ANUPAMA PV
Dandenong
Summary
Dedicated Learning Support Assistant with experience in Neurodiverse environments, enhancing educational outcomes for students in Grades 1 to 5/6. Collaborated with teachers to create inclusive learning experiences for diverse learners. Engaged with families and community members to foster strong relationships and support for children and adults from CALD backgrounds.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher aide
Westall Primary school
08.2021 - Current
- Provided 1:1 support to a student with ASD - helping with sitting tolerance, class routines, breaking down teacher's instructions for the student to understand, managing behavior.
- Worked with a student, (homeschooled till Grade1 and never attended kindergarten) who has difficulties in understanding class routines, group instructions and needed 1:1 support while commencing a learning activity.
- Supported students from vulnerable family backgrounds, promoting well-being and academic progress.
- Implemented behavior strategies as outlined by the teacher and school.
- Participated in mentoring program with Grade 6 students, building rapport and monitoring well-being.
- Supervised Grade 6 students during excursion, assisting teacher in maintaining decorum in public space.
Work placement student
SECL
Dandeong
03.2025 - 10.2025
- Delivered face-to-face and case management sessions to support CALD communities in accessing essential services
- Coordinated with diverse organizations to offer support in housing and financial advisory.
- Provided inbound and outbound assistance to connect with internal and external services.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using the client management system (CMS) to track client interactions.
Teacher aide
ANZUK agency
02.2020 - 08.2021
- Supported students in mainstream and special education environments to improve their learning outcomes.
- Assisted teachers in classroom management and lesson implementation.
- Supported students with special needs to enhance learning experiences.
- Organized educational materials and resources for daily activities.
Integration aide
Wooranna Park Primary primary school
09.2019 - 02.2020
- Worked with diverse range of students with additional needs- ASD, ADHD, SPD (Sensory Processing Disorder), Visual impairment, ID (Intellectual Disability) in pairs or groups of four and six.
- Guided students' thoughts on learning activities, helping them express ideas positively.
- Negotiated task completion with students while fostering relationships by engaging them in discussions about interests and hobbies.
- Observed students and notified the teacher about their needs.
- Implementing behavior management practices when required.
- Assisted students in using laptops for reports, presentations, and projects, enhancing their digital literacy.
- Previously supported adults from disadvantaged backgrounds in learning spoken English.
- Co-ordinated adult literacy and numeracy classes overseas.
Education
Diploma - Community Services
Job Training Institute
Dandenong, VIC06-2026
Certificate IV - Education Support
Chisholm Institute of TAFE
Dandenong, VIC04-2020
First Aid and CPR -
Chisholm Institute of TAFE
01-2020
Skills
- Educational support
- Student assistance
- Behavior management
- Clear communication
- Active listening
- Empathy
- Observation
- Time management
- Resource planning
- Prioritization
- Flexibility
- Adaptability
- Teamwork
- Collaboration
- Feedback provision
- MS Office proficiency
- Excel
- Word
- Power Point
- Access
- Power Point
Overseas Experience
- Previously supported adults from disadvantaged backgrounds in learning spoken English.
- Co-ordinated adult literacy and numeracy classes overseas.
References
- Ranka Trisic, Community Facilitator, Our Place, 0401846715, rankatrisic@hotmail.com
- Emily Acklom, Teacher, Westall Primary school, 0407507103, Emily.Acklom@education.vic.gov.au
Demonstrated Skills And Experience
Assisting the students with clear communication and active listening., Plan and organizing resources before the class starts., Assisting an individual or groups of students with their learning activity., Implementing effective behavior management practices which is already put in place by the teacher to reinforce positive behavior from the students., Negotiating with the students regarding task completion and demonstrating empathy and nurturing nature when the situation demands., Effective time management practices, adaptability and flexibility., Collaborating with teacher in understanding students with additional needs and bringing in activities that best support the learning plan., Provide feedback to the teacher and discussing observations of a particular student., Liaising with other educational staffs and specialists to get a holistic understanding of a student when supporting on an individual basis., Meticulous planner and used effective record keeping, documentation and evaluation strategies in my previous role as a Research Technician., Prioritizing tasks according to time frames in consultation with the teacher., Well skilled in managing school and family commitments to effectively achieve goals., Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite-Excel, Word, Access, Power Point., Manage pressure with positive attitude and demonstrate common sense., Being patient, empathetic and showing resilience when the dynamics of the classroom change.
Professional Development
- 03/01/19, Managing Behaviors in early years using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA therapist training)- ABIA (Autism Behavioral Intervention association), Melbourne
- 08/04/20, Webinar on Micro aggressions in Disability
- 10/03/20, Webinar on Children with complex communication needs- How and why Inclusion works
- 09/01/20, Course in Introduction to the NDIS - (September 2020 - present)
- 08/01/24, Diploma of community services( Case Management)
Timeline
Work placement student
SECL
03.2025 - 10.2025
Teacher aide
Westall Primary school
08.2021 - Current
Teacher aide
ANZUK agency
02.2020 - 08.2021
Integration aide
Wooranna Park Primary primary school
09.2019 - 02.2020
Diploma - Community Services
Job Training Institute
Certificate IV - Education Support
Chisholm Institute of TAFE
First Aid and CPR -
Chisholm Institute of TAFE