Jaida Eastwood
Brighton
Summary
Teacher's Assistant with 8+ years of experience supporting diverse learners through one-on-one instruction, behavior de-escalation, and adapted lesson delivery. Effective communication and people skills drive improved student engagement and measurable increases in task completion and classroom conduct. Seeks to apply collaborative, student-centered approaches and community referral experience to support inclusive learning outcomes and ongoing professional growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Teachers Assistant
Hobart City High School
05.2024 - Current
- Supported classroom teachers by delivering targeted one-on-one assistance that improved student engagement and conduct.
- Managed and de-escalated behavioural incidents in and out of class to maintain a consistent learning environment.
- Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Supported students with individualized learning strategies to enhance engagement.
- Designed individualized support approaches that produced measurable improvement in student participation.
- Collaborated with staff to adapt lesson activities for diverse learning needs, increasing task completion rates.
Youth Worker
Bridgewater Police and Community Youth Clubs
11.2020 - 01.2024
- - Led school-based behavior programs reducing repeated incidents and improving classroom conduct.
- - Implemented conflict de-escalation techniques resulting in measurable reductions in escalation.
- - Developed referral pathways connecting youths and adults to community resources and support services.
- - Supervised out-of-school-hours care programs delivering structured activities and improved attendance outcomes.
Accredited Gymnastics Coach
Hobart Gymnastics Academy
01.2017 - 06.2022
- - Provided training plans that prepared gymnasts for competition with measurable performance gains.
- - Maintained a safe training environment by enforcing protocols and reducing incident occurrences.
- - Organized concurrent training sessions to serve multiple gymnasts efficiently and improve attendance consistency.
- - Communicated technical feedback to athletes and caregivers to accelerate skill acquisition and technique refinement.
Education
Claremont College
Claremont, TAS01.2020
Montrose Bay High School
Montrose, TAS01.2018
Austins Ferry School
Austins Ferry, TAS01.2016
Collinsvale Primary School
Collinsvale, TAS01.2011
Skills
- Optimistic mindset
- Strong verbal communication
- Steady and understanding presence
- Experienced in software utilization
Accomplishments
- - 8 years of service with the Tasmanian Fire Service
- - Graduated Year 10 at Montrose Bay High School with a merit award
- - Joined a Junior Fire Fighting Program at Old Beach Fire Brigade, led training and improved team readiness
- - Completed State Fire Fighting Championships 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 & 2021
- - Accredited gymnastics coach
- - Fire Fighter of the Year 2017 at Old Beach Fire Brigade
Qualifications
- - Diploma in Leadership and Management
- - Collaborating with Vulnerable People (Child Related Activity)
- - Certificate III in Community Services
Timeline
Teachers Assistant
Hobart City High School
05.2024 - Current
Youth Worker
Bridgewater Police and Community Youth Clubs
11.2020 - 01.2024
Accredited Gymnastics Coach
Hobart Gymnastics Academy
01.2017 - 06.2022
Claremont College
Montrose Bay High School
Austins Ferry School
Collinsvale Primary School