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Patrina Bateman

26 Marloo Street , Newman ,WA

Summary

Competent Special Needs and past Aboriginal Educator offering a wealth of experience. A proud Yamitiji Wajarri woman from the Mid-West region of WA, who has resided in Newman almost 16 years with her family.

Passionate about the educational needs for Aboriginal students,forming strong relationships between families and the school , in overcoming cultural diversity.

Compassionate educator who can assist Aboriginal students feel welcome, respected, understood and cared for by encouraging Aboriginal students to use their skills to achieve academic success.

Supportive in delivering a clear expectation of the standards within the Aboriginal cultural and assist in brigading the gap for educational purposes.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Education Assistant, Special Needs

Department Of Education
10.2020 - Current
  • Enhanced student learning by implementing personalized instructional strategies for special needs individuals.
  • Supported students'' emotional and behavioural growth by establishing a nurturing classroom environment.
  • Improved communication skills by incorporating visual aids, and alternative methods in daily instruction.
  • Fostered positive relationships between special needs students and their general education peers through inclusive activities.
  • Facilitated small group instruction to enhance individualized learning opportunities for all students.
  • Maintained detailed records of student performance, behaviour incidents, attendance, and IEP goals for accurate reporting purposes.
  • Participated in professional development workshops.
  • Served as a liaison between parents, teachers, administrators, and other support staff to ensure seamless service delivery for all students.
  • Advocated on behalf of special needs students to ensure appropriate accommodations were provided during standardized testing sessions such as NAPLAN.
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
  • Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
  • Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.

Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer

Department Of Education
08.2010 - 09.2020
  • Enhanced the quality of Aboriginal students education by collaborating with fellow educators to develop and implement innovative educational programs.
  • Boosted student engagement by assisting in delivering modified lessons along with the support of fellow educators to all Aboriginal students needs.
  • Maintained the growth of my professional learning in order to adhere to the Cultural Standards of both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and their languages.
  • Promoted positive learning environment by implementing classroom management techniques that fostered respect, inclusivity, collaboration and the Newman Way.
  • Assisted to improve the educational outcomes of Aboriginal and Islander students by ensuring they receive the educational and cultural support .
  • Provided support and effective assistance to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, their parents ,teachers, the school via home visits, attending meetings with families to show support to form strong relationships
  • Developed partnerships with parents, businesses and organizations to build awareness, increase support and share resources based on Aboriginal educational needs.
  • Assisted in the planning and developing of the Cultural Framework with fellow educators and assisted in closing the gap of poor literacy within Aboriginal Students.
  • Assisted with data-driven decision-making processes to identify areas requiring improvement or modification within the curriculum framework and the schools Business Plan.
  • Assisted with planning the schools Business Plan around Aboriginal Cultural Needs.
  • Planned and Coordinated Cultural events to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures such as : NAIDOC Week , Sorry Day , National Indigenous Literacy Day and Reconciliation Week.
  • Promoted the history of Aboriginal cultural by allowing students to deepen their knowledge and develop the understanding of cultural difference and respect for diversity.

Education

Primary School - Kindergarten- Year 7

Three Springs Primary School, Three Springs WA 651

High School - High School Certificate - Year 8-10

Carnamah District High School
Carnamah, WA

Senior High School -

Central Midlands Senior High School - Year 11-12
Moora, WA

Skills

  • Progress Monitoring of lesson and Behaviour Plans
  • Autism spectrum understanding
  • Cultural Knowledge of Aboriginal connections and languages
  • Literacy Programs delivery
  • Excellent Verbal and written communication skills
  • Behaviour management techniques
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Classroom Management
  • Reliability and good organisational skills

Certification

Working With Children's Card

National Police Clearance

Certificate 3 in Education Assistance

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Awareness Course

Hazardous Substances Course

Asbestos Awareness

Student behaviour in public schools policy and Procedures course

Record Keeping Awareness training Course

Child Protection and Abuse Prevention Course

Creating supportive and inclusive environments for gender diverse students

Anaphylaxis Training

Students Online Policy Course

De-escalation and Positive Handling Training- Level 2

Aboriginal Education Online Workshop

Excursions Policy

Diverse WA- Cultural Competency Training - OPL Course

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder- OPL Course

Work Health and Safety for employees

Accountable and Ethical Decision Making

ASDAN Training

Drawing on our Aboriginal Cultural & Language to enable Two- Way Teaching

Education Assistants Union Induction - PILBARA Newman

Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention Program

Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation OPL course




Timeline

Education Assistant, Special Needs

Department Of Education
10.2020 - Current

Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer

Department Of Education
08.2010 - 09.2020

Primary School - Kindergarten- Year 7

Three Springs Primary School, Three Springs WA 651

High School - High School Certificate - Year 8-10

Carnamah District High School

Senior High School -

Central Midlands Senior High School - Year 11-12
Patrina Bateman