I am a qualified Counsellor and Psychotherapist currently working toward registration as a Paediatric Psychologist. I have worked across three schools and am looking to utilise my skills in a dedicated student counselling and wellbeing role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Support Professional
St Peter's Primary School
01.2023 - Current
Worked with high needs students with diagnosed Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Intellectual Disability, ESL & more
Provided individual academic & behavioural classroom support including implementing behavioural plans in collaboration with teachers, leadership & parents
Maintained student files & progress reports
Implemented individual education & behaviour support plans for students
Performing Arts Trainer
Federation Performing Arts School
06.2023 - Current
Working with a group of up to 12 primary school aged students
Planned lessons to reflect group and individual student needs utilizing creative instruction.
Implemented effective classroom management techniques to provide a safe, calm learning environment.
Student performances twice per year
Student Wellbeing
Caulfield Junior College
06.2021 - 01.2023
Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counselling to students with academic or personal concerns with the aid of a therapy dog
Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies
Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to create individualized education and behaviour plans for students with special needs.
Maintained positive relationship and frequent communication with students, teachers, parents & leadership
Worked with students with severe behavioural concerns, violence, incontinence, foster system children, families living in poverty and severe mental illness
Experience with students with school lock down safety plans as well as school escape plans
Education
Honours - Psychology
Monash University
08.2024
Master of Counselling - Psychotherapy
Monash University
2019
Bachelor of Arts - Advanced Psychology & Philosophy