-led activities promoting independence, curiosity, and confidence
- Support early language development and communication skills in diverse learners
- Lead small group sessions and creative enrichment activities
- Foster strong relationships with parents, supporting home–school continuity
- Apply safeguarding procedures and promote safe, inclusive learning environments
- Promoted positive behaviour using effective classroom management techniques.
- Participated actively in continuous professional development sessions, boosting teaching competency levels over time.
Montessori Early Years Educator
The Montessori at Brook Green
London
2002.01 - 2023.06
- Delivered consistent, high-quality Montessori education across Early Years age groups
- Observed, assessed, and supported individual developmental progress
- Created nurturing, inclusive classroom environments supporting emotional wellbeing
- Taught French and led creative arts sessions, promoting cultural awareness
- Delivered children’s yoga and mindfulness activities to support regulation and focus
- Managed groups of children, ensuring safety, engagement, and positive behaviour
- Built strong partnerships with parents and contributed to school events and enrichment activities
Broadcast Traffic & Quality Control Coordinator
Fox Kids / Jetix / The Walt Disney Company
London
2001.09 - 2007.12
- Coordinated daily broadcast schedules ensuring accurate programme sequencing
- Performed quality control checks on content prior to transmission
- Monitored live output and resolved scheduling or technical issues in real time
- Liaised with programming, operations, and technical teams
- Maintained broadcast logs and ensured compliance with operational standards
- Supported continuity during high-pressure broadcast environments and organisational change
Resource & Content Coordination Assistant (Library Department)
Fox Kids
London
1998.09 - 1999.08
- Organised and managed large volumes of resources and media assets
- Catalogued and tracked materials with high accuracy
- Coordinated distribution of resources across departments
- Supported efficient workflow and operational organisation systems
Travel Coordinator – Group & Educational Travel
Voyages Vacances LTD
London
1997.09 - 1999.06
- Designed and coordinated group travel itineraries across Europe
- Managed bookings for transport, accommodation, and cultural activities
- Liaised with suppliers to ensure quality service delivery
- Managed budgets, invoicing, and administrative processes
- Provided tailored travel solutions for group and educational clients
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by delivering prompt responses to enquiries and complaints.
Education
Montessori Early Years Diploma - 3 to 6 years old
Montessori International Centre
London, UK 1998.09 - 1999.06
Yoga Certificate - Early Years
Yoga Bananas
Dorking, Surrey 2010.10 - 2010.10
BTS Communication et Actions Publicitaires - HND equivalent
Institut Pitiot
Lyon, France 1990.09 - 1992.06
French Baccalauréat - Philosophy, Languages
Lycée des Glières
Haute-Savoie, France 1990.09 - 1992.07
Skills
- EYFS Framework & Montessori Education
- Child Development & Early Language Acquisition (EAL support)
- Safeguarding & Child Protection
- Behaviour Management & Emotional Regulation
- Parent Partnership & Communication
- Small Group Facilitation & Activity Leadership
- French Language Teaching (Early Years)
- Creative Arts, Yoga & Wellbeing for Children
- Programme Coordination & Operational Support
- Planning, Organisation & Administrative Systems
- Team Collaboration & Leadership
- Attention to Detail & Working Under Pressure
Affiliations
- Yoga, Pilates, travel, foreign cinema,
Languages
French
Fluent
Additional information
- Fluent French speaker
- Extensive experience in early years education and childcare
- Strong background in both education and operational coordination
- Experience working in multicultural and multilingual environments
- Passion for child-led learning, creativity, and wellbeing
Timeline
Montessori Early Years Educator
Barnes Montessori Nursery
2023.09 - 2026.05
Yoga Certificate - Early Years
Yoga Bananas
2010.10 - 2010.10
Montessori Early Years Educator
The Montessori at Brook Green
2002.01 - 2023.06
Broadcast Traffic & Quality Control Coordinator
Fox Kids / Jetix / The Walt Disney Company
2001.09 - 2007.12
Resource & Content Coordination Assistant (Library Department)
Fox Kids
1998.09 - 1999.08
Montessori Early Years Diploma - 3 to 6 years old
Montessori International Centre
1998.09 - 1999.06
Travel Coordinator – Group & Educational Travel
Voyages Vacances LTD
1997.09 - 1999.06
BTS Communication et Actions Publicitaires - HND equivalent
Institut Pitiot
1990.09 - 1992.06
French Baccalauréat - Philosophy, Languages
Lycée des Glières
1990.09 - 1992.07