Matthew Tassell
Morphett Vale,Australia
Summary
Dynamic Student Engagement Officer at Woodville High School with proven expertise in case management and developing tailored support strategies. Skilled in fostering trusting relationships and advocating for students, I effectively enhance learning outcomes through innovative problem-solving and strong communication. Committed to creating inclusive environments that empower students to thrive.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Engagement Officer
Woodville High School
02.2025 - Current
- Collect and upload accurate student evidence to support NCCD entries, ensuring alignment with compliance requirements.
- Maintain the integrity and accuracy of data within EMS and IESP documentation through regular updates and quality checks.
- Extract and analyse data from the Power BI IESP report to ensure accurate disability entries and support informed decision-making.Disability entries from the Power BI IESP report
- Coordinate and facilitate targeted interventions to improve student engagement and learning outcomes
- Organise and lead collaborative meetings with house leaders, staff and relevant stakeholders to design and implement student support one plans
- Build and maintain positive, trusting relationships with students to foster a safe and inclusive learning environment
- Work closely with Student Engagement team to develop and deliver cohesive, student-centred support strategies
- Advocate for students by identifying barriers to learning and implementing practical, strength-based solutions
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and adjust strategies to maximise student success and curriculum engagement
- Conduct comprehensive file checks to extract relevant student information and incorporate this into tailored OnePlans, facilitating better understanding and support for students by teachers
- Design and create OnePlans that provide teachers and staff with critical information and recommended universal adjustments to optimise student learning experiences
OSHC Educator
Sheidow Park OSHC
Sheidow Park
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Build positive relationships with children to create a nurturing and supportive environment
- Ensure safety and well-being of children in my care
- Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities
- Implement and enforce safety policies and procedures
- Develop and implement age-appropriate and engaging activities
- Maintain open and effective communication with parents, guardians and colleagues
- Work collaboratively with other educators and staff members
- Participate in staff meetings and contribute ideas for program improvement
- Observe and assess children’s behaviour, development, and social interactions
- Implement positive behaviour management techniques
- Maintain accurate attendance records
- Document incidents, accidents and any notable occurrences
Support Worker/Mentor
EJS Together
05.2023 - 03.2024
- One on one individual care for a person living with disability
- Helping client’s complete daily tasks that they need assistance in completing
- Work together with clients to identify support connections to services for them
- Create opportunities to experience joy by identifying strengths and development of skills and abilities
- Work with clients to build personal belief and strength in themselves
- Support clients to explore their community and help set and achieve goals
- Build trust and positive relationship with clients
- Assist in transport for clients
- Complete reports after each shift reporting what occurred and how to client’s behaviour was
Education
Diploma of Counselling -
TAFE SA
Noarlunga Centre, SA12.2024
Year 12 -
Reynella East College
Adelaide, SA01-2018
Skills
- Verbal Communication
- Written Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Time Management
- Leadership Skills
- Motivating Team Members
- Conducting Skills Assessment
- Developing Strategies
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Interpersonal Skills
- Establishing Working Relationships
- Outcome-Focused
- Computer Literacy
- Case management
- Listening Skills
- Efficient Problem Solving
Certification
- Mental Health First Aid (2023)
- First Aid & CPR (2025)
- Respond to Risk, Harm, Abuse and Neglect - RRHAN (2025)
References
- Sue O’Brien, Support Worker/CEO, EJS Together, 0408 891 817, sue.ejstogether@gmail.com
- Sue Chisholm, IESP and NCCD Manager, Woodville High School, 0450 131 964, sue.schisolm818@schools.sa.edu.au
- John Lonergan, CEO, Inclusive Sports Coaching, 0413 319 044, john@inclusiveitconsulting.com.au
Timeline
Student Engagement Officer
Woodville High School
02.2025 - Current
OSHC Educator
Sheidow Park OSHC
10.2023 - 03.2024
Support Worker/Mentor
EJS Together
05.2023 - 03.2024
Diploma of Counselling -
TAFE SA
Year 12 -
Reynella East College
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