Ana Alcaide
Gold Coast
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Arts Teacher
LEAD Childcare
Southport, QLD
04.2024 - Current
- Enhanced student creativity by incorporating hands-on projects and interactive learning experiences.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by fostering collaboration, teamwork, and respect among students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one sensory art sessions for students with disabilities.
Support Worker
Elite Aged Care Services
Gold Coast, QLD
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for each client.
- Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Promoted independence among clients through skill-building exercises and goal-setting initiatives.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, understanding, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill clients, ensuring comfort measures were in place during final stages of life.
- Educated family members on various aspects of client care to enhance support networks during times of need.
- Advocated for client rights and preferences in interactions with external service providers to ensure equitable access to necessary supports.
Student Support Officer (Placement)
Murwillumbah Highschool
Murwillumbah, NSW
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided one on one sessions with 14 to 17 years old dealing with anxiety, ASD and suicidal ideation.
- Streamlined communication processes between students, parents, and staff, fostering a positive school environment.
- Managed confidential student records diligently, maintaining accuracy and privacy in accordance with legal requirements.
- Developed strong relationships with community organizations to connect students with relevant external support services when needed.
- Acted as a liaison between students facing disciplinary issues and school administrators, providing guidance towards constructive resolutions.
- Collaborated with faculty members to identify at-risk students and develop personalized intervention plans for academic success.
Performing Arts Teacher
Innovarte (Inclusive Art Therapy Academy).
Hermosillo, Mexico
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Enhanced student performance by employing differentiated instruction techniques tailored to individual learning styles.
- Established a safe and inclusive classroom environment, promoting respect and open communication among students.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for students with complex needs such as Down syndrome and ASD.
- Developed creative therapeutic approaches to address unique students challenges and promote lasting change.
- I provided classes for 3 years old to 17 years old children, promoting inclusion between children living with a disability and without disability.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
Southern Cross University
Gold Coast, QLD05.2025
Skills
- Adolescent mental health
- Child Mental Health Awareness
- Mental Health Advocacy
- Geriatric Mental Health
- One-on-one sessions
- Client Relations
- Motivational Interviewing
- Research abilities
- Empathy Development
- Self-awareness
- Professional ethics
Timeline
Arts Teacher
LEAD Childcare
04.2024 - Current
Student Support Officer (Placement)
Murwillumbah Highschool
08.2023 - 12.2023
Support Worker
Elite Aged Care Services
03.2023 - 04.2024
Performing Arts Teacher
Innovarte (Inclusive Art Therapy Academy).
01.2018 - 05.2019
Master of Arts - Social Work
Southern Cross University