Mhairi Reid
Edinburgh,VIC
Summary
Passionate, energetic managerial and teaching professional with 7+ years of experience in diverse industry settings. Attracted to seeking opportunities that foster meaningful connections, and rewarding relationships. Highly driven by collaborative environments that require me to take on new challenges and exercise creativity, responsibility, adaptability, and compassion.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Learning Support Teacher
Lisieux Catholic Primary School, Torquay
Torquay, Australia
01.2024 - 07.2025
- Assisted first- and third-year students with a range of needs, including those who are neurodiverse and at-risk.
- Prepared materials and learning spaces for students in accordance with the general curriculum and Personal Learning Plan (PLP) goals.
- Lead daily math ('Bond Blocks') and literacy ('MacqLit') intervention groups, and used various data systems to record student progress, such as Excel spreadsheets.
- Participated in professional development conferences, activities, and workshops related to current research in teaching strategy and educational psychology, such as positive behavioral learning (PBL).
Yoga Teacher
Upstate Studios
Torquay, Australia
07.2024 - 07.2025
- Designed strong, creative, and dynamic vinyasa-style sequences to groups of up to 49 students of all skill levels in a studio setting.
- Facilitated restorative, diverse yin-style classes following a self led sound bath and meditational experience.
- Provided feedback and educated students on anatomy principles and yoga philosophy to strengthen their practice and maximise the benefits of quality alignment and breath work.
Administration
Bellarine Veterinary Practice
Bellarine Peninsula, Australia
01.2022 - 10.2024
- Effectively managed daily scheduling appointments, patient flow, patient records, insurance claims and accounts in a timely and professional manner.
- Triaged emergency cases, phone calls and messages to appropriate staff, teams and partner clinics.
- Provided excellent customer service at all times while interacting with both internal and external customers.
Duty Manager / Swim Teacher
Leisurelink Aquatic and Recreation Leisure Centre
Geelong, Australia
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Managed aquatic, reception, and admin teams to oversee conflicts and daily technicalities of rostering, banking, bookings, and memberships.
- Structured fun, and engaging lesson plans for individual student needs (ages 6 mths to 16 yrs), whilst collaborating with parents to manage progress standards and expectations.
- Adapted teaching methods and strategies for challenging behaviors exhibited by students during lessons, and provided feedback to build confidence.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and customer service standards.
- Ensured consistent compliance with health and safety regulations, and professionalism within the leisure industry.
Education
Yoga Alliance Teacher Training Certificate - 200HR RYT in Hatha, Vinyasa, Nidra Yoga
House of Om Ubud
Ubud, Bali, Indonesia07-2024
Post Graduate Certificate - Human Resource Management
Monash University
Melbourne05-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology and Spanish
Deakin University
Geelong02-2022
Victorian Certificate Education Year 12 -
Belmont Hgh School
Geelong12-2016
Skills
- Leadership
- Growth mindset
- Relationship building
- Diplomatic approach to conflict resolution
- Emotional intelligence
- Cultural awareness
- Exceptional organisational skills
- Excellent written and oral communication
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Scottish / Australian Dual Citizenship.
- Certification of international volunteering in recognition of my contribution to sustainable development, cultural exchange, and personal growth in childcare Montessori, Pokhara, Nepal (Nov, 2019).
- Current First Aid and CPR certified.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Yoga Teacher
Upstate Studios
07.2024 - 07.2025
Learning Support Teacher
Lisieux Catholic Primary School, Torquay
01.2024 - 07.2025
Administration
Bellarine Veterinary Practice
01.2022 - 10.2024
Duty Manager / Swim Teacher
Leisurelink Aquatic and Recreation Leisure Centre
01.2017 - 01.2021
Yoga Alliance Teacher Training Certificate - 200HR RYT in Hatha, Vinyasa, Nidra Yoga
House of Om Ubud
Post Graduate Certificate - Human Resource Management
Monash University
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology and Spanish
Deakin University
Victorian Certificate Education Year 12 -
Belmont Hgh School
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