Lily August
Te Hapara,GIS
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver, Special Needs
Whānau
Gisborne, Gisborne
01.2026 - Current
- Assisted individual with daily living activities and personal care needs
- Supported clients in social integration through community engagement activities.
- Facilitated recreational activities to enhance physical and emotional well-being.
- Administered medication when needed according to doctor's instructions.
- Monitored physical and emotional health of clients.
- Encouraged independence by teaching basic self-care tasks such as brushing teeth, shaving and washing hands.
- Provided companionship by engaging in conversation, playing board games or reading stories together.
Caregiver
K Turnbull
Gisborne
12.2025 - Current
- Facilitated mobility and independence for disabled individuals while ensuring safety through continuous monitoring.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients at home.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care.
- Arranged transportation for medical appointments, enhancing access to necessary healthcare services.
- Executed daily setup of home peritoneal dialysis, supporting patient health management and treatment adherence.
Farm casual worker
McNeil farming Ltd
Tokomaru Bay , Gisborne
01.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with team members on daily tasks and projects.
- Provided assistance with livestock care including vaccinating, drenching, scanning & mustering.
- Assisted with farm maintenance such as fencing & repairs
Teacher Aide
Te Kura O Mata
Tokomaru Bay , Gisborne
07.2025 - 12.2025
- Supported student with learning disabilities, enhancing engagement and understanding during instructional time and transitions.
- Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
- Fostered a positive educational environment through gentle discipline, promoting student success and resilience.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced classroom rules consistently.
- Assisted teachers in preparing lesson materials and classroom activities.
- Collaborated with outside agencies like RTLB and speech therapists to develop tailored strategies for student support.
- Participated in training sessions to improve instructional techniques.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Facilitated outdoor education programs focusing on New Zealand native trees and flora.
Education
Gisborne Girls High
Te Hapara , GISBORNE Learning Matters Course
Incredible Years course
Skills
- Individualized instruction
- Student supervision
- Classroom support
- Effective communication
- Professional collaboration
- Teacher collaboration
- Time management
- Active listening
- Positive attitude
References
Te Riu Raihania
0273662208
principal@mata.school.nz
Karauria Ratapu
karauriaratapu@gmail.com
0220679336
Tui Keenan
0273623687
marama3mai@gmail.com
Timeline
Caregiver, Special Needs
Whānau
01.2026 - Current
Caregiver
K Turnbull
12.2025 - Current
Teacher Aide
Te Kura O Mata
07.2025 - 12.2025
Farm casual worker
McNeil farming Ltd
01.2024 - Current
Gisborne Girls High
Learning Matters Course
Incredible Years course