Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Roles And Responsibilities
References
Additional Information
Timeline
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Brenda BROWN

Brenda BROWN

Berkshire Park,NSW

Summary

Resourceful and experienced SLSO offering proficiency in communication, problem-solving and positive reinforcement to offer an inclusive educational environment for all students. A strong work ethic with the ability to work collaboratively and think ‘outside the box’ for optimum outcomes is a personal attribute I bring to my job. Currently looking for new opportunities where commitment to student well-being and Individual Learning Programs are paramount.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

School Learning Support Officer

Bligh Park Public School
Bligh Park
06.2022 - Current

* Assisting the classroom teacher to implement individual learning programs and behaviour management plans to support goals.

* Supported students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs including ASD/ADHD, behavioural and emotional disorders, cognitive disabilities and physical impairments.

* Organising and preparing resources including AAC devices and modifications to resources to support effective learning and communication.

* Demonstrated high level of knowledge and understanding of strategies to support students with disabilities.

* Established safe and inclusive environment conductive to learning and collaboration

* Implemented behaviour modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.

* Supervision out of class, identifying and minimising hazards and promoting positive and safe student interaction.

Independent Support Worker

Mable
01.2018 - Current

* Enhance the quality of care for clients by providing personalised support and assistance with daily living activities.

* Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.

* Keep clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.

* Safeguard client well-being by monitoring health conditions, administering medications, and reporting any changes to appropriate medical professionals.

* Promote independence among clients through skill-building exercises and goal-setting initiatives.

* Document client progress.

Field Worker

Wendy’s Home Care
12.2018 - 06.2023

Job Coach

Nova Employment Pty Ltd
03.2016 - 08.2018

Public Relations Manager

RSPCA NSW
01.1996 - 01.1999

Education

Certificate IV School Based Education Support

Adapt Education (CHC40221)
06.2024

Skills

  • Inclusion strategies
  • Positive behaviour support
  • Emotional and Behavioural Disorders
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Relationship Building
  • Curriculum Adjustments

Roles And Responsibilities

  • Implementing inclusive educational practices in partnership with teachers and parents.
  • Monitoring and supervising stage 2 and 3 students both in support unit, mainstream and EDBD classes.
  • Preparing behaviour management reports
  • Supporting high school levers with disabilities in their life and employment goals
  • Daily and monthly reporting
  • Observe and record numeracy and literacy benchmarking.
  • Supporting students with emotional, intellectual and physical disabilities

References

  • Ms Lisa Apap, Assistant Principal, Bligh Park Public School, 0450 020 832
  • Ms Kylie Estreich, HR, Wendy’s Home Care, (02) 45875999
  • Mrs Kathryn Daddo, former head of support, St Paul’s Grammar School, 0449 125 489

Additional Information

HLTAID012 - Provide First Aid in an education and care setting

WWCC

Timeline

School Learning Support Officer

Bligh Park Public School
06.2022 - Current

Field Worker

Wendy’s Home Care
12.2018 - 06.2023

Independent Support Worker

Mable
01.2018 - Current

Job Coach

Nova Employment Pty Ltd
03.2016 - 08.2018

Public Relations Manager

RSPCA NSW
01.1996 - 01.1999

Certificate IV School Based Education Support

Adapt Education (CHC40221)
Brenda BROWN