Brooke-Lee Kirkwood
Adelaide,SA
Summary
I am seeking a position that will enable me to use the skills I have developed through my working career which have included roles working within schools as well as dentistry. I thrive working in a team environment to achieve team objectives and goals, as well as having the ability to work individually on tasks. Through my positive nature and communication skills, I understand how to motivate and deliver key messages to achieve these objectives and goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
School Support Officer
Christies Downs Primary School
Adelaide, SA
06.2019 - Current
- Assisted teachers with lesson planning and preparation of materials for classes.
- Oversaw day-to-day work of classroom teachers, administrative staff and school personnel to expertly serve students' needs and meet district and state standards.
- Helped in organising extra-curricular activities such as sports days, field trips.
- Responded promptly to emails sent by teachers regarding student-related matters.
- Provided administrative support to the school principal and other senior staff members.
- Cultivated positive relationships with parents and staff to facilitate school operations and student success.
- Referred to student performance data to set educational goals and standards.
- Answered phone calls from parents and guardians seeking information about their children's progress at school.
- Supervised student activities during lunch breaks or recess periods.
- Resolved various situations to cultivate strong student and parent relationships.
- Maintained a safe environment by ensuring that all safety procedures are followed within the school grounds.
- Greeted visitors upon arrival and directed them to appropriate offices or personnel as required.
- Monitored students' behavior in classrooms and corridors to ensure safety and orderliness.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Developed instructional methods and content for educational or student activity programs.
Football Coaching
Sturt Football Club and ASC
Adelaide, SA
07.2019 - 10.2023
- Created, implemented, and evaluated coaching programs to ensure effectiveness.
- Monitored progress of coaches and provided feedback accordingly.
- Developed coaching strategies to improve team performance.
- Drafted reports summarizing findings from evaluations conducted during the course of the program.
- Developed and implemented coaching programs to facilitate team collaboration.
- Developed materials such as handouts, manuals, and job aids for use in training sessions.
- Created culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation and responsibility among athletes and coaching staff.
- Facilitated team-building activities designed to boost morale.
- Conducted post-game analysis to identify areas for improvement.
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
- Implemented team practice, meeting and game schedules and communicated important information to players, staff and families.
- Communicated rules and expectations to student athletes and performed necessary corrective actions.
- Mentored and encouraged youth to develop strong work ethic by being positive role model and regularly practicing skills.
- Developed team strategies to improve performance in competitions.
- Motivated athletes through positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
Dental Assistant
SADS
Adelaide, SA
07.2012 - 06.2019
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Prepared patients by explaining scheduled treatments and potential side effects.
- Updated patient records with new data and treatment information.
- Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations of the practice.
- Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
- Explained dental services and payment plans to help patients make informed decisions.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mount Compass Area School
Mount Compass, SA12-2011
Skills
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Safety Oversight
- Building Relationships
- Special Events Planning
- Team Motivation
- Energetic Personality
- Communication Abilities
- Personable and Friendly
- Group Leadership
- Behavioral Support
- Skill Development
- Personal Care Assistance
- Team Development
- Community Advocate
- School Administration Understanding
- Public Speaking
- Policies and Procedures Enforcement
- Attention to Detail
- Relationship Building
- Presentation Skills
- Student Support
Referees
- Todd McGrath - Christie Downs Primary School Team Leader
0411 986 750
todd.mcgrath983@schools.sa.edu.au
- Bruce Dawes- Sturt Football Club League Women’s Coach
0409 393 325
dawesbj@bigpond.com
- Steph Walker - Australian Sports Camps Director
0459 587 908
Steph.walker634@schools.sa.edu.au
- Regina Gonzalez - SA Dental Service Patient Flow Manager
0403 208 997
Regina.gonzales@sa.gov.au
Timeline
Football Coaching
Sturt Football Club and ASC
07.2019 - 10.2023
School Support Officer
Christies Downs Primary School
06.2019 - Current
Dental Assistant
SADS
07.2012 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
Mount Compass Area School
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