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Tamara Grant

Ipswich,QLD

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Teacher Assistant

Department Of Education
09.2006 - Current
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing visual aids, real-world examples, and hands-on activities.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear classroom expectations and maintaining consistent routines.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to address diverse learning needs and ensure individual student success.
  • Provided timely feedback on assignments, enabling students to improve their understanding of course material and overall performance.
  • Served as a mentor for new teacher assistants, sharing best practices and offering guidance on classroom management strategies.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching skills.
  • Contributed to school-wide initiatives focused on improving student achievement levels, participating in data-driven decision-making processes, and collaborating on team-based projects.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
  • Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
  • Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.

Attendance Officer

Department Of Education
12.2022 - 10.2023
  • Maintained accurate attendance records for all staff and students
  • Monitored students absences, tardiness, and early departures.
  • Informed parents and guardians of the child's absence or tardiness via phone call or letter.
  • Developed reports and data analysis pertaining to students absenteeism patterns.
  • Reviewed daily sign-in sheets from each classroom teacher at the end of each day for accuracy.
  • Assisted with tracking down missing students who have been absent from school without notification from parent and guardians.
  • Placed calls to parent to determine reason for students' absence meticulously noting details.
  • Welcomed visitors to main office and asked questions in effort determine how to best serve needs.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Answered questions and fulfilled request with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Worked on on one with teachers and demonstrated how to run required reports.

Checkout Operator

Woolworths
10.2005 - 08.2006
  • Greeted customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
  • Processed, cash, credit and check payments accurately and efficiently.
  • Provided assistance to customers with product selection queries
  • Maintained cleanliness of checkout area and ensured it was stocked at all times.
  • Adhered to safety guidelines while operating cash registers and other equipment.
  • Performed opening and closing procedures for store resisters as required.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Handled cash, card, check, gift card and coupons transactions for customer purchases.
  • Packed and bagged products according to customer preferences.
  • Processed customer payment quickly and returned exact change and receipt.
  • Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by sanitizing register belts, emptying trash cans and organising candy racks

Before and After-School Care Assistant

Collingwood Part State School
02.2005 - 12.2005
  • Assisted in the planning and implementation of a variety of activities to engage children in creative learning experiences.
  • Provided supervision for students during morning arrival, afternoon pick - up and other times as needed.
  • Ensure proper safety protocols were followed at all times while working with children.
  • Assisted in preparing snacks for the children according to nutritional guidelines.
  • Observed and monitored children's play activities.
  • Maintained organised and clean classroom and play areas
  • Taught children how to complete basic crafts such as painting, drawing and decorations.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment

Education

Certificate III - Education Support

TAFE Queensland
Ipswich, QLD
06.2014

Senior Education Certificate - Education

Redbank Plains State High School
Redbank Plains, QLD
11.2005

Skills

  • Instructional Materials Preparation
  • Verbal Communication
  • Small Group Facilitation
  • Special Education Support
  • Classroom Safety
  • Student Supervision
  • Student Records Management
  • Classroom support
  • Attendance Tracking
  • Student and parent relations
  • Clerical Support
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Student safety
  • Multicultural Awareness
  • Computer Skills
  • Supervising Student Activities
  • First Aide & CPR

Certification

  • Current First Aide & CPR certification

Referees

Ms Sigrund  Nilsen

Director First Nations Strategy and Partnerships

Phone: 07 3328 6600 Mob: 0436 843 814 


Ms Lauren Spence

Teacher - Glenala State High School

Phone: 07 3877 4222



Timeline

Attendance Officer

Department Of Education
12.2022 - 10.2023

Certified Teacher Assistant

Department Of Education
09.2006 - Current

Checkout Operator

Woolworths
10.2005 - 08.2006

Before and After-School Care Assistant

Collingwood Part State School
02.2005 - 12.2005

Certificate III - Education Support

TAFE Queensland

Senior Education Certificate - Education

Redbank Plains State High School

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