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Courtney Davids

Otumoetai ,Tauranga

Summary

Dedicated and creative teacher aide committed to supporting students’ individual needs and helping teachers achieve their learning goals. A nurturing, people-focused team member with strong awareness of how to best assist both teachers and learners in creating a positive, safe, and inclusive environment. Experienced in supporting diverse learners, developing personalised learning strategies, and contributing to a collaborative classroom culture. I bring strong academic capability and consistently delivers support beyond expectations.

Proven experience in educational support and individualised learning strategies. Expertise in enhancing student engagement and collaboration, driving positive outcomes for special needs students through tailored interventions.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Teacher's Assistant

Adventure School
Whitby , Porirua , Wellington
2024.04 - 2024.12
  • Assisted teachers in preparing and organizing classroom materials and resources.
  • Supported students with individualized learning plans and diverse educational needs.
  • Facilitated small group activities to enhance student engagement and understanding.
  • Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
  • Prepared lesson materials and visual aids to reinforce lesson concepts.
  • Collaborated with teachers to implement educational strategies and interventions.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and needs.
  • Supported classroom teacher in managing a diverse classroom of students.
  • Assisted in the development of individualized education plans (IEPs) for special education students.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching skills and knowledge.

Facilitator/Classroom Assistant

Otter's Creek Junior School
South Africa
2022.01 - 2023.05
  • Increased participant engagement by incorporating interactive activities to close learning gaps
  • Enhanced program effectiveness by collaborating with colleagues to review and revise curriculum content regularly.
  • Delivered high-quality training and mentoring sessions, ensuring students develop a thorough understanding of the subject
  • Contributed to improved team performance by facilitating workshops on communication, collaboration, and parent involvement/home based learning
  • facilitated/ worked closely with neurodiverse students
  • behaviour management amongst students facilitated
  • Used diverse teaching materials and motivational approaches to reduce learning gaps and instruct students.

Operator/Hair Salon Assistant

Carlton Hair Salon
South Africa
2017.02 - 2019.12

● Preparation in client services, received dictation from stylist whilst assisting on behalf of stylist needs

● Organizing and maintain salons retail, restocking and cleanliness of salon

● Gathering of supplies

● Mixing and applying clients hair colour dye

● Shampooing hair

● Sterilizing and cleaning hair tools and general cleaning

● Greet and assist clients

● Assist with blow drying and styling

● Provide hair treatments for clients

Teachers Assistant

Parkwood Aftercare Project NPO
South Africa
2014.03 - 2018.12
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.

● Be a mentor and role model to students

● Open and positive to “change”

● Taking small groups of students for additional lessons

● Take small groups of students for reading lessons in order to foster a love for reading.

● Monitoring and recording pupil activities

● Regularly giving feedback of student progress and behaviour to teachers

● Producing individual learning plans tailored to specific students and their learning needs

● Liaising with teachers, learning mentors, youth workers and peer groups as required.

● Working with SEN ( SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS) children on a one on one basis providing them with extra support and assistance in the classroom.

● Planning learning activities and excursions with teachers

● Offer tutoring during COVID 19 to learners 13 years to 16 years of age

Education

Bachelor of Education - Foundation Phase

University of South Africa
South Africa
2021.03 - 2025.11

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Problem Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Facilitation Techniques
  • High degree of integrity/ trustworthiness
  • Able to work under pressure
  • High energy levels and positive attitude
  • Individualized learning plans
  • Student engagement
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Behavior redirection
  • Special needs education
  • Special education support

Timeline

Teacher's Assistant

Adventure School
2024.04 - 2024.12

Facilitator/Classroom Assistant

Otter's Creek Junior School
2022.01 - 2023.05

Bachelor of Education - Foundation Phase

University of South Africa
2021.03 - 2025.11

Operator/Hair Salon Assistant

Carlton Hair Salon
2017.02 - 2019.12

Teachers Assistant

Parkwood Aftercare Project NPO
2014.03 - 2018.12
Courtney Davids