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Amanda Geddes

Kings Park,NSW

Summary

I am a passionate Educator with not only professional experience assisting Students to reach their learning potential I also am a parent of a Child with ASD and a Intellectual Disability.

My son is now turning 24 and has inspired my career to make a difference in the Educational Sector. From my beginning working within the Early Childhood Sector through to my present career path working with High School Students.

My early Career in my 20's was a very different path, working within the Beauty Industry. However the skills I learned how to communicate effectively and work within a team environment. Allows me to be a asset to every Employer have had the opportunity to work with and grow my professional and personal experience.


Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Science Laboratory Assistant

The Hills Sports High School , Seven Hills
02.2022 - Current

Principal Amanda De Carli amanda.decarli@det.nsw.edu.au

9622 7300

Head of Science Ms. Anne Christensen anne.christensen@det.nsw.edu.au

9622 7300


Duties

  • Improved laboratory efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, ensuring smooth operations.
  • Assisted in research projects by conducting experiments and collecting data, contributing to scientific advancements.
  • Enhanced accuracy of results by calibrating and operating lab equipment properly, ensuring reliable findings.
  • Supported team members with sample preparation tasks, enabling timely completion of experiments.
  • Ensured safety compliance by following all laboratory protocols and guidelines, minimizing accidents and incidents.
  • Maintained accurate records of experimental results for easy reference and future analysis, facilitating knowledge sharing across teams.
  • Collaborated effectively with fellow researchers on various projects, fostering a productive work environment.
  • Expedited project timelines by diligently managing multiple tasks simultaneously without sacrificing attention to detail or quality control measures.
  • Prepared chemical solutions accurately according to specifications provided by researchers, ensuring consistent experimental conditions throughout each project phase.
  • Conducted routine maintenance checks on laboratory equipment to ensure peak performance levels at all times while minimizing downtime due to malfunctions or repairs needed.
  • Effectively communicated progress updates, concerns, or suggestions to supervisors on a regular basis, fostering an open and transparent work environment.
  • Enhanced laboratory safety culture by regularly attending safety training sessions and sharing best practices with colleagues, fostering a secure workspace for all team members.
  • Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
  • Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
  • Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.
  • Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
  • Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
  • Monitored and documented safety standards to verify compliance.
  • Operated and performed preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment and instruments.
  • Collaborated with researchers and scientists to design and execute experiments.
  • Cooperated with other technicians to develop and test new protocols.
  • Interpreted laboratory results to provide technical advice to scientists.

School Administrative Assistant

Seven Hills Sports High School
03.2022 - Current

Principal Amanda De Carli, amanda.decarli@det.nsw.edu.au

ph. 9622 7300

School Administration Manager Lyn Bailey lyn.bailey@det.nsw.edu.au

ph. 9622 7300

  • Streamlined administrative processes by implementing efficient filing and documentation systems.
  • Maintained a welcoming front office environment for students, parents, staff, and visitors to promote positive school culture.
  • Enhanced student safety by monitoring visitor access and distributing visitor badges as needed.
  • Facilitated effective communication between administration and staff by promptly addressing concerns or inquiries via email or phone calls.
  • Improved operational efficiency with accurate record-keeping of student attendance, grades, and other relevant information.
  • Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
  • Completed forms, reports, logs and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.
  • Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
  • Facilitated timely delivery of special projects to meet organizational and departmental objectives.
  • Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.

School Learning Support Officer

Crestwood High School
03.2021 - Current

Principal Mrs Tania Wright

tania.l.wright@det.nsw.edu.au

9624- 3950

Head Teacher of Support Unit

Mrs Suzanne Harney

suzzanne.p.taylor@det.nsw.edu.au

9639 7422

0410 554 654


Classroom Teacher

Mrs Kasia Sabel

katarzyna.czapla1@det.nsw.edu.au

9639 7422

0412 310 684

Duties

  • Assisting Physically and Intellectually Impaired Students within the Support Unit.
  • Providing Students with Autism level 1
    to Level 3, Intellectual Disabilities and Cerebral Palsy. Blind and Vision Impairment
    and Students with Rare Genetic Disorders. To be supported to reach their individual
    abilities within a caring, positive and inclusive environment
  • Improved overall department efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new policies.
  • Enhanced communication between team members by fostering open dialogue.
  • Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
  • Drove innovation within the department by promoting creative thinking and supporting new initiatives.
  • Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
  • Championed diversity initiatives within the department, promoting an inclusive work environment where all employees felt valued and respected.
  • Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
  • Attended personnel meetings and training sessions to improve skills and learn new policies and procedures.

Science Laboratory Assistant

Crestwood High School
03.2022 - 12.2022

Principal Tania Wright

tania.l.wright@det.nsw.edu.au

9639 7422


Head of Science Ms Leigh Rayner

leigh.rayner@det.nsw.edu.au

9639 7422


  • Improved laboratory efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, ensuring smooth operations.
  • Enhanced accuracy of results by calibrating and operating lab equipment properly, ensuring reliable findings.
  • Supported team members with sample preparation tasks, enabling timely completion of experiments.
  • Ensured safety compliance by following all laboratory protocols and guidelines, minimizing accidents and incidents.
  • Streamlined lab processes through the implementation of inventory management systems, reducing waste and saving resources.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary collaborations by providing technical assistance during joint research efforts.
  • Collaborated effectively with fellow researchers on various projects, fostering a productive work environment.
  • Maintained accurate records of experimental results for easy reference and future analysis, facilitating knowledge sharing across teams.
  • Expedited project timelines by diligently managing multiple tasks simultaneously without sacrificing attention to detail or quality control measures.
  • Prepared chemical solutions accurately according to specifications provided by researchers, ensuring consistent experimental conditions throughout each project phase.
  • Conducted routine maintenance checks on laboratory equipment to ensure peak performance levels at all times while minimizing downtime due to malfunctions or repairs needed.
  • Safeguarded sensitive information related to ongoing research endeavors through strict adherence to data confidentiality and security standards.
  • Effectively communicated progress updates, concerns, or suggestions to supervisors on a regular basis, fostering an open and transparent work environment.
  • Enhanced laboratory safety culture by regularly attending safety training sessions and sharing best practices with colleagues, fostering a secure workspace for all team members.
  • Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
  • Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
  • Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.
  • Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
  • Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
  • Monitored and documented safety standards to verify compliance.
  • Operated and performed preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment and instruments.
  • Cooperated with other technicians to develop and test new protocols.
  • Coordinated and managed laboratory projects and experiments.

School Learning Support Officer

Kings Langley Public School
01.2021 - 12.2021

Principal Mr. Christopher Lambert

christopher.k.l.lambert@det.nsw.edu.au

9674 4460


Duties

  • Assist Classroom Teachers to provide seamless and effective learning opportunities for all Students.
  • Prepare materials required for learning activities.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through additional learning strategies and modified lesson plans as directed by the Classroom Teacher.
  • Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct.

School Learning Support Officer

Vardys Road Public School
03.2020 - 09.2021

Principal: Mr. Ian Short email- Ian.d.short@det.nsw.edu.au

9624 3144


Head of Learning Support Mrs Heidi Bennett heidi.bennett3@det.nsw.edu.au

9624 3144


Duties

  • Assisting Students within various Classrooms to improve understanding of Learning Subjects.
  • Leading small learning groups with Mini Lit and Macq Lit literacy program.
  • Supervising Students with. additional needs in the playground settings to be able to participate in social interaction and activities safely.

Education

Certificate 1v EducationBased Education Support - Education Support

Australian College of Teacher Aides And Childcare
PO BOX 15367 CITY EAST QLD 4002
05.2024

Diploma of Aesthetician And Beauty Therapy -

Academy of Advanced Beauty Therapy
Neutral Bay, NSW
12.1992

High School Diploma -

Castle Hill High School
Castle Hill, NSW
12.1990

Skills

  • Parent Communication
  • Scheduling Appointments
  • Report Generation
  • Student Registration
  • Filing Systems
  • Strong Organization
  • Excellent Communication
  • Time Management
  • Problem Solving
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Team Collaboration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Confidentiality Maintenance
  • Customer Service
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Record Keeping
  • Student Support
  • Data Entry
  • Database Administration
  • Correspondence Writing
  • Administrative Support
  • Office Administration
  • Microsoft Office
  • Fast Learner

Community Involvement

I am a passionate Team Manager of our Hills Knights Soccer Club that is located in Baulkham Hills and
have watched the young boys who make our team grow from 2009 till now as they become young Men.
Along with our Coach Mr. Jamie Wahab who is the Principal of Sacred Heart High School in Mona Vale
on the Northern Beaches.
I have taken great pride in guiding the boys through the expectations and determination it takes to
apply skill to succeed. That the game is not won on individual talent it takes the team as a whole to make
a difference. And when they lose their confidence or let challenges on the field affect them, I remind the
players what grace and professionalism does to make them the better man.
And in a time in the world when young people have many forms of influence around them in a variety of
ways. Having great role models in the community to show them ways to navigate their youth while
growing into respectful and successful adults is why I love to be involved.
And it is with this same passion I encompass both my personal and professional life, I have always been
a person who cares deeply and wants to make a difference for others.

https://hillsknights.com.au



Additional Information

I am contracted within my role at The Hills Sports High, Seven Hills for 2024 working Thursdays and Fridays. I am available for the other days in the week for casual hours.

Ideally I am looking towards the future in my role as a School Learning Support Officer where I can use my experience and knowledge to make a difference for the Students that inspire me.



Timeline

School Administrative Assistant

Seven Hills Sports High School
03.2022 - Current

Science Laboratory Assistant

Crestwood High School
03.2022 - 12.2022

Science Laboratory Assistant

The Hills Sports High School , Seven Hills
02.2022 - Current

School Learning Support Officer

Crestwood High School
03.2021 - Current

School Learning Support Officer

Kings Langley Public School
01.2021 - 12.2021

School Learning Support Officer

Vardys Road Public School
03.2020 - 09.2021

Certificate 1v EducationBased Education Support - Education Support

Australian College of Teacher Aides And Childcare

Diploma of Aesthetician And Beauty Therapy -

Academy of Advanced Beauty Therapy

High School Diploma -

Castle Hill High School
Amanda Geddes