Reuben Feldman
Waurn Ponds
Summary
Enthusiastic about Christian education, and dedicated to seeing every student being treated with love and compassion and having every opportunity to succeed and thrive in an education environment. Experience in one-on-one care and tutoring as well as supporting whole classes in primary (F-6) and high-school (7-12) settings. Reliable and proactive in maintaining an orderly and clean classroom environment. Provides effective and non-disruptive behaviour management techniques.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Assistant
Covenant College
Geelong, VIC
02.2024 - Current
- Responded to student needs and questions promptly.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by effectively managing classroom behaviour and addressing individual needs.
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between activities by providing clear instructions and maintaining routines.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioural, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Assisted teachers in running camps and excursions by ensuring behavioural standards are met and having student safety as a top priority.
Personal Carer
Self Employed
Geelong, VIC
02.2022 - Current
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviours in clients, creating a safe environment for all involved.
- Assisted in completing homework tasks and comprehending new concepts outside of school environment
Fresh Convenience team member
Woolworths
Geelong, VIC
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Consistently challenged by high-intensity scenarios that require fast decision making and problem solving
- Commended for care for the department and dedication to having it run at its highest standard
- Handled responsibilities in leadership capacity and had the task of making sure all store processes and safety protocols are followed
- Pick up new skills swiftly and work independently soon after learning a skill
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
Crew Trainer
Red Rooster
Geelong, VIC
02.2021 - 11.2022
- Became skilled in all areas of the store to assist colleagues and superiors more effectively
- Commended for quickly picking up skills in customer service and store processes as well as food preparation and cleaning.
- Role as crew trainer involved communication and feedback to team members, responsible for health and safety of store
- Undertook training to provide beneficial feedback and help teach processes and skills to new team members.
Education
Certificate IV School Based Education Support -
Institute of Teacher Aide Courses
Perth, WA11.2024
Bachelor of Biomedical Science -
Deakin University
Geelong, VICVCE -
Covenant College
Geelong, VIC11.2022
First Aid Trained -
Australian Pacific Training Solutions
01.2024
Skills
- Student safety
- Student Engagement
- Special Education
- Effective Communication
- Relationship Building
- Behaviour Management
- Calm and Patient Demeanour
- Supervising Student Activities
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Physical Education
- Instructional support
- Mathematics Instruction
References
- Troy Farrimond, Department Manager at Woolworths Newtown, Troyfarrimond@gmail.com, 0410 464 934
- Rev. Andrew Stewart, Minister of the Reformed Presbyterian Church Geelong, andrewstewart7@bigpond.com, 0409 069 096
- Jackson Smith, Sport Coordinator at Covenant College Geelong, jsmith@covenant.vic.edu.au, 0425 729 340
Timeline
Teacher Assistant
Covenant College
02.2024 - Current
Fresh Convenience team member
Woolworths
11.2022 - 01.2024
Personal Carer
Self Employed
02.2022 - Current
Crew Trainer
Red Rooster
02.2021 - 11.2022
Certificate IV School Based Education Support -
Institute of Teacher Aide Courses
Bachelor of Biomedical Science -
Deakin University
VCE -
Covenant College
First Aid Trained -
Australian Pacific Training Solutions