Hi, I’m
Sarah Sigley
Educator and Disability Support Worker
Moy Pocket ,QLD
Summary
Compassionate Disability Support Worker known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in developing personalised support plans, implementing effective communication strategies, and managing time effectively to meet individual needs. Excel in empathy, active listening, and problem-solving to enhance the quality of life for those supported.
Current First Aid Cert/CPR/NDIS Worker Screening card and Blue Card
Overview
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Bushkids Royal Queensland Bush Children's Health Scheme LimitedKenilworth, QLD
Kindergarten Teacher's Assistant
01.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Assisted lead teacher in preparing lesson plans and materials for the classroom.
- Provided 1, 1 instruction to students requiring additional support or assistance with assignments.
- Encouraged students to interact positively with each other during group activities.
- Assisted in managing transitions between different activities throughout the day.
- Modeled appropriate behavior for students while facilitating small groups of children.
- Read stories to children and discussed topics related to their interests.
- Intervened when necessary to help resolve conflicts between students.
- Engaged with parents at parent-teacher conferences about their child's progress.
- Lead enrichment classes such as physical education or arts and crafts projects that supplement core curriculum objectives.
- Taught daily life skills and behaviors to students to build practical knowledge.
- Backed up lessons with personal support, small group instruction and hands-on activities.
Self Employed SupportMeSunshine Coast, QLD
Disability Support Worker
01.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Provided emotional support to individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
- Organized recreational and educational activities for clients according to individual needs.
- Developed strategies to help individuals cope with their disability.
- Transported clients to and from medical and mental health appointments with assigned vehicle.
Self Employed, SupportMeFar North Coast NSW, NSW
NDIS Support Worker
03.2017 - Current
Job overview
- Supported clients' social, physical and emotional needs to help integrate into local community.
- Tracked client behaviors, daily activities, new skills and notable incidents for documentation purposes.
- Drove and accompanied clients to appointments, shopping and special events for safety and companionship.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Kept detailed records of patient care, Seizure progress, medication administration and changes in health or other conditions.
- Assisted patients with bladder and bowel needs. Assisted with tube feeding and cleaning.
Self EmployedThe Pocket, NSW
MovArt
01.2020 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Planned, prepared and delivered instructional activities related to various art mediums.
- Encouraged student creativity with motivation, positive feedback and constructive criticism.
- Developed and implemented skill-building activities to build students' abilities.
- Led groups of youth in discovery exercises and offered personalized support to individuals in need of extra assistance.
Department of Education NSWMullumbimby, NSW
Student Learning Support Officer
02.2012 - 12.2021
Job overview
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Kept students safe inside and outside classrooms by proactively monitoring behaviors and tracking student movements, safety hazards and visitors.
- Provided one-on-one assistance and tutoring to students requiring additional help.
- Promoted student learning by providing individualized and small group support to reinforce classroom topics.
- Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
- Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and curriculum implementation.
- Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
- Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms and coordinated documents for teachers.
- Monitored students in class, hallways and cafeteria to supervise, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Prepared lesson materials and visual aids to reinforce lesson concepts.
- Helped teachers with material generation, lesson plan development, class preparation, scheduling, exam distribution and student mentoring.
- Collaborated with other staff members and Allied Health Professionals, to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning and student engagement.
- Distributed classroom materials, pencils, paper and art materials.
- Observed children and recorded activities, maintained daily records and created safe environments during activities, meals and naps.
- Supervised students and maintained security throughout school buildings and on field trips.
- Wiped down desks and gave students hand sanitizer to avoid germ spread.
- Prepared bulletin boards, classroom materials and individual student portfolios to support teacher plans.
- Modeled and taught basic and advanced social skills, conflict management techniques and study approaches to students.
- Drove social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development through age-appropriate enrichment activities.
- Collaborated with teacher to devise and implement developmentally appropriate lessons aligning with school's philosophy and mission.
- Prepared, duplicated and collated teaching materials to help students better understand learning concepts.
- Educated students, maximized learning capabilities and sharpened classroom interest through effective instructional techniques.
- Assisted in development screenings to measure students' motor, language, and emotional skills.
- Tutored and supported students individually and in groups by reteaching and reviewing lesson concepts.
- Participated in meetings with parents concerning child's progress and areas of concern during parent-teacher conferences.
- Introduced new learning techniques to improve student comprehension.
Feros CareBangalow, NSW
Aged Care Worker
01.2010 - 09.2011
Job overview
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Assisted with mobility needs and maintaining personal hygiene.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Education
Byron Region Community CollegeMullumbimby, NSW
from Aged Care Certificate 3
12.2011
TafeCanberra, ACT
High School Diploma
12.1994
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Leadership and Teamwork skills
- First Aid/CPR/WWCC/NDIS Worker Screening
- 30 years experience working with children/teenagers/Adults within Education Sector and in the wider Community Highly experienced in the area of Disability and Age Care
Referee's
Yana Tansey
0409 948 589
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher's Assistant
Bushkids Royal Queensland Bush Children's Health Scheme Limited
01.2023 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Self Employed SupportMe
01.2022 - Current
MovArt
Self Employed
01.2020 - 01.2022
NDIS Support Worker
Self Employed, SupportMe
03.2017 - Current
Student Learning Support Officer
Department of Education NSW
02.2012 - 12.2021
Aged Care Worker
Feros Care
01.2010 - 09.2011
Byron Region Community College
from Aged Care Certificate 3
Tafe
High School Diploma