Fatima Paredes
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
Hardworking Disability Support Worker dedicated to comprehensive, compassionate and individualized patient care. Manages appointments and medication, assists with bathing and grooming and maintains tidy environments. Experienced in cerebral palsy disability support.
Highly motivated professional demonstrates ability to develop and implement successful plans of action to address individual needs. Possesses strong problem-solving skills to reduce barriers. Committed to helping individuals and families.
Compassionate Early Childhood Educator with passion for teaching and supporting young students in setting foundation for life-long success. Proven to quickly develop rapport with children through friendly approach, patient demeanor and excellent communication skills. Organized with exceptional work ethic and dedication to completing projects. Skilled in both independently motivated and collaborative team settings.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
Eden Academy
06.2022 - Current
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Coached, supervised and mentored education staff, imparting classroom knowledge to build strong skill sets.
- Supervised student teachers to provide objective feedback.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
Support Worker
Mable
10.2022 - 11.2023
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- A commitment to supporting and promoting the individual needs, skills and personal goals.
- Helped clients with their mobility, meals preparation, and medication management
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Administered assessments to identify clients' needs and establish treatment plans.
- Monitored clients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
Support Worker
Private Client
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Assisted my clients with their mobility with hoist to the wheelchair and Bed.
- Administered assessments to identify clients' needs and establish treatment plans.
- Facilitated peer support groups to help clients connect with others.
Early Childhood Educator
Avenues Early Learning Centre
04.2020 - 08.2022
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
Early Childhood Educator
Avenues Montessori Bowen Hills
01.2018 - 04.2020
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Supervised student teachers to provide objective feedback.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
Educational Advisor
Kaplan Venezuela
05.2009 - 08.2015
- Conducted academic advisement services for students on reoccurring basis to maintain educational progression.
- Investigated complaints and worked with students, parents and teachers on finding positive resolutions.
- Provided design content and instruction for SEP courses and workshops.
- Coordinated follow up and student outreach to monitor academic progress for at-risk students.
- Provided comprehensive support services encompassing career and personal goals of student.
- Conducted seminars, workshops, and educational presentations for enrichment opportunities for students.
- Facilitated academic and cognitive assessments to provide resource referrals according to individualized needs.
- Maintained student database and electronic records for each student contact.
- Answered student inquiries and resolved problems related to curriculum and course prerequisites.
- Provided support and guidance to students experiencing academic and personal troubles.
- Assisted students in selecting courses to align with interests and abilities.
- Helped students with initial adjustment to university academic life and interpreted institutions policies and requirements.
EF Venezuela
Educational Advisor
02.2007 - 01.2010
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Education
No Degree - Certificate III in Early Childhood Education
Shafston University
Brisbane, QLD04.2020
No Degree - Diploma in Early Childhood Education
Shafston University
Brisbane, QLD10.2018
Bachelor Degree in Bussines Administration
University of Venezuela
Venezuela 05.2007
Skills
- Leading Activities
- Meal Organizing
- Managing Supplies
- Lesson Planning
- Good communication skills including the ability to develop and managing good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders (including families or service users)
- Ability to maintain service user privacy and confidentiality
- Established problem solving and conflict management skills
- Ability to use initiative and to work both individually in supporting service user and as a part of a team
Timeline
Support Worker
Private Client
03.2023 - 10.2023
Support Worker
Mable
10.2022 - 11.2023
Early Childhood Educator
Eden Academy
06.2022 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Avenues Early Learning Centre
04.2020 - 08.2022
Early Childhood Educator
Avenues Montessori Bowen Hills
01.2018 - 04.2020
Educational Advisor
Kaplan Venezuela
05.2009 - 08.2015
EF Venezuela
Educational Advisor
02.2007 - 01.2010
No Degree - Certificate III in Early Childhood Education
Shafston University
No Degree - Diploma in Early Childhood Education
Shafston University
Bachelor Degree in Bussines Administration
University of Venezuela
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