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Diana Greenland

7 Stenhouse Ct, Mt Low,QLD

Summary

Educational professional accomplished in all areas of teacher support to provide the highest level of education for all students.



I am recognised by my colleagues as demonstrating extreme patience in challenging situations and having exceptional skills in supporting special needs students.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Laboratory Technician, Analytical Chemist

Australian Laboratory Services Pty Ltd
11.2020 - 03.2024
  • Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation


  • Contributed to a safe working environment by consistently following established safety procedures and guidelines within the lab setting


  • Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational


  • Kept laboratory supplies fully stocked


  • Trained new staff in laboratory procedures and standards

Special Education Teacher's Aide

Department of Education and Training, Qld Government
01.2015 - 11.2020
  • Support students with learning difficulties, special or additional needs


  • Implement strategies for SEP students to maximise learning, social and emotional well being


  • Follow IEP's for students and communicate feedback for review


  • Conduct specialised oral language and mobility programs devised by SEP Teacher, Speech Therapists and Physiotherapists


  • Use Communication Devices (PODD and AUSLAN) to facilitate learning


  • Teach groups of students using programs such as Words Their Way, Four Point Instruction, Guided Reading, Seven Steps Writing and OLEY


  • Supervision of children during play and eating time


  • Creating resources and visuals using MS Programs and Boardmaker


  • Promote good behaviour by using positive behaviour management


Preschool Assistant

Department of Education and Training, NT Government
01.2014 - 06.2014
  • Engage children in rewarding learning experiences through setting up a wide range of educational play based environments


  • Provide positive support to staff and children at Nhulunbuy Preschool while respecting individual and family beliefs


  • Supervise and ensure the safety of children and staff at all times


  • Encourage children to learn and feel a sense of belonging while celebrating their achievements


  • Office administrative duties such as organising, compiling, copying, laminating, writing emails and ordering resources

Transition Students' Support Officer

Department of Education and Training, NT Government
02.2012 - 12.2013

 

  • Create a rich, diverse and interactive curricula related environment by setting up interest areas as per Kathy Walker Learning Approach

 

  • Efficiently produce resource material and environmental print using MS Word, Excel and Publisher

 

  • Work as part of a collaborative team to provide the best learning outcomes to all students by recognising individual differences

 

  • Group work and one-on-one instruction to reinforce learning concepts

 

  • Supervise and provide assistance in the classroom, during outside activities and excursions

 

  • Assist with behaviour management, personal care of students and encourage independence

 

  • Seek feedback from staff and students to improve job efficiency and learning pathways

 

 

 

Special Education Support Assistant

Nhulunbuy Primary School
02.2009 - 12.2011

 

 

  • Work extensively with children with disabilities

 

  • Support children of different ages from Preschool to Grade 6

 

  • Use visual timetables, visual cue cards, one-on-one program delivery, reward systems, and role modelling to support special needs students

 

  • Implement and modify strategies to improve learning pathways

 

  • Attended weekly in house training sessions and workshops: Positive Partnerships, Cued Articulation, PECS and Visual Support Exchange

 

  • Communicate and reflect with teachers on the effectiveness of practices and use modifications

 

 

Education

Certificate 3 in Children's Services - undefined

Livingston Institute of Vocational Training Pty Ltd
South Perth, WA
2014

Certificate 4 in Educational Support -

B Online Learning Institution
Pyrmont, NSW
2011

Certificate 3 in Government School Support Services - undefined

B Online Learning Institution
Pyrmont, NSW
2010

Bachelor of Science - Australian Environmental Studies

Griffith Universtiy
Nathan, QLD
1992

Skills

  • Fully Qualified Teachers' Aide, Cert 3 & 4 with 12 years experience
  • Support student learning by facilitating and leading group and one-on-one activities
  • Use interventional literacy and numeracy programs
  • Provide and manage resources, photocopy and laminate, keep anecdotal records, perform administrative duties and house keeping
  • Extensively trained in working with special needs students Communication through PODD and AUSLAN Intro & 1, toileting, dressing and mobility
  • Assist with excursions and sporting activities
  • Respecting of different cultures and beliefs
  • Effective communicator, able to build strong working relationships
  • Excellent organisational skills, able to multitask and set priorities
  • Work with full confidence and confidentiality, follow policies and procedures, WHS regulations
  • Exceptional interpersonal and conflict resolution skills developed through previous roles and personal study
  • Experienced with computers Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, typing notes and creating resources and visuals using Boardmaker
  • Well educated through tertiary study (Bachelor of Science)
  • Working with Children Blue Card (QLD)

Accomplishments

  • AUSLAN Certificate - Introduction (Deaf Services Queensland)
  • AUSLAN Certificate - Level 1 (Deaf Services Queensland)
  • PODD (Pragmatic Organisational Dynamic Display) Trained
  • Autistic Spectrum Disorders 20 hour Course (Queensland Department of Education and Training)
  • Sue Larkey Autism/Aspergers Syndrome Workshop
  • Positive Partnerships Autism Parent/Carer Workshop
  • Crossing Cultures Awareness Program (Torres Strait Islander)



Referees

Kathy Magner

Teacher

Mundingburra State School, Mundingburra, Qld

Email: kmagn5@eq.edu.au

Mobile: 0407 751 028

 

Alisa Sutton Baker

Former: SEP Teacher Mundingburra State School

Current: Childrens's Service Engagement Coordinator, Aruma

Mobile: 0417 801 723


Caroline Gray

Former: Business Manager Mundingburra State School

Current: Business Manager Bohlevale State School

Email: clean2@eq.edu.au

Mobile: 0427 147 082



 

 

 

 

 

 


Timeline

Laboratory Technician, Analytical Chemist

Australian Laboratory Services Pty Ltd
11.2020 - 03.2024

Special Education Teacher's Aide

Department of Education and Training, Qld Government
01.2015 - 11.2020

Preschool Assistant

Department of Education and Training, NT Government
01.2014 - 06.2014

Transition Students' Support Officer

Department of Education and Training, NT Government
02.2012 - 12.2013

Special Education Support Assistant

Nhulunbuy Primary School
02.2009 - 12.2011

Certificate 3 in Children's Services - undefined

Livingston Institute of Vocational Training Pty Ltd

Certificate 4 in Educational Support -

B Online Learning Institution

Certificate 3 in Government School Support Services - undefined

B Online Learning Institution

Bachelor of Science - Australian Environmental Studies

Griffith Universtiy
Diana Greenland