Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
Generic
Jade Burns

Jade Burns

Carnarvon,WA

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated individual with experience as a governess at Hills Springs Station, adept in youth mentoring and behavior management. Proven ability to create engaging learning environments, fostering inclusivity and creativity. Skilled in time management and first aid, ensuring safety while promoting academic success for neurodiverse and neurotypical students.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Governess (Home Tutuor)

Hills Springs station
Carnarvon, WA
02.2025 - Current
  • Governess for two neurodiverse boys aged 7 and 9 with Level 2 autism and ADHD.
  • Collaborated with parents and CSOTA teachers to discuss students' progress and develop strategies for success.
  • Provided one-on-one instruction and tutoring in a variety of academic subjects.
  • Adapted teaching methods based on individual student needs, interests, abilities, and learning styles.

Fassifern Youth Group Leader

Tanya Irving
Boonah, Qld
11.2023 - 02.2024
  • I became a youth group leader for kids age 6-11 whilst I was in High school, and after I graduated, I additionally joined the leadership team for students aged 11-18 years old.
  • This role entails looking after kids of all ages, delivering messages, running games, and set-up/clean up work.

Trade assistant

Dad’s handyman business
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • During school holidays, I would work as a part of my Dad’s handyman business completing various jobs.
  • Including, constructing several verandahs, framing, tiling and grouting, and removing ceilings to expose trusses.
  • Overall, I’m competent on many power tools and capable of doing hard work.

Café Cook/Waitress

Rockalicious café
01.2020 - 01.2024
  • I started working at Rockalicious café as a kitchen hand, and washing dishes, however, as time progressed, I was able to become a cook.
  • Being a cook taught me to multitask, work under strict time restraints, and maintain a clean work environment.

Owned Babysitting/tutoring Business

Self employeed
Boonah, Qld
01.2020 - 11.2023
  • I have cared for babies, pre-teens, and every age in between as my side business in high school.
  • My nurturing, patient spirit allows me to create a positive environment in which to learn and grow.
  • Identified new opportunities for to combine learning and play within the children's lives

Education

High School Diploma -

Boonah State High School
Boonah
12-2023

Skills

  • Youth mentoring
  • Behavior management
  • Activity coordination
  • Team building
  • Time management
  • Creativity development
  • Inclusivity and diversity
  • First aid and safety

Affiliations

  • I'm an outdoor enthusiast and love rock climbing, running, hiking, kayaking, and exploring
  • Middle child with one older and one younger brother from a small country town in SE Queensland

Accomplishments

  • Academic all-star 2023
  • Graphics and design award 2021, 2022, 2023
  • Fashion and design awards 2022, 2023
  • Gold behavioral award 2021, 2022, 2023
  • State title winners for Debating
  • Lions Youth of the Year participant

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Governess (Home Tutuor)

Hills Springs station
02.2025 - Current

Fassifern Youth Group Leader

Tanya Irving
11.2023 - 02.2024

Trade assistant

Dad’s handyman business
01.2022 - 01.2024

Café Cook/Waitress

Rockalicious café
01.2020 - 01.2024

Owned Babysitting/tutoring Business

Self employeed
01.2020 - 11.2023

High School Diploma -

Boonah State High School
Jade Burns