Jo-Anne Normington
West Kalgoorlie,WA
Summary
I am a trustworthy and reliable employee. I strive to provide the best possible outcome in any given environment. I am always keen to look for new challenges and experiences. I work well within a team environment and also efficiently on my own. I am seeking a position where I can develop and excel while giving the best to my employer. Motivated Education Assistant with background in special needs education. Accomplished in creating nurturing environments when implementing educational programs.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Assistant
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted teachers with classroom management to maintain positive learning environment.
- Documented student behaviours, interventions, and outcomes to enable teacher to address issues.
- Delivered personalised educational, behavioural, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Supervised students in common areas.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks and group assignments.
- Engaged students in learning through effective classroom management techniques that promoted active participation and collaboration.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
Family Day Care Educator
Wanslea Goldfields Family Day Care Scheme
10.2002 - 01.2017
- Overall guidance and supervision of children aged 0 –12 years
- Maintaining a healthy and safe environment for children
- Maintain all conditions of the Wanslea Goldfields Family Day Care policy manuals
- Meeting all the satisfactory indicators of the National Child Care Accreditation Scheme's Quality Practices Guide
- Implementing the Early Years Learning Framework
- Providing a wide range of engaging indoor and outdoor experiences for children
- Planning and evaluating appropriate developmental experiences for children in care
- Developing and maintaining professional relationships with families, other FDC Educators, coordination unit staff and members of the community as required
- Developing a thorough knowledge of the needs of all children in care
- Providing a positive, responsive and relaxed environment for children.
Education Assistant (Special Needs)
O'Connor Educational Support
01.2017 - 09.2023
- Enhanced student learning by implementing personalized instructional strategies for special needs individuals.
- Supported students'' emotional and behavioural growth by establishing a nurturing classroom environment.
- Assisted in the integration of assistive technology devices and tools, promoting accessibility and independence among students.
- Improved communication skills by incorporating visual aids, sign language, and alternative methods in daily instruction.
- Fostered positive relationships between special needs students and their general education peers through inclusive activities.
- Facilitated small group instruction to enhance individualized learning opportunities for special needs students.
- Maintained detailed records of student performance, behaviour incidents, attendance, and IEP goals for accurate reporting purposes.
- Participated in professional development workshops focused on special education techniques and best practices for continuous improvement as an educator.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions designed to address unique challenges faced by students with disabilities in the classroom setting.
- Promoted social skill development among special needs learners through targeted group activities and role-playing exercises.
- Established clear expectations regarding behaviour management and disciplinary measures for a consistent, structured learning environment.
- Assisted with the planning and execution of school-wide events highlighting the abilities and achievements of special needs learners within the community.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioural, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
- Alerted instructor to student behaviour or issues requiring intervention.
- Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
- Liaised one-on-one with learners to provide additional support tailored to specific learning needs.
- Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.
- Supported faculty in implementing behavioural intervention plans to address challenging student behaviours.
- Collaborated with teachers and specialists to assess student progress.
- Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
- Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
- Maintained classroom equipment and work area to promote safe learning environment and meet mandated requirements.
- Adapted equipment and technology, boosting student engagement and motivation.
- Kept open and frequent communication with families to provide regular updates on child's academic progress and individualized needs.
Education
Certificate 111 in Education Support -
Kalgoorlie, W.ACertificate in Mothercraft Nursing -
Kalgoorlie, W.ACertificate in Pre Nursing Aide -
Kalgoorlie, W.AWorking with Children Check -
National Police Clearance -
Prendiville College -
Kalgoorlie, W.ASkills
- Student and Parent Relations
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Mentoring Students
- Teacher Support
- Early Childhood Education
- Behaviour Modeling
- Student Safety
- Educational Assistance
- Student Supervision
- Social Development and Integration
- Individual Instruction
- Behaviour Management
- Special Needs Education
Professional Development Courses
- St Johns Senior First Aid Certificate
- Merrilinga Training College – Dealing with conflict
- Department for community Development – Responding to Quality or Standard of Care Concerns and Child Maltreatment Allegations in Children's Services
- Western Australian Health Services – Managing Childhood Infectious Diseases
- Wanslea Family Day Care Scheme – Programming
- Protective Behaviours W.A Inc – Protective Behaviours Training Workshop
- Department for Communities – Child Protection Information Session
- Professional Support Coordinator / Child Australia – Exploring Aspects of Identity in a Diverse World
- Department for Communities – Identifying and Responding to Concerns for Child's Wellbeing
References
- Gleneice Brock, Teacher, O’Connor Education Support Centre, Johnson Street, Kalgoorlie, W.A
- Lisa Fardell, Teacher, St Josephs Catholic School, Burt St, Boulder, W.A, 0429930682
- Tiana Burns
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Bmx (Life member)
- Family
Timeline
Education Assistant
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
10.2023 - Current
Education Assistant (Special Needs)
O'Connor Educational Support
01.2017 - 09.2023
Family Day Care Educator
Wanslea Goldfields Family Day Care Scheme
10.2002 - 01.2017
Certificate 111 in Education Support -
Certificate in Mothercraft Nursing -
Certificate in Pre Nursing Aide -
Working with Children Check -
National Police Clearance -
Prendiville College -
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