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Grace McDermott

Cardup,WA

Summary

I am a highly-motivated worker with a great work ethic. I pride myself in my adaptability, and exceptional communication skills and have great initiative which enables me to work efficiently unsupervised.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Education Assistant

Marri Grove Primary School
Byford , WA
07.2023 - Current
  • Experience in all grades from Kindergarten to year 6.
  • Reading intervention with year 2-6 students in group settings and one-on-one.
  • Working with students on IEP.
  • Assisted with the preparation of lesson materials and activities.
  • Supervised recess and lunch periods to ensure a safe environment for all students.
  • Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
  • Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.

Home Care Worker

KinCare
Byford , WA
04.2022 - 08.2023
  • Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
  • Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
  • Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff in regards to concerns or challenges.

Sales Assistant

Johnny Biggs
Mandurah, Perth
02.2018 - 02.2019
  • Used product knowledge to assist customers and suggest products.
  • Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
  • Conducted evaluations to identify targets, enhanced business plans and provided professional and smooth customer presentations.
  • Reset store displays for special events and seasonal merchandise changes.
  • Maintained well-stocked and organized sales floor with latest merchandise to drive sustained sales revenue.
  • Accepted and completed cash, check and credit card payments.

Sales Assistant

Croissant Express
Booragoon, Perth
10.2014 - 03.2017
  • Answered customers' questions regarding products, prices and availability.
  • Accepted and completed cash, check and credit card payments.
  • Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
  • I prepared and stocked up the display cabinet every morning with fresh food.
  • As a qualified Barista i would start and prepare the coffee machine most mornings and make coffees through out my shift.

Aged Care Worker

OneCare Rubicon Grove
Portsorell , Tasmania
01.2009 - 09.2014
  • Provided clients with emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted with mobility needs and maintaining personal hygiene.
  • Following all safety procedures, keeping up to date with all fire and manual handling trainings.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients for smooth, quality care.
  • Worked with supervisory medical staff to review cases and improve care.
  • Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.

Education

Certificate III & IV in Education Support -

Fast Track Training Australia
Perth
06.2021

Certificate III in Aged Care -

Tafe
Launceston TAS
12.2010

Certificate I & III in Community Services -

Don College
Devonport
12.2009

Skills

  • Great communication within the classroom environment, with both teachers and students
  • Building a strong rapport with students and their families
  • Ability to work equally effectively in both a group setting and one on one with students
  • Exceptional time management skills
  • Documentation And Reporting

References

Cassandra Gibson | Teacher at Marri Grove Primary School
Mobile | 0433387317

Email | cassandra.gibson@education.wa.edu.au

Bronwyn Pelzers | Teacher at Marri Grove Primary School

Mobile | 0487953066

Email | bronwyn.pelzers@education.wa.edu.au

Timeline

Education Assistant

Marri Grove Primary School
07.2023 - Current

Home Care Worker

KinCare
04.2022 - 08.2023

Sales Assistant

Johnny Biggs
02.2018 - 02.2019

Sales Assistant

Croissant Express
10.2014 - 03.2017

Aged Care Worker

OneCare Rubicon Grove
01.2009 - 09.2014

Certificate III & IV in Education Support -

Fast Track Training Australia

Certificate III in Aged Care -

Tafe

Certificate I & III in Community Services -

Don College
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