Susan Aretere
Learning Support Assistant
Hamilton,WAIKATO
Summary
A Professional Learning Support Assistant with honesty and integrity, who has a strong work ethic, adapts well to different environments, and is capable of working in a team, and autonomously. Organised and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organisational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. A hardworking and passionate professional, eager to secure an entry-level position. Ready to help the team achieve company goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Learning Support Assistant
Fairfield Intermediate School
01.2021 - Current
- Supports class teacher in delivering lesson plans and activities to small groups.
- Completed professional learning development courses and implemented various strategies to meet needs of students I work with.
- Carefully established expectations and professional relationships with students to enhance independence and knowledge.
- Administered tests to students in secure environment.
- Led small group sessions to help students review and practice concepts.
- Assessed student needs to determine appropriate level of required support.
- Assisted in development of individualized learning plans for student success.
- Offered feedback to my SENCO and LSC to effectively address students' needs.
- Created, collected, and recorded data on student progress to determine next steps for student success.
- Organised and allocated resources required to meet needs of students.
Teacher Aide
Greenmeadows Intermediate School
09.2019 - 12.2020
- Assisted teachers with supervision and care of children.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environments.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
Domestic Cleaner
Absolute Domestics
09.2017 - 09.2019
- Adhered to professional house cleaning checklists as instructed by clients.
- Respected client's home and privacy at all times.
- Efficiently cleaned and maintained each property to a high standard.
- Discussed and negotiated hours to ensure cleaning list was in line with time required.
Nightfill Assistant
Stand Children's Services
11.2016 - 07.2017
- Assisted supervisor in all aspects of operations on night shift.
- Monitored children hourly as they slept, and supported those who were unwell, unsettled, or scared.
- Assumed supervisor role to cover when short-staffed.
- Supported training of new night staff.
- Recorded hourly checks and incidents and discussed with morning staff during handover.
- Followed detailed directions from management to complete daily paperwork and computer data entry.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
Lower Hutt, NZ10.2025
Graduate Certificate - Social Sciences
Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, NZ02.2016
Certificate IV - Foundation Studies
MIT
Manukau, NZ09.2014
Skills
- Professional Relationships
- Educational Strategies
- Individualized Lesson Plans
- Positive Learning Environment
- IEP Support
- Social Skills Group Leadership
- Emotional Support
- Life Skills Instruction
- Group Assistance
- Clerical Support
- New Employee Onboarding
- Test Administration
Personal Time
I have 3 children, my eldest son successfully lives independently in Auckland, and my 2 youngest live with me and are completing their studies in years 11 and 12. Our school terms are busy with work and studies so family time is valuable to us and we utilise the school holidays to ensure we spend quality time.
Timeline
Learning Support Assistant
Fairfield Intermediate School
01.2021 - Current
Teacher Aide
Greenmeadows Intermediate School
09.2019 - 12.2020
Domestic Cleaner
Absolute Domestics
09.2017 - 09.2019
Nightfill Assistant
Stand Children's Services
11.2016 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
Graduate Certificate - Social Sciences
Auckland University of Technology
Certificate IV - Foundation Studies
MIT
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