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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Awards
Interests
References
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Tamika Roach

Warragul,VIC

Summary

Dynamic and innovative professional with a proven track record at After The Bell Aus, excelling in curriculum planning and staff development. Skilled in fostering inclusivity and creativity among diverse groups, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. Achieved significant improvements in program effectiveness and staff training, ensuring high-quality educational experiences.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Childcare Program Leader

After The Bell Aus
01.2023 - Current
  • Mentored new staff members on program standards and best practices to ensure consistency across all classrooms.
  • Designed and managed diverse after-school programs that promoted physical activity, creativity, teamwork, and leadership among participants.
  • Implemented age-appropriate activities to develop cognitive, language, motor, and sensory skills in children aged 3-5 years old.
  • Supported children''s social and emotional development by fostering a warm, inclusive, and nurturing environment.
  • Modified teaching strategies to accommodate the diverse needs of children with special needs, promoting an inclusive learning environment.
  • Facilitated group activities that encouraged peer interaction while promoting essential life skills such as cooperation, negotiation, problem-solving abilities.
  • Evaluated program effectiveness using regular assessments of children''s strengths areas for improvement adjusting curriculum accordingly.
  • Ensured compliance with state licensing regulations by maintaining accurate records on attendance, health screenings, immunizations, and incident reports.

Special Education Teacher Assistant

Baringa Special School Moe
05.2022 - 01.2023
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction accordingly to maximize academic achievement.
  • Maintained detailed records of student progress, attendance, behaviors, and IEP goals for effective communication with all stakeholders involved in the educational process.
  • Improved student behavior and engagement in the classroom through consistent enforcement of rules and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Assisted students with physical disabilities, ensuring their safety and comfort during daily activities.
  • Helped classroom teachers achieve instructional objectives.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students struggling with specific concepts or tasks, resulting in improved comprehension and performance.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.

Retail Assistant

BCF
10.2021 - 04.2022
  • Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
  • Maintained tidy and organized store environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to accomplish sales goals and improve overall store performance.
  • Handled returns and exchanges professionally, adhering to company policies while prioritizing customer satisfaction.
  • Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
  • Demonstrated flexibility by adapting to various roles within the retail environment as needed.

Sales Associate

Kmart
08.2020 - 10.2021
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Minimized wait times for customers during peak hours, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.

Dairy Farmer

JC Elliot & W Taylor
03.2021 - 07.2021
  • Maintained farm equipment and vehicles.
  • Monitored milk production quality and quantity and evaluated daily data to address inefficiencies.
  • Milked 500 cows using milking machinery.
  • Attended promptly to needs of sick cows to maintain health of livestock.
  • Enhanced herd health through regular monitoring, vaccinations, and preventative care measures.
  • Reduced calf mortality rates through close monitoring of newborns and providing timely medical intervention when needed.
  • Maximized pasture utilization with rotational grazing techniques, improving overall feed efficiency.
  • Ensured high-quality milk by maintaining clean milking equipment and practicing proper sanitation protocols.

Education

Associate Degree - Education

Deakin University
Melbourne, VIC
09.2025

High School Diploma -

Dubbbo School Of Distance Education
Dubbo, NSW
12.2021

High School Diploma -

St Joseph's Regional College
Thrumster, NSW
12.2017

No Degree - Primary Schooling

St Jospeh's Primary School
Wauchope, NSW
12.2017

Skills

  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Reliability
  • Critical Thinking
  • Organizational Skills
  • Age-Appropriate Activities
  • Inclusivity awareness
  • Curriculum Planning
  • Creativity and Innovation
  • Staff Training and Development
  • First aid and CPR certified

Certification

  • First Aid Certification HLTAID012 & HLTAID009
  • Guiding Children's Behaviour 23rd July 2023
  • Responding To Risks Of Harm 27th June 2023
  • Child Protection Training 2023
  • Food Handling Level Two 2023

Awards

Wauchope, NSW Local Sporting Grant 2017 

NSW State Representative award 

Appeared on News platforms for my dedication to equestrian sports 



Interests

  • Horseback Riding
  • Adventure Travel
  • Road Trips

References

Veronique Rayeroux Flack

CEO of After The Bell Aus

hr@afterthebell.com.au


Thomas Tickner

thomastickner98@gmail.com

0477955467


Maddison Forrer

0401404023


Romany Sanna

romanysanna@hotmail.com

0428875620


Timeline

Childcare Program Leader

After The Bell Aus
01.2023 - Current

Special Education Teacher Assistant

Baringa Special School Moe
05.2022 - 01.2023

Retail Assistant

BCF
10.2021 - 04.2022

Dairy Farmer

JC Elliot & W Taylor
03.2021 - 07.2021

Sales Associate

Kmart
08.2020 - 10.2021

Associate Degree - Education

Deakin University

High School Diploma -

Dubbbo School Of Distance Education

High School Diploma -

St Joseph's Regional College

No Degree - Primary Schooling

St Jospeh's Primary School

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