MINOLI SHASHIPRABA NUGERA
Berwick,VIC
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Education Support Officer with experience working in special needs school settings, supporting students with diverse learning, developmental, and high behavioral needs. Skilled in implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Behavior Support Plans (BSPs), using trauma-informed and positive behavior support strategies to create safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environments. Recognized for patience, empathy, and the ability to build trusting relationships with students, teachers, and families, while fostering student independence, well-being, and success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Education Support Officer
marnebek school
cranboune east, VIC
07.2023 - Current
- Provided one-on-one and small group support to students with diverse learning, developmental, and behavioural needs, ensuring engagement and inclusion in classroom and school activities.
- De escalated challenging behaviours using trauma informed and restorative approaches, while maintaining a calm, supportive environment.
Education Support Officer
Heritage Christian collage
officer/Narre warren
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted teachers with lesson planning and classroom activities.
- Implemented educational resources to enhance learning experiences.
Individual Support
Life view willow wood Age Care
Cranbourne
01.2021 - 01.2022
Account Assistant
Australian Postal Corporation
Cranbourne
01.2016 - 01.2020
Food and Beverage Attendant
Seasoning Café
Dandenong, VIC
01.2015 - 01.2017
Sales Coordinator
C & L Transports & Logistics
Lynbrook, VIC
01.2011 - 01.2015
Education
Bachelor of Education -
Swinburne University of Technology (Current)
Melbourne, VICCertificate IV in School Based Education Support -
Foundation Education
Melbourne, VIC01-2023
Certificate IV in Legal Services
Chisholm Institute
Frankston, VIC2017
Certificate III in Financial Servicers (Account)
Chisholm Institute
Dandenong, VIC2011
Skills
Student support and inclusion
- Supporting students with diverse learning needs (ASD, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, trauma backgrounds)
- Implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Behavior Support Plans (BSPs)
- Differentiating and adapting learning materials
- Providing one-on-one and small group learning assistance
- Positive Behavior Support (PBS) strategies
- De-escalation and conflict resolution
- Trauma-informed practice
- Restorative approaches to behavior
- Emotional regulation support
Languages
- English
- Singhala
Certification
- National First Aid Certificate (HLTAIDO12)
- CPR (HLTAID009)
- Working with Children Check
- Certificate of Food safety Supervisor Hales Institute – Melbourne
- Certificate of Follow workplace Hygiene Procedure Hales Institute – Melbourne
REFERENCE
- Vanessa Fejzuli
Teacher
Marnebek School
Cranbourne East
0431171545
vanessa.fejzuli@education.vic.gov.au
- Navneet Ghuman
Teacher
Marnebek School
Cranbourne East
0478528205
navneet.ghuman@education.vic.gov.au
Timeline
Education Support Officer
marnebek school
07.2023 - Current
Education Support Officer
Heritage Christian collage
03.2023 - 12.2023
Individual Support
Life view willow wood Age Care
01.2021 - 01.2022
Account Assistant
Australian Postal Corporation
01.2016 - 01.2020
Food and Beverage Attendant
Seasoning Café
01.2015 - 01.2017
Sales Coordinator
C & L Transports & Logistics
01.2011 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Education -
Swinburne University of Technology (Current)
Certificate IV in School Based Education Support -
Foundation Education
Certificate IV in Legal Services
Chisholm Institute
Certificate III in Financial Servicers (Account)
Chisholm Institute
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