Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
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CHERYL ANDY

TOLGA,QLD

Summary

Results-driven professional with history of fostering communication and collaboration between departments and stakeholders. Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic environments. Expertise in conflict resolution and relationship management.

Energetic Liaison Officer specializing in connecting families with available resources to strengthen support and enhance student life. Demonstrated success working with public, private, military and homeschooled students.

Self-motivated Liaison Officer eager to work with students of all backgrounds to increase academic performance and improve school integration.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Indigenous Liaison Officer/Teacher Assistant

Catholic Education Cairns/St Josephs School
09.2013 - Current
  • Facilitated communication between stakeholders to enhance educational programs and community engagement.
  • Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to support student welfare and academic success.
  • Collaborated with local organizations to strengthen partnerships and resource sharing for school activities.
  • Managed conflict resolution efforts, fostering a positive environment among students, parents, and staff.
  • Maintained an open line of communication with clients, ensuring satisfaction and addressing any concerns promptly.
  • Developed strong working relationships with external partners, strengthening collaboration on joint initiatives.
  • Provided timely feedback to students on their performance, allowing them to make adjustments as needed for continued improvement.
  • Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
  • Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
  • Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.

Personal Carer for My Mother

None
01.2012 - 04.2023
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities to enhance quality of life.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to promote mental well-being.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring compliance with healthcare guidelines.
  • Maintained accurate records of client care and progress for healthcare professionals.
  • Coordinated appointments and transportation for clients to medical and recreational activities.
  • Monitored client health status, reporting changes to appropriate medical personnel promptly.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Teacher Assistant

Queensland Education/ Innisfail State School
02.1998 - 2010
  • Assisted teachers in preparing classroom materials and resources.
  • Supported individual students with learning activities and personal development.
  • Monitored student progress, providing feedback to educators on performance.
  • Facilitated small group instruction to enhance comprehension of subjects.

Tutor

Innisfail State School
1996 - 1998
  • Developed individualized lesson plans to address diverse learning needs.
  • Facilitated engaging tutoring sessions, enhancing student comprehension and retention.
  • Implemented assessment tools to track student progress and adapt instructional strategies.
  • Collaborated with parents and educators to align educational goals and support systems.
  • Conducted regular evaluations to identify areas for improvement in student performance.

Clerical Assistant Class 1

Commonwealth Department of Education of Cairns
1985 - 1986
  • Organized and maintained confidential files, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.
  • Assisted in processing incoming correspondence, prioritizing tasks for efficient workflow.
  • Compiled reports and documents to support team objectives and deadlines.
  • Coordinated scheduling for meetings and appointments, optimizing time management for staff.
  • Increased department efficiency by managing correspondence, answering phones, and directing inquiries to appropriate personnel.
  • Composed sensitive, confidential reports and documentation.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.

Education

No Degree - Indigenous Studies

TAFE Cairns
QLD
01-2010

No Degree - DIPLOMA FOR INDIGENOUS TEACHER

RATEP
TAFE CAIRNS
01-2002

No Degree - Hardware Retailing Certificate

Hardware Retailers Association
Brisbane, QLD
01-1984

High School Diploma -

Atherton State School
Atherton, QLD
01-1983

Skills

  • Complex problems analysis
  • Recordkeeping
  • Policies and procedures implementation
  • Collaborative relationships
  • Goal setting
  • Student evaluations
  • Home visits
  • Performance reporting
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Parent liaison
  • School requirements
  • Reporting

Accomplishments

  • Supervised 1 special needs students enrolled in prep grade.
  • Documented and resolved attendance issues which is still on going.
  • Earned certification in Indigenous Studies.

Timeline

Indigenous Liaison Officer/Teacher Assistant

Catholic Education Cairns/St Josephs School
09.2013 - Current

Personal Carer for My Mother

None
01.2012 - 04.2023

Teacher Assistant

Queensland Education/ Innisfail State School
02.1998 - 2010

Tutor

Innisfail State School
1996 - 1998

Clerical Assistant Class 1

Commonwealth Department of Education of Cairns
1985 - 1986

No Degree - Indigenous Studies

TAFE Cairns

No Degree - DIPLOMA FOR INDIGENOUS TEACHER

RATEP

No Degree - Hardware Retailing Certificate

Hardware Retailers Association

High School Diploma -

Atherton State School

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