Tara Stewart
Carrara,Australia
Summary
Talented security professional skilled at conducting building patrols, securing entrances and exits and keeping visitors under constant surveillance. Skilled in writing reports, updating records and handling simultaneous tasks in fast-paced settings.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Protective Security Officer
Queensland Police Service
05.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated excellent conflict resolution skills when dealing with disputes or confrontations among staff members or visitors.
- Ensured proper functioning of all security equipment by performing routine maintenance checks regularly.
- Provided exceptional customer service to employees and guests, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Enhanced facility security by conducting thorough access control checks and monitoring CCTV systems.
- Reduced security risks through regular patrol rounds and swift response to incidents.
- Maintained a secure environment for high-profile visitors, implementing tailored protective measures during their stay.
Learning Assistant
Robina State High School
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating real-world examples.
- Maximized the impact of individualized instruction, tailoring lessons to address specific strengths and weaknesses for each student.
- Mentored new Learning Assistants, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching techniques.
- Helped struggling students achieve academic success through targeted interventions and consistent progress monitoring.
LEARNING ASSISTANT
Trinity Lutheran College
01.2019 - 12.2022
- Knowledge and application of Essential Skills for Classroom Management strategies within the PLC
- Knowledge and application of a Functional Approach to Behaviour Management
- Ability to relate to students with complex needs
- Ability to apply understanding of the needs of Students Impacted by Trauma and Neglect
- Delivered feedback using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage, motivate and build confidence in students
- Coordinated resources necessary to provide distance learning services to students
- Researched various topics and information on distance learning as requested by administrative officials, managers and staff members
- Supported students in comprehension and completion of homework as well as for ongoing literacy work
- Tutored students one-on-one to help progress through program in timely manner
- Guided students in learning course content by referring to student class notes, assignments and class resources
- Organized and maintained environment conducive to productive learning experience for students
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating real-world examples.
- Mentored new Learning Assistants, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching techniques.
- Maximized the impact of individualized instruction, tailoring lessons to address specific strengths and weaknesses for each student.
- Helped struggling students achieve academic success through targeted interventions and consistent progress monitoring.
TEACHER'S ASSISTANT
Eagleby State School
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Knowledge and application of Essential Skills for Classroom Management strategies within the PLC
- Knowledge and application of a Functional Approach to Behaviour Management
- Ability to relate to students with complex needs
- Ability to apply understanding of the needs of Students Impacted by Trauma and Neglect
- Promoted student learning by providing individualized and small group support to reinforce classroom topics
- Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials and supplies to support maximum efficiency
- Distributed classroom materials and supplies such as pencils, paper and art materials
- Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success
- Provided students with personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support
- Organized classroom, placing books back on shelves and to keep areas well-maintained and organized
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators
- Attended in-services, workshops and seminars
TEACHER'S ASSISTANT
Beenleigh State School
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Knowledge and application of Essential Skills for Classroom Management strategies within the PLC
- Knowledge and application of a Functional Approach to Behaviour Management
- Ability to relate to students with complex needs
- Ability to apply understanding of the needs of Students Impacted by Trauma and Neglect
- Collaborated with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning and student engagement
- Helped students take advantage of other available subject matter and study resources
- Kept students safe inside and outside classrooms by proactively monitoring behaviors and tracking student movements, safety hazards and visitors
- Observed children and recorded activities, maintained daily records and created safe environments during activities
- Attended in-services, workshops and seminars
- Kept over students safe in classroom and outside environments
- Organized classroom, placing books back on shelves and to keep areas well-maintained and organized
- Provided students with personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support
- Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and curriculum implementation
TEACHER'S ASSISTANT
Eagleby South State school
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Knowledge and application of Essential Skills for Classroom Management strategies within the PLC
- Knowledge and application of a Functional Approach to Behaviour Management
- Ability to relate to students with complex needs
- Ability to apply understanding of the needs of Students Impacted by Trauma and Neglect
- Collaborated with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning and student engagement
- Kept students safe inside and outside classrooms by proactively monitoring behaviors and tracking student movements, safety hazards and visitors
- Attended in-services, workshops and seminars
- Managed daily attendance and reported absences and tardies for parental notification
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators
- Kept over students safe in classroom and outside environments
- Organized classroom, placing books back on shelves to keep areas well-maintained and organized
TEACHER'S AIDE
Upper Coomera State College
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Supports classroom teachers by managing files, preparing materials and updating records
- Assisted instructional staff with implementing lessons and activities for full classes and small groups
- Kept students safe inside and outside classrooms by proactively monitoring behaviors and tracking student movements, safety hazards and visitors
- Supervised students and maintained security throughout school buildings and on field trips
- Helped teachers with material generation, lesson plan development, class preparation, scheduling, exam distribution and student mentoring
- Distributed classroom materials and supplies such as pencils, paper and art materials
- Provided students with personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators
CASHIER SUPERVISOR
Woolworths
01.2004 - 01.2011
- Greeted customers and responded to requests for information
- Called for back up cashiers during peak times to minimize wait time for customers
- Counted tills for beginning of shift with start money and balanced and reconciled register at end of shift
- Supported front end procedures to keep items well-stocked to prevent shrinkage
- Handled customer complaints and concerns and escalated to direct supervisor for quick resolution
- Mentored employees and instructed on management of complicated sales, complex issues and difficult customers
- Supervised store opening and closing procedures, which included counting cash drawers and making bank deposits
- Maintained inventory accuracy by counting stock-on-hand and reconciling discrepancies
Skills
- Physical Security Expertise
- Stress Tolerance
- Incident Reporting
- Surveillance techniques
- Crisis Management
- Staff Development
- Team Player
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
Timeline
Protective Security Officer
Queensland Police Service
05.2024 - Current
Learning Assistant
Robina State High School
01.2022 - 05.2024
LEARNING ASSISTANT
Trinity Lutheran College
01.2019 - 12.2022
TEACHER'S ASSISTANT
Eagleby State School
01.2017 - 01.2019
TEACHER'S ASSISTANT
Beenleigh State School
01.2016 - 01.2017
TEACHER'S ASSISTANT
Eagleby South State school
01.2013 - 01.2016
TEACHER'S AIDE
Upper Coomera State College
01.2011 - 01.2012
CASHIER SUPERVISOR
Woolworths
01.2004 - 01.2011
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