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Nasira Fazili

St Clair,NSW

Summary

I am a dedicated psychology student and Student Learning Support Officer dedicated to wellbeing and inclusion. My personal journey began with the aspiration to become a bilingual psychologist, offering culturally responsive support to the Afghan-Australian community in their language of choice.

With the professional practice of working with CALD, refugee, and diverse-needs students, my knowledge has been expanded to encompass an overall dedication to all individuals from diverse backgrounds.

This experience has strengthened my resilience, self-awareness, and commitment to be of positive impact in the field of psychology , where I aim to balance and join academic knowledge with empathy, cultural competence, and professional practice.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Learning Support Officer

Bidwill Public School
08.2024 - Current
  • Providing in-class support to students with diverse learning and behavioural needs, fostering inclusion and engagement.
  • Assisting with implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs), adapting strategies to meet academic and social-emotional goals.
  • Supporting behaviour management by reinforcing positive behaviours and applying evidence-based strategies.
  • Observing and documenting student progress to inform teacher planning and interventions.
  • Collaborating with teachers and staff to create safe, supportive, and culturally responsive learning environments.

Additional experience:
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Supported the English as an Additional Language/Dialect (EAL/D) program for newly arrived refugee and CALD students, providing bilingual assistance, cultural mediation, and translation.
- Worked casually in the Support Unit with children with disabilities (e.g., Autism Spectrum Disorder), assisting with learning support and social-emotional development.

Student Learning Support Officer

Merrylands High School
02.2024 - 07.2024
  • Worked in both EALD and mainstream classes.
  • Recorded and submitted daily support logs for all students who were supported.
  • Fulfilled duty as a teacher’s aide to support students who required extra help in class.
  • Supported students in years 7 to 10.
  • Attended staff meeting.

Student Learning Support Officer

Marsden Intensive Language Centre (IEC)
04.2023 - 12.2023
  • Worked with older students with language barrier difficulties.
  • Attended staff meetings.
  • Met and communicated with families/guardians to discuss a successful plan for each student.
  • Provided support for an emotionally unstable student.
  • Practiced breathing exercises with the student.
  • Worked in the school office, managing student enrolment, attendance, and leave.

Education

BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGY (HONOURS) -

Western Sydney University
Sydney, NSW
12-2025

St Clair High School
11-2019

Skills

  • Multilingual: English, Dari, Hazaragi, Urdu
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Adaptable: experienced with diverse student needs (EAL/D, disability, CALD, refugee)
  • Strong problem-solving and critical thinking
  • Micro-skills for Counselling Techniques
  • Familiar with psychological assessments and interventions
  • Empathy and active listening
  • Reflective and ethical practice
  • Collaborative and culturally competent teamwork
  • Proficient in SPSS and data analysis

Accomplishments

  • Volunteer Tutor – Afghan Community Support Association of NSW
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    Tutored children individually and in small groups, supporting bilingual learning (Dari - English) and assisting with school homework.
    - Facilitated learning confidence and academic engagement through tailored support.
  • Community Support Volunteer – Afghan Refugee Women’s Program
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    Assisted newly arrived Afghan women with daily settlement activities (e.g., booking medical appointments, navigating services).
    - Supported wellbeing initiatives, including staff–parent meetings, discussion groups, and social gatherings.
    - Contributed to programs promoting social connection, emotional wellbeing, and community resilience.

Timeline

Student Learning Support Officer

Bidwill Public School
08.2024 - Current

Student Learning Support Officer

Merrylands High School
02.2024 - 07.2024

Student Learning Support Officer

Marsden Intensive Language Centre (IEC)
04.2023 - 12.2023

BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGY (HONOURS) -

Western Sydney University

St Clair High School
Nasira Fazili