BRIANNA ARRIGO
Mitchelton,QLD
Summary
Passionate and contemporary teaching assistant with 4 years of experience working within the inclusion team, 1-on-1 with students with additional needs, and in classroom settings of up to 30 students in a general teaching assistant role. An advocate for inclusive education, skilled in promoting positive behaviours and inclusive practice for students with additional needs. A dedicated and mindful Teaching Assistant who offers passionate and informed support to students and staff. Experienced interpersonal communicator across a range of ages. Organised and dependable with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Collaborative and approachable yet seeking new career challenges and opportunities for professional renewal.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Support Team Teaching Assistant & Defence School Mentor
Everton Park State School
06.2020 - Current
Marketing/Office Assistant
Valmont Interiors
11.2017 - 04.2020
Student Support Officer
BCA Australia
09.2015 - 10.2017
Corporate Interior Designer
10.2014 - 08.2000
Education
TAFE Queensland
2020
Bachelor of Design - Interior and Exhibition Design
Swinburne University of Technology
2000
Skills
- Supporting and taking direction from classroom teachers to achieve optimal student outcomes
- Ability to analyse & respond to various teaching styles and individual student needs
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with all stakeholders including staff, students and families whilst protecting privacy aligned with the Code of Conduct
- Ability to work independently and as a team member to achieve goals as well as work collaboratively with staff, students and families
- Experienced in Years Prep - 6
- Managing before-school reading programs
- Ability to supervise students, assess risks, and ensure student and staff safety during class, lunch duties and off-site activities such as excursions and Gala Days
- Ability to support students 1-on-1 and in small groups during Supported Play
- Planning and delivery of small group activities such as lunchtime clubs with arts and craft/sports activities
- Planning and delivery of large group activities such as ANZAC Day service, whole school murals and Under 8's Day activities
- Strong interest in sports and fitness, including triathlon
- Creative and passionate
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Self-driven to set priorities and meet deadlines
- Positive Attitude, Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
Professional Development
- Play is the Way – Social and Emotional Learning
- Kagan Australia – Cooperative Learning
- The Get Happier Project – Tools for Independence and Resilience
- Autism QLD: Understanding ASD
- Nathan Wallis Seminars; Supporting Diverse Students, Understanding Your Brain: Building Resilience and Maximising Learning, Depression and Anxiety
- Heggerty Phonemic Awareness, Phonics and Spelling
Certification
- SEASONS FOR GROWTH, McKillop Institute
- Intensive Level training in Choice Theory, Reality Therapy and Lead Management - Glasser Institute
- HLTAID009 - HLTAID012 Advanced First Aid and CPR
- Diabetes in Schools Level 2: Intermediate Training
- Department of Education Gastrostomy Management
- Department of Education Tracheostomy Management
References
- Alison Gilles, Inclusion Teacher, Everton Park State School, P 0423 217 960
- Nadine Ireland, SWD Teaching Assistant, Everton Park State School, P 0407 768 384
Timeline
Support Team Teaching Assistant & Defence School Mentor
Everton Park State School
06.2020 - Current
Marketing/Office Assistant
Valmont Interiors
11.2017 - 04.2020
Student Support Officer
BCA Australia
09.2015 - 10.2017
Corporate Interior Designer
10.2014 - 08.2000
TAFE Queensland
Bachelor of Design - Interior and Exhibition Design
Swinburne University of Technology
- SEASONS FOR GROWTH, McKillop Institute
- Intensive Level training in Choice Theory, Reality Therapy and Lead Management - Glasser Institute
- HLTAID009 - HLTAID012 Advanced First Aid and CPR
- Diabetes in Schools Level 2: Intermediate Training
- Department of Education Gastrostomy Management
- Department of Education Tracheostomy Management
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