Sarah Ings
Dalyellup,WA
Summary
Organised Teaching Assistant focused on helping lead teacher with support and student instruction. Passionate about positively impacting students' lives and helping improve academic performance. Personable and kind with people of diverse backgrounds. Resourceful educator adept at fostering learning environments where students of various backgrounds thrive. Known for high productivity and efficiently completing tasks, ensuring smooth classroom operations and effective support for lead teachers. Specialise in curriculum development, classroom management, and special education strategies. Excel in communication, adaptability, and patience, leveraging these soft skills to meet diverse student needs and enhance educational outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Assistant
Dalyellup Primary School
Dalyellup, WA
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Supported teachers in daily classroom activities and lesson preparations.
- Assisted students with learning tasks and provided individual support.
- Organised educational materials and maintained classroom orderliness.
- Supervised students during recess and ensured safety protocols were followed.
- Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
- Created a positive learning environment by encouraging cooperation among students.
- Cleaned and organised classrooms, materials, and supplies.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse needs of learners in the classroom.
- Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils to students.
- Provided individualised instruction for special needs students according to their IEPs.
- Utilised technology tools such as computers or interactive whiteboards for teaching purposes.
Dental Assistant
Bryan and Anna Fleming
Dalyellup, WA
01.2005 - 08.2024
- Assisted dentists during procedures by providing necessary tools and materials.
- Prepared examination rooms by sterilizing instruments and ensuring cleanliness.
- Managed patient records using dental software for accurate documentation.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient flow within the office environment.
- Supported inventory management by monitoring supplies and placing orders as needed.
- Took dental radiographs while adhering to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Communicated effectively with patients to address questions and concerns promptly.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
Education
Certificate III in School Based Education Support - Education Support
South West Institute of TAFE
Bunbury, WA07-2025
Undergraduate Certificate of Higher Education -
Edith Cowan University, Bunbury, WA
Bunbury, WA12-2021
High School Diploma -
Narrogin Senior High School
Narrogin, WA11-2003
Bachelor of Science -
Curtin University
Perth, WASkills
- Classroom management
- Record keeping
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Strong writing and verbal skills
- Behavioral support
- Strong organization
- Teamwork
- Professionalism
- Conflict management
- Attention to detail
- Education support
- Interpersonal communication
- Time management
- Active listening
- Lesson plan implementation
- Safe learning environment
- Student rapport building
- Behavior modeling
- Small group instruction
- Classroom restocking
Timeline
Educational Assistant
Dalyellup Primary School
06.2025 - 07.2025
Dental Assistant
Bryan and Anna Fleming
01.2005 - 08.2024
Certificate III in School Based Education Support - Education Support
South West Institute of TAFE
Undergraduate Certificate of Higher Education -
Edith Cowan University, Bunbury, WA
High School Diploma -
Narrogin Senior High School
Bachelor of Science -
Curtin University
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