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Troy Siver

Brisbane,QLD

Summary

Talented Special Education Teacher focused on meeting student academic and emotional needs. Compassionate and caring in delivery of personalized, hands-on support and lessons targeted to specific learning needs and strengths. Leverages strong communication skills and patient nature to provide positive reinforcement in team-based, structured environments.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Queensland Education
Burpengary, Deception Bay, Woodford, Pine Rivers, QLD
01.2007 - 04.2025
  • Established positive relationships with students and their families.
  • Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
  • Organized field trips or community experiences to enhance learning opportunities for special education students.
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
  • Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
  • Utilized technology resources such as online programs and assistive devices.
  • Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
  • Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
  • Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
  • Served as an advocate for special education students within the school system.
  • Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
  • Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
  • Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
  • Participated in adapted physical education activities with students to encourage overall health and instill positive routines.
  • Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
  • Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
  • Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.

Residential Support Worker

Anglicare
Springwood, QLD
01.2005 - 01.2007
  • Assessed new residents upon admission to determine their needs and develop a personalized care plan accordingly.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure best practice standards were maintained.
  • Provided emotional support to residents during difficult times.
  • Encouraged positive social interactions between residents while managing negative behaviors.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss current issues related to clients' welfare.
  • Maintained daily records of resident activities, progress, and incidents.
  • Supported clients in developing independent living skills such as cooking or laundry.
  • Assisted with medication administration and management as needed.
  • Developed and implemented behavior modification plans for challenging behaviors.
  • Transported residents to appointments, meetings, recreational outings.
  • Administered first aid when necessary and provided follow-up care instructions.
  • Identified potential risks or hazards in the facility environment and developed strategies to address them.
  • Provided guidance and support to residents in crisis situations.
  • Organized leisure activities such as games, sports events, art classes .
  • Dispensed medications and documented passes to update individual records.
  • Completed bed, welfare and security checks on residents.
  • Helped residents with activities of daily living, grooming and feeding.
  • Counseled residents and provided emergency response to handle crisis situations.

Education

Masters In Guidance And Counselling - Counselling And Education

James Cook University
QLD
07-2026

Graduate Diploma in Special Education - Education

University of The Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast, QLD
11-2008

Graduate Diploma in Primary Education - Education

Charles Darwin University
Darwin, NT
12-2004

Graduate Certificate in Human Studies - Human Studies

Christian Heritage College
Mount Gravatt, QLD
12-2001

Bachelor of Arts - Education And Counselling

Christian Heritage College
Mount Gravatt, QLD
11-2001

Skills

  • Behavior management
  • Individualized education plans
  • Learning assessment
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Crisis intervention
  • Effective communication
  • Emotional support
  • Advocacy for students
  • Curriculum adaptation
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Verbal and nonverbal communication
  • Social skills training
  • Behavior intervention plans
  • Behavior modifications
  • Classroom integration
  • Cognitive and behavioral development
  • Functional behavior assessment
  • Student counseling
  • Social skills development
  • Motivating students
  • Autism spectrum
  • Classroom management
  • Co-teaching experience
  • Life skills instruction
  • Crisis prevention and intervention

Affiliations

  • Play guitar
  • Coach Various sports

Certification

  • Car license
  • Boat license
  • Trainer in the Rock and Water program
  • Blue Card

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Queensland Education
01.2007 - 04.2025

Residential Support Worker

Anglicare
01.2005 - 01.2007

Masters In Guidance And Counselling - Counselling And Education

James Cook University

Graduate Diploma in Special Education - Education

University of The Sunshine Coast

Graduate Diploma in Primary Education - Education

Charles Darwin University

Graduate Certificate in Human Studies - Human Studies

Christian Heritage College

Bachelor of Arts - Education And Counselling

Christian Heritage College

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