Stephanie Blake
Dandenong North,Vic
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Teacher Assistant skilled in developing and implementing lesson plans to meet class learning and behavioral goals. Compassionate and responsible classroom support professional with creative and flexible approach to dealing with educational and behavioral issues.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Support
River Gum Primary School
02.2024 - Current
- Provides routine support for teachers including assisting with planning of student routines
- Communicates with teachers on routine matters related to students and/or other responsibilities
- Provides basic physical care and wellbeing support for students such as providing meals.
- Communicating with student/s to support comprehension of basic tasks and information
- Addresses immediate behavioural presentations relating to specific students within a classroom setting aligned to school policy and procedure
- Provides basic support and supervision for individuals or groups of up to 4 students within a classroom setting
- Supports teachers in the coordination of educational programs independently or under minimal supervision, including rostering and organising the work of a team of aides, providing routine co-ordination, guidance, and support to other student support staff, liaising with external providers of support services about clearly defined support needs and resources, assisting teachers with the communication of student outcomes and educational programs
- Provides medical intervention support to a student/s, under specific conditions, with appropriate training and guidance
Carer
NDIS
04.2020 - Current
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families, fostering strong relationships built on trust and empathy.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Chiropractic Assistant
Chiropractic Care Australasia
07.2020 - 12.2023
- Improved office organization by maintaining clean and well-stocked treatment rooms for daily use.
- Developed strong rapport with patients leading to high levels of trust and satisfaction, fostering long-term relationships.
- Supported practice growth by maintaining a well-organized office environment and ensuring efficient day-to-day operations.
- Answered phones to respond to customer questions, provide information and schedule appointments.
- Supported office efficiency by performing clerical tasks such as data entry, photocopying, scanning, and faxing documents.
- Provided administrative support to staff members by handling correspondence, filing documents, and managing office supplies inventory.
OHSC
Camp Australia
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Preparing the fruit and vegetables, breakfast, and afternoon snack for the children.
- Remaining an appropriate and responsible role model for the children at all times.
- Using intuition regarding the use of language towards the children and actions responding to certain behaviours.
- Adapting style of communication appropriately depending on the child's age group, specific needs, or personality traits.
- Encouraging children to learn new social skills, mannerisms, knowledge, and enjoy the activities at hand
- Being responsible for the children’s safety and general well-being and ensuring they are safeguarded.
Brand Co-Ordinator
True Alliance
10.2019 - 06.2020
Buying Assistant
HARRIS SCARFE
02.2018 - 10.2019
Production Administration Assistant
COUNTRY ROAD GROUP
01.2017 - 02.2018
Production Coordinator
FUSION Retail Brands
09.2016 - 01.2017
Customer Service Officer
FUSION Retail Brands
12.2015 - 09.2016
Sales Assistant
RALPH LAUREN - Australia
09.2013 - 12.2015
Receptionist
LITTLE REAL ESTATE – Mt Waverley
05.2012 - 05.2013
Sales Assistant
FRENCH CONNECTION - Melbourne
11.2011 - 05.2012
Customer Service
BIG W – Waverley Gardens
01.2007 - 05.2012
Education
Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood/Primary) -
Federation University
10.2025
Advanced Diploma of Fashion Textiles & Merchandising -
Kangan Institute
10.2015
Diploma of Applied Fashion Design & Technology -
Kangan Institute
10.2012
Victorian Certificate of Education -
Nazareth College Victoria
01.2010
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Decision-Making
- Punctual and Dependable
- Attention to Detail
- Curriculum Planning
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multitasking
- Organization
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
References
Caroline Hodge
Grade 3 Teacher - River Gum Primary School
Caroline.Hodge@education.vic.gov.au
Crispian Deacon
Grade 5/6 Teacher - Hampton Park Primary School
crispian.deacon@education.vic.gov.au
Additional Information
Teaching Placements completed:
Hampton Park Primary School
Grade 5/6 - 15 days
Dandenong South Primary School
Grade 1 - 15 days
Dandenong South Primary School
Grade 2 - 5 days
Timeline
Education Support
River Gum Primary School
02.2024 - Current
OHSC
Camp Australia
10.2020 - 10.2021
Chiropractic Assistant
Chiropractic Care Australasia
07.2020 - 12.2023
Carer
NDIS
04.2020 - Current
Brand Co-Ordinator
True Alliance
10.2019 - 06.2020
Buying Assistant
HARRIS SCARFE
02.2018 - 10.2019
Production Administration Assistant
COUNTRY ROAD GROUP
01.2017 - 02.2018
Production Coordinator
FUSION Retail Brands
09.2016 - 01.2017
Customer Service Officer
FUSION Retail Brands
12.2015 - 09.2016
Sales Assistant
RALPH LAUREN - Australia
09.2013 - 12.2015
Receptionist
LITTLE REAL ESTATE – Mt Waverley
05.2012 - 05.2013
Sales Assistant
FRENCH CONNECTION - Melbourne
11.2011 - 05.2012
Customer Service
BIG W – Waverley Gardens
01.2007 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood/Primary) -
Federation University
Advanced Diploma of Fashion Textiles & Merchandising -
Kangan Institute
Diploma of Applied Fashion Design & Technology -
Kangan Institute
Victorian Certificate of Education -
Nazareth College Victoria
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