Olivia Davidson
Armidale,NSW
Summary
Diligent teachers aide with a strong foundation in classroom support and student engagement. Assisted lead teachers in managing daily activities and facilitating productive learning environments, demonstrating effective communication and organizational skills that contribute to a collaborative and efficient educational setting. Known for organization and hard work, able to work independently to accomplish tasks and thrive in group settings, displaying teamwork. Passionate about helping others achieve greatness, highly self-motivated. Approaches every task with utmost dedication, ensuring the best possible outcome.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
High School
01.2017 - 12.2022
- Assisted with special events and programs including: parent information evenings, formal assemblies and graduations. This included preparing and serving food in the school canteen as well as serving a range of appetizers and refreshments
- Working as an assistant in the school canteen one day a week at recess and lunch every week. This consisted of preparing food, serving customers and handling money.
- Assistance in timekeeping at both the Armidale City Public School and PSSA swimming carnivals
- Sporting certificate in recognition for helping at the CHS North West Swimming carnival as a timekeeper
- Helping run the Drummond Memorial Public School athletics carnival. This included assisting in organizing students and timekeeping races.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning. Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
Swim Instructor
High Country Swimming
02.2020 - Current
- Have been teaching children to swim for 4 years and attained my qualification.
- I have worked with a large range of children, ageing from 6 months up to teenagers. As well as occasionally teaching adults
- I have had some prior knowledge working with children with special needs, and recognise that each student is unique and some require extra assistance with their learning and development
- I have gained many skills that are required when handling children, for example organisation, planning, consistency and clear explanations to ensure a safe and positive environment for learning
- Managed class schedules efficiently, ensuring punctual start times and smooth transitions between sessions.
- Provided one-on-one instruction for students requiring additional support, improving their overall skill level substantially.
- Continuously improved teaching methods by seeking feedback from students, parents, and colleagues, resulting in higher satisfaction rates among participants.
- Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.
- Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
Teachers Aide
Armidale City Public School
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted teachers with supervision and care of group of children in the classroom and playgrounds.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in all environments.
Early Childhood Educator
Footprints Early Learning Centre
06.2024 - 10.2024
- Supported children with specialised needs, creating customised learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Boosted children's social skills development through group projects and collaborative games both indoor and outdoors.
- Sanitized and washed toys, play equipment and classrooms including tables and floors each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning fostering creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Education
Bachelor of Early Childhood/Primary Education - Teaching
Southern Cross University
NSW12-2027
HSC - High School
Armidale Secondary College
Armidale, NSW12.2022
Skills
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Planning
- Organising
- Time Management
- Self-motivation
- Hardworking
- Adaptability
- Patience
- Empathy
Availability
Monday - Friday 2-3 days a week to work around University study commitments
References
James Harwood, Swim Teacher and Instructor, High Country Swimming Armidale, 0410 520 592
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
Footprints Early Learning Centre
06.2024 - 10.2024
Teachers Aide
Armidale City Public School
03.2023 - 12.2023
Swim Instructor
High Country Swimming
02.2020 - Current
Volunteer
High School
01.2017 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Early Childhood/Primary Education - Teaching
Southern Cross University
HSC - High School
Armidale Secondary College
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