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, QLD06.2014
Senior Education Certificate - Education
Redbank Plains State High School
Redbank Plains, QLD11.2005
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