- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Reading
- Spending time with my Daughter
Samantha Watson
Ipswich
Summary
Experienced professional educator skilled in developing and implementing engaging activities to enhance children's development. Committed to fostering a collaborative learning environment that promotes student growth and achievement. Proficient in classroom management, program planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Recognized for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective instruction. Firmly believe that strong nurturing relationships serve as the foundation for active learning.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher Aide
Brisbane Catholic Education
07.2021 - Current
- Encouraged student participation to boost confidence and self-expression.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities into curriculum.
- Established strong relationships with families to support student success.
- Fostered a supportive learning environment by implementing inclusive classroom practices.
- Monitored student progress to adapt instruction and address individual challenges.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Supported classroom teacher
Educational Leader at Sacred Heart OSHC
Catholic Early Ed Care
11.2020 - 01.2025
- Mentored Educators and collaborated as a team to ensure continuous improvement with our educational program
- Organized centre events such as Incursions, Excursions, Charity events.
- Developed strong rapport with parents through regular communication, promoting active involvement in their child''s education.
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Supported special education students by implementing individualized accommodations and modifications within the general education setting.
- Enhanced student learning experiences by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects.
Disability Support Worker
Thrive Queensland
02.2023 - 10.2023
- Conducted regular assessments to identify and address evolving client requirements and preferences.
- Applied conflict resolution techniques to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviors.
- Employed adaptive strategies to cater to individual client needs, promoting personalized care.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
Educator at Sacred Heart OSHC
Catholic Early Ed Care
04.2019 - 11.2020
- Engaged groups of culturally diverse children in creative, safe and focused setting
- Provided nurturing and appropriate environment for children
- Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds
- Incorporated music and art activities to encourage creativity and expression
- Encouraged positive behaviours, including patience with educators and other children
- Fostered a collaborative learning environment by implementing group activities that encouraged student participation.
Education
Certificate IV - Youth Work
TAFE Queensland
QLD06-2026
Diploma - School Aged Education And Car4e
TAFE Queensland
QLD05-2022
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Staff development
- Diversity awareness
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management and organisation skills
- Educational programming
- Goal setting
- Strategic planning
- Professional development
- Classroom management
- Positive role model and mentor
- Special education
- Daily living assistance
Certification
QCAN - Middle childhood development Training
- Completed 06/2021
Autism Queensland - Autism workshop
- Completed 05/2021
MAPA - Management of Actual or Potential Aggression
- Completed 05/2021
PANOSH - Physical Activity and Nutrition Outside School Hours in Service Training- Completed 2020
NCCD - Disability standards for education for education assistants
- Completed 01/2022
Interests
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Thrive Queensland
02.2023 - 10.2023
Teacher Aide
Brisbane Catholic Education
07.2021 - Current
Educational Leader at Sacred Heart OSHC
Catholic Early Ed Care
11.2020 - 01.2025
Educator at Sacred Heart OSHC
Catholic Early Ed Care
04.2019 - 11.2020
QCAN - Middle childhood development Training
- Completed 06/2021
Autism Queensland - Autism workshop
- Completed 05/2021
MAPA - Management of Actual or Potential Aggression
- Completed 05/2021
PANOSH - Physical Activity and Nutrition Outside School Hours in Service Training- Completed 2020
NCCD - Disability standards for education for education assistants
- Completed 01/2022
Certificate IV - Youth Work
TAFE Queensland
Diploma - School Aged Education And Car4e
TAFE Queensland
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