Merna Mohanad Butrus
Craigieburn
Summary
I’m a caring and dedicated pre-service teacher currently studying a Bachelor of Education at RMIT. I’m passionate about helping children learn and feel supported at school. I’m looking for an opportunity to work as a Teacher’s Aide at your school, where I can assist students in their learning, contribute to a positive classroom environment, and continue building my skills to become a great educator. I believe every child deserves to feel safe, valued and capable.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-Service Teacher
Craigieburn South Primary School
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Assessed student progress to determine level of understanding and adjust lessons to enhance learning.
- Offered guidance and support to help students navigate challenges and succeed academically.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualised plans to optimise student education.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Pre-Service Teacher
Willmott Park Primary School
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Prepared age-appropriate weekly lesson plans aligned with the Curriculum.
- Made two sequenced lesson plans and teach them.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
Volunteer
Banksia Gardens Holiday Program
01.2022 - 01.2022
- Assisted with school holiday activities and city excursions for disadvantaged children
- Helped with setting up games, supervising groups, and distributing food
- Built strong relationships with children and supported their engagement
Volunteer – Family Daycare Assistant
Family Daycare
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Helped care for young children during daily routines and playtime
- Supported with setting up learning activities and tidying up shared spaces
- Assisted with translating and communicating between families when needed
- Applied positive behaviour management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviours and areas in need of improvement, implementing behaviour redirection where appropriate.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Primary
RMIT University
Bundoora, VIC10-2026
Professional Development Day - Trauma-Informed Practice
Berry Street Professional Learning
Bundoora, VIC04.2025
High School Diploma -
Mount Ridley Collage
Craigieburn, VIC01.2021
Skills
- Friendly and approachable
- Genuine love for working with children
- Confident in following instructions
- Learning on the job
- Great communicator
- Good listener
- Ability to connect with students and staff
- Quick to adapt
- Well-organised
- Ability to manage multiple tasks
- Enjoy working as part of a team
- Responsible when working alone
- Willing to learn new things
- Ability to take on new challenges
- Positive reinforcement
- Student motivation
Accomplishments
- Became fluent in English within one year of starting language school (2018)
- Maintained strong cultural and language ties through Arabic studies
- Collaborated with a peer to design a website called Pioneer Street
Languages
English
Arabic
Timeline
Pre-Service Teacher
Craigieburn South Primary School
05.2025 - 06.2025
Pre-Service Teacher
Willmott Park Primary School
08.2024 - 09.2024
Volunteer
Banksia Gardens Holiday Program
01.2022 - 01.2022
Volunteer – Family Daycare Assistant
Family Daycare
01.2020 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Education - Primary
RMIT University
Professional Development Day - Trauma-Informed Practice
Berry Street Professional Learning
High School Diploma -
Mount Ridley Collage
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