Paula Brandon
CALOUNDRA WEST,QLD
Summary
Passionate Teacher Aide, highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher Aide
Meridan State College
04.2022 - 01.2024
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behaviour modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Educator (OSHC)
PCYC Nirimba
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Coordinated with other staff members effectively in order to provide cohesive childcare program promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Ensured health and safety of children by consistently monitoring their activities both indoors and outdoors.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Managed behaviour issues effectively using appropriate techniques such as redirection or time-out methods when necessary.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
- Working with primary school aged children.
Education
Certificate IV School Based Education And Support
TAFE Queensland
Sunshine Coast, QLD10.2023
Advanced Certificate in MYOB
The Career Academy
Melbourne, VIC03.2021
Certificate IV Marketing
Australian College
Cronulla, NSW03.2017
Certificate IV in Business Sales
Australian College
Cronulla, NSW03.2017
Certificate IV Bookkeeping
Australian College
Cronulla, NSW08.2015
Diploma Management
Australian College
Cronulla, NSW08.2015
Certificate of Childhood And Adolescent Nutrition
Beck Health & Nutrition
Sydney, NSW07.2011
Certificate of Nutrition And Diet
Beck Health & Nutrition
Sydney, NSW04.2011
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Innovative lesson planning
- Social-Emotional Learning training
- Group Learning Mechanics
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Behaviour Management
- Project-based learning
- Classroom Safety Practices
- Learning Strategies
- Special Needs Students
- Audio-Visual Aids
- Behaviour Modification Techniques
Certification
- First Aide Certificate 02/08/2026
- CPR Training 02/08/24
- Blue Card 3/12/2026
Additional Information
- International Host Parent since 2017
Timeline
Teacher Aide
Meridan State College
04.2022 - 01.2024
Educator (OSHC)
PCYC Nirimba
02.2022 - 02.2023
Certificate IV School Based Education And Support
TAFE Queensland
Advanced Certificate in MYOB
The Career Academy
Certificate IV Marketing
Australian College
Certificate IV in Business Sales
Australian College
Certificate IV Bookkeeping
Australian College
Diploma Management
Australian College
Certificate of Childhood And Adolescent Nutrition
Beck Health & Nutrition
Certificate of Nutrition And Diet
Beck Health & Nutrition
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