Kahli McNamara
Tin Can Bay,QLD
Summary
I am dedicated to supporting the teacher's of Tin Can Bay State School in achieving the best educational and emotional outcomes for every student who walks through the doors.
I thrive in a supportive role with students of different learning levels and backgrounds. I positively impact student learning and provide teacher assistance to ensure our classrooms model positive learning and emotional behaviour to ensure our students reach their full potential.
I am dependable, organised, compassionate and eager to add to my skills and experience within our wonderful school community.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Casual Teacher Aide
Tin Can Bay State School
2023.08 - Current
- Assist teachers with supervision and care of both large and small groups of students.
- Support student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities within the curriculum.
- Support classroom activities and bookwork with students.
- Support student learning objectives through personalised and small group assistance.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Assist in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment.
- Facilitate activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Mentor and tutor individual students needing additional help.
- Maintain laboratory safety by demonstrating equipment and techniques during Home Economics.
Retail Sales Assistant
Stella May Boutique
2015.09 - 2016.04
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
- Balanced and organised cash register by handling cash, counting change.
- Opened and closed store independently.
- Developed professional relationships with customers to increase loyalty, retention and rapport.
Console Operator
Basin View General Store
2012.09 - 2015.03
- Day to day running of the store including but not limited to open and close duties, fuel console operations, grocery and essential item ordering, sales etc.
- Strong customer service skills.
- OH&S practices always followed.
- Ability to build relationships with customers within the small town to ensure repeat customers.
- Training of junior staff members.
Pharmacy Assistant
Guardian Pharmacy
2005.02 - 2007.11
- Assisted pharmacist by filling prescriptions for customers and responding to patient questions regarding prescription and medication-specific issues.
- Greeted customers and responded to questions with friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Communicated instructions to patients or caregivers about proper use and storage of drugs.
- Operated cash register and performed front counter tasks to facilitate daily operations.
Education
Certificate IV School Based Education - Teacher Aide Education
Tafe Queensland Online Delivery
Queensland2024
Certificate II - Retail Pharmacy Assistant
Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Sydney, NSW11.2003
Certificate IV - Frontline Management Business Studies
Australian College of Higher Studies
Sydney, NSW06.2003
Year 10 Certificate -
Nowra High School
Nowra, NSW12.2001
Skills
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
- Creating a Safe, Inclusive, Positive Learning Environment
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- Enthusiasm for learning and professional growth
- Conflict Management
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Classroom Supervision
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanour
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Special Needs Support
- Student Support
- Teacher Assistance
Timeline
Casual Teacher Aide
Tin Can Bay State School
2023.08 - Current
Retail Sales Assistant
Stella May Boutique
2015.09 - 2016.04
Console Operator
Basin View General Store
2012.09 - 2015.03
Pharmacy Assistant
Guardian Pharmacy
2005.02 - 2007.11
Certificate IV School Based Education - Teacher Aide Education
Tafe Queensland Online Delivery
Certificate II - Retail Pharmacy Assistant
Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Certificate IV - Frontline Management Business Studies
Australian College of Higher Studies
Year 10 Certificate -
Nowra High School
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