I am Althea Farrugia, a passionate educator with extensive experience in early childhood education, care work, and drama. I've supported children and families across kindergarten, primary education, and childcare settings, creating inclusive learning spaces that nurture curiosity and social-emotional development. I love collaborating with colleagues and families to help every child thrive, and I bring energy, empathy, and practical classroom skills to every role. I’m currently pursuing a Bachelor of Education (Primary) to deepen my understanding of pedagogy and inclusive practices. In my spare time I enjoy drama and writing, and I’ve contributed to school theatre projects and community performances, which have strengthened my creativity, communication, and teamwork—qualities I’m excited to bring into a dynamic educational environment.…

Althea Farrugia

I am Althea Farrugia, a passionate educator with extensive experience in early childhood education, care work, and drama. I've supported children and families across kindergarten, primary education, and childcare settings, creating inclusive learning spaces that nurture curiosity and social-emotional development. I love collaborating with colleagues and families to help every child thrive, and I bring energy, empathy, and practical classroom skills to every role. I’m currently pursuing a Bachelor of Education (Primary) to deepen my understanding of pedagogy and inclusive practices. In my spare time I enjoy drama and writing, and I’ve contributed to school theatre projects and community performances, which have strengthened my creativity, communication, and teamwork—qualities I’m excited to bring into a dynamic educational environment.…

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I am Althea Farrugia, a passionate educator with extensive experience in early childhood education, care work, and drama. I’ve supported children and families across kindergarten, primary education, and childcare settings, creating inclusive learning spaces that nurture curiosity and social-emotional development. I love collaborating with colleagues and families to help every child thrive, and I bring energy, empathy, and practical classroom skills to every role.

I’m currently pursuing a Bachelor of Education (Primary) to deepen my understanding of pedagogy and inclusive practices. In my spare time I enjoy drama and writing, and I’ve contributed to school theatre projects and community performances, which have strengthened my creativity, communication, and teamwork—qualities I’m excited to bring into a dynamic educational environment.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

Maltese
Fluent
English
Fluent
Italian
Advanced

Work Experience

Care Worker at Birkirkara Day Centre
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009
Met the needs of service users during the day by providing tea/coffee and meals; on special occasions organized activities such as bingo or games.
Care Worker at Dar tal-Providenza
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009
Helped with everyday needs: taking service users for walks, assisting in the kitchen, observing care workers changing nappies and feeding if needed.
Cashier at McDonalds Baystreet
June 1, 2010 - December 1, 2010
Served customers behind the cash, assisted in the kitchen, and cleaned inside/outside including the McCafé as needed.
Care Worker at Ta Saura Home
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010
Performed service users’ beds in the morning, did washing, prepared tables for breakfast and lunch, fed service users, and attended to daily needs.
Child-care Worker at Fra Diego Home
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010
Evening duties: helped children with homework, feeding, washing, and general cleaning as required.
Child-care Worker at Mickey's Child Educare Centre
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Chose a baby or a group and planned activities with them, guiding them toward two learning intentions.
Child-care Worker at Smartkids (Il-Pespus Childcare Centre), Marsa
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Planned activities for a group of four children, including one with autism, and adapted activities to meet diverse needs.
Student Kindergarten Assistant at St. Ignatius College Primary School, Zebbug
July 15, 2013 - October 23, 2013
Was responsible for the whole class, planned the day for six weeks, and conducted activities; observed six children, including those with special needs.
Supply Learning Support Assistant at St Nicholas College Attard Primary
April 4, 2014 - January 23, 2015
Supported pupil to develop knowledge of a range of learning support needs; established supportive relationships and ensured safety; managed pupil IEPs.
Summer Child Support Worker at Foundation for Educational Services Klabb 3-16, St Paul’s Bay Primary
July 14, 2014 - August 31, 2014
Assisted a boy with autism on a full-time one-to-one basis during the summer.
Kindergarten Educator at Ministry of Education & Employment
January 26, 2015 - February 2, 2020
Kindergarten educator responsible for planning and delivering learning activities and maintaining a safe classroom.
Customer Care Associate at Vivendo Group Head Office
August 1, 2016 - August 31, 2017
Answered telephone calls and scheduled appointments for deliveries and installations; provided customer care.
ECDL Tutor at TCTC, Naxxar
August 1, 2017 - September 30, 2019
Taught ECDL standard modules to children and adults; tutor primarily in the Summer.
Supply Primary Teacher at Archbishop Seminary Minor School
February 26, 2020 - October 1, 2021
Year 2 primary teacher and completed placement for degree; contributed to curriculum delivery.
Supply Primary Teacher at St Ignatius College, St Sebastian, Hal Qormi
October 12, 2021 - August 30, 2022
Supply teacher in primary education.
Drama Teacher at Ministry for Education Drama Unit, Blata L-Bajda
September 1, 2022 - Present
Drama teaching within the Education unit; ongoing role.

Education

School Leaving Certificate / O Level Certificate at St Theresa Girls Junior Lyceum, Mriehel
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2009
Foundation Certificate in Care - EQF level 2 at MCAST, Paola
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010
BTEC Diploma in Health and Social Care - EQF level 3 at MCAST, Paola
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
BTEC National Diploma in Children’s Care, Learning and Development at MCAST, Paola
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013
CACHE Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services (England) at Future Focus, Furjana (Malta)
September 4, 2018 - April 30, 2019
Bachelor of Education - EQF level 6 at Institute for Education M.L.K., Pembroke, Malta
October 1, 2019 - May 31, 2023

Qualifications

Food Handling Course
January 11, 2030 - May 27, 2026
First Aid Certificate
January 11, 2030 - May 27, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Government, Professional Services

Skills

Experience Level