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Tamara Cunningham

Berwick,VIC

Summary

I am a great communicator, organizer, fast learner, reliable, and punctual; a multitasker, and fantastic with time management, but above all, I am passionate about what I do. I want to help bring the best out in others, both children and adults. I believe I can bring this passion to your school and learn a great deal from other people's experiences and knowledge.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Teaching Assistant

Berengarra Specialist School
Box Hill North, Victoria
02.2024 - Current
  • Provided one-on-one support for special needs students.
  • Provided administrative support to teachers, staff and students in a school environment.
  • Prepared teaching materials such as worksheets, handouts and posters for classrooms.
  • Supported teachers during classroom instruction by helping to maintain order among students.
  • One-on-one support for students with varying needs.
  • Attending meetings for professional development, daily debriefs, and Student Support Meetings.
  • Drive the school bus to the bus station weekly, and on school excursions and camps.

Disability Support Worker

Self Employed
Berwick, Victoria
11.2022 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
  • Communicated regularly with families of disabled individuals regarding care plans and updates.
  • Organized recreational and educational activities for clients according to individual needs.
  • Participated in team meetings with supervisors, doctors, nurses, therapists.
  • Facilitated communication between nonverbal individuals using sign language or other methods.
  • Encouraged independence by teaching skills needed for everyday life.
  • Provided emotional support to individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
  • Transported clients to appointments, social events, and other activities as needed.

Primary School Teacher

Various
Narre Warren North, Victoria
01.2006 - 12.2022
  • Integrated technology into the curriculum to enhance student engagement and understanding of concepts.
  • Created and maintained a safe, orderly and productive classroom environment.
  • Collaborated with other teachers, staff members and parents to promote a positive learning atmosphere.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports.
  • Assessed student progress on an ongoing basis to inform instructional decisions.
  • Facilitated parent and teacher conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans that engaged students in active learning activities.
  • Planned extracurricular activities such as clubs or sports teams for after school programs.
  • Organized field trips for students to explore local resources related to the curriculum.

Education

Bachelor of Education - Education

ACU
Fitzroy, VIC
12-2005

Skills

  • Special needs support
  • Classroom management
  • Educational materials preparation
  • Technology integration
  • Collaboration with staff, parents, and professionals
  • Emotional support
  • Behavior management
  • Time management
  • Calm and patient demeanor
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Creative thinker
  • Organizational skills

Closing

Thank you for taking the time to consider me for this position., I look forward to discussing it further with you.

Application

Teaching Assistant – Challenging Behaviours, Dandenong Valley Special Development School, Teaching Assistant, Berengarra Specialist School, Box Hill North, full-time, disability support worker, 2.5 years, Supporting adults and children with varying disabilities and challenges, both physically, mentally and socially., great communicator, organiser, fast learner, reliable, punctual, multitasker, fantastic with time management, passionate, To help bring the best out in others, both children and adults.

Timeline

Teaching Assistant

Berengarra Specialist School
02.2024 - Current

Disability Support Worker

Self Employed
11.2022 - Current

Primary School Teacher

Various
01.2006 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Education - Education

ACU

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