Katie Grimmond
Redgate,QLD
Summary
Organized Teaching Assistant focused on helping lead teacher with support and student instruction. Passionate about positively impacting students' lives and helping improve academic performance. Personable and kind with people of diverse backgrounds.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
Brisbane Catholic Education
Murgon, QLD
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted teachers with creating and maintaining a safe, orderly learning environment.
- Supported teachers by preparing materials, setting up equipment, and organizing supplies.
- Supervised students during lunchtime, field trips, assemblies, and other activities.
- Encouraged positive social behaviors among students through role modeling and conflict resolution techniques.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
- Provided individualized and small group support to reinforce classroom topics and promote student learning.
Farm Owner
Riverstone Ag
Redgate, QLD
2009 - 01.2023
- Developed crop rotation plans to maintain soil fertility and increase yields.
- Organized the planting, harvesting, and storage of crops.
- Scheduled maintenance for farm equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Implemented pest control measures to protect crops from damage.
- Monitored weather conditions and adjusted farming practices accordingly.
- Negotiated contracts with local businesses to purchase supplies at competitive prices.
- Conducted research on new technologies to improve production efficiency.
- Inspected fields regularly for signs of disease or pests in order to take corrective action promptly.
Mining Operator
Boddington Gold Mine McIntyres
Perth, WA
11.2001 - 2002
- Assisted in loading and unloading supplies from trucks onto the drill floor.
- Monitored drilling operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Operated a variety of tools including wrenches, hammers, drills. for drilling activities.
- Maintained records of daily drilling activities such as number of holes drilled, depths achieved.
- Inspected drill bits and other parts to detect wear or damage during operation.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress of the job site tasks or issues arising on the job site.
- Adjusted speed and direction of rigs according to changing conditions on the job site as required by supervisor instructions.
- Assisted in measuring depth of wells being drilled using specialized instruments such as calipers or gauges .
- Removed core samples during drilling to determine nature of strata being drilled.
Assistant Store Manager Trainee
Sportsgirl
Coffs Harbour, NSW
1997 - 2001
- Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
- Assisted customers with product selection, ordering, billing, returns, exchanges and technical support.
- Monitored inventory levels and reordered merchandise as needed.
- Provided customer service to shoppers, including answering questions and assisting with product selection.
- Organized store shelves, displays and backrooms for new merchandise and restocked existing items.
- Performed cash register duties, such as processing payments, issuing receipts and bagging purchases.
- Assisted in training new staff members on store policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of sales transactions and inventory levels.
- Developed promotional materials to advertise store specials or events.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner while providing excellent customer service.
- Attended store meetings to discuss changes in store policy or procedure.
Veterinary Nurse
Capel Veterinary
Capel, WA
2002 - 2004
- Provided nursing care to animals, such as administering medications and vaccinations.
- Conducted laboratory tests and collected specimens for analysis.
- Assisted veterinarians in the examination of animals, including restraint and minor surgical procedures.
- Maintained accurate medical records on all patients.
- Educated clients on proper animal health care techniques, nutrition, preventative medicine.
- Performed dental prophylaxis, radiographs and other diagnostic imaging procedures under the direction of a veterinarian.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by prepping instruments and equipment for use during surgery.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, including kennels, exam rooms and treatment areas.
- Coordinated with other animal healthcare staff members to ensure quality patient care.
- Provided emotional support to pet owners dealing with difficult diagnoses or treatments.
- Administered first aid treatment to injured or sick animals.
Horse Trainer
Van Wyk Farming
South Africa, SA
2004 - 2006
- Developed individualized training plans for each horse based on experience level and needs.
- Monitored the progress of each horse in training to ensure goals were met.
- Managed a team of grooms and assistant trainers to ensure tasks were completed efficiently.
- Evaluated potential new horses for purchase or lease by assessing their temperament, conformation, and soundness.
- Maintained accurate records of horse health history, vaccinations, feedings schedules, medications administered.
- Attended equine seminars to stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices.
- Performed minor medical procedures such as wound treatment or administering medications.
- Researched nutritional supplements that would benefit the overall health of the horses.
- Worked closely with veterinarians to develop treatment plans for injured or ill animals.
- Trained and rode horses across wide age range and exhibited excellent horse handling skills.
Polo Groom
Deveroux polo
Perth, WA
2006 - 2008
- Cleaned and maintained the polo field, ensuring that it was always safe for riding and playing polo.
- Performed daily inspections of all equipment used in the sport of polo, such as saddles, bridles, bits, girths, and reins.
- Assisted with the preparation of ponies for play by brushing them down after each match or practice session.
- Monitored pony's condition during games or practices; administered first aid when needed.
- Checked horses' legs before and after exercise sessions to detect any swelling or heat that could indicate an injury.
Education
High School Diploma -
Coffs Harbour Jetty High School
Coffs Harbour, NSW11-1998
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Classroom restocking
- Safety Guidelines
- Classroom support
- Small Group Instruction
- Material Preparation
- Creating Visual Displays
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Setting up activities
- Effective Communication
- CPR and First Aid
Accomplishments
- Represented Australia in both Polocrosse and Polo between 2002 until 2020
Interests
- I have a zest for life and love to see a smile on the faces of people i pass.
- I love animals and believe I have a special connection with horses and dogs.
- I love Fashion and take pride in presenting myself with a unique style.
References
- Tracey Gerrard 0418737506
- Kellie Hewittson 0401797869
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Brisbane Catholic Education
01.2023 - Current
Mining Operator
Boddington Gold Mine McIntyres
11.2001 - 2002
Farm Owner
Riverstone Ag
2009 - 01.2023
Assistant Store Manager Trainee
Sportsgirl
1997 - 2001
Veterinary Nurse
Capel Veterinary
2002 - 2004
Horse Trainer
Van Wyk Farming
2004 - 2006
Polo Groom
Deveroux polo
2006 - 2008
High School Diploma -
Coffs Harbour Jetty High School
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