Abbi Rae
Berwick Upon Tweed,Northumberland
Summary
A dedicated and empathetic individual with a strong passion for supporting students learning and development. Experience providing individual support to students with diverse learning needs and fostering a positive atmosphere that encourages academic growth and confidence. Strong communication and organizational abilities and a commitment to promoting an inclusive and respectful environment among all students. Eager to contribute to a vibrant educational team and enhance the learning experience for all students.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Swim Teaching Assistant
Places Leisure
Berwick Upon Tweed, Northumberland
2023.05 - Current
- Organise class spaces and prepare materials for upcoming teacher lessons.
- Deliver one-on-one support during sessions to students with learning difficulties to help them improve or understand.
- Assist children individually or in small groups to help them master skills and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
- Maximise student engagement and receptive learning by educating students using individualised instructional approaches.
Lifeguard
Places Leisure
Berwick Upon Tweed, Northumberland
2021.08 - Current
- Maintain order in swimming areas with effective rule enforcement.
- Issue warnings to anyone not complying with established rules.
- Administered CPR to save lives during emergencies.
Summer camp counsellor
Camp Bnai Brith of Ottawa
Ottawa, Ontario
2023.06 - 2023.08
- Planned and delivered engaging group and one-to-one swimming lessons.
- Planned and delivered engaging group martial arts lessons.
- Supported young children with regular daily tasks such as getting dressed, getting cleaned, making it to meal times and arriving at activities on time.
- Supported children who were homesick or sad by reassuring them and ensuring they felt comfortable.
Cafe Assistant
Places Leisure
Berwick Upon Tweed, Northumberland
2022.01 - 2022.12
- Fulfilled all duties as assigned during peak hours for effective operation of the café.
- Communicated effectively with team members, resulting in smooth operations.
- Managed timing standards in food deliveries to minimise delays.
- Followed health and hygiene standards when handling food and cleaning restaurants.
Cafe Assistant
Morrison's
Berwick Upon Tweed, Northumberland
2020.07 - 2021.12
- Assisted with food and beverage preparation, enabling prompt customer service.
- Improved customer satisfaction by always maintaining a friendly and positive attitude.
- Maintained excellent level of service in busy and demanding cafe environment.
- Managed timing standards in food deliveries to minimise delays.
Work Experience- Volunteer
Tweedmouth Community Middle School
Berwick Upon Tweed, Northumberland
2019.06 - 2019.07
- Helped with demonstrations for the teacher.
- Developed and nurtured excellent relationships with students and staff, enhancing positive learning environments.
- Maintained child safety, security and good behaviour during classroom and outdoor activities.
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips providing safe, supportive environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Applied Physical Education and Sports Coaching
Newcastle College University Centre
Newcastle upon Tyne 2023.09 - 2024.05
Foundation Degree in Science - Physical Education and Sports Coaching
Newcastle College University Centre
Newcastle upon Tyne 2021.09 - 2023.05
Diploma of Higher Education - Sport level 3
Newcastle College
Newcastle upon Tyne 2019.09 - 2021.05
GCSEs - English
Berwick Academy
Berwick Upon Tweed 2016.09 - 2019.05
GCSEs - Maths
Berwick Academy
Berwick-Upon-Tweed 2016.09 - 2019.05
GCSEs - Science
Berwick Academy
Berwick Upon Tweed 2016.09 - 2019.05
GCSEs - Sports Science
Berwick Academy
Berwick Upon Tweed 2016.09 - 2019.05
GCSEs - Food Technology
Berwick Academy
Berwick Upon Tweed 2016.09 - 2019.05
Skills
- Physical Education
- Sport coaching
- Student engagement
- Clear communication
- Health and safety regulation
- Lesson implementation
- Lesson preparation
- Teaching techniques
- Patience and tolerance
- Use of teaching aids
- Child protection awareness
- Pupil assessment
- First Aid certification
Certification
- NPLQ (National Pool Lifeguard Qualification)| August 2022 to August 2024|
- NPLQ (National Pool Lifeguard Qualification)| August 2024 to August 2026|
- SEQ Level 1 Swimming Assistant (Teaching)| June 2023
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Applied Physical Education and Sports Coaching
Newcastle College University Centre
2023.09 - 2024.05
Summer camp counsellor
Camp Bnai Brith of Ottawa
2023.06 - 2023.08
Swim Teaching Assistant
Places Leisure
2023.05 - Current
Cafe Assistant
Places Leisure
2022.01 - 2022.12
Foundation Degree in Science - Physical Education and Sports Coaching
Newcastle College University Centre
2021.09 - 2023.05
Lifeguard
Places Leisure
2021.08 - Current
Cafe Assistant
Morrison's
2020.07 - 2021.12
Diploma of Higher Education - Sport level 3
Newcastle College
2019.09 - 2021.05
Work Experience- Volunteer
Tweedmouth Community Middle School
2019.06 - 2019.07
GCSEs - English
Berwick Academy
2016.09 - 2019.05
GCSEs - Maths
Berwick Academy
2016.09 - 2019.05
GCSEs - Science
Berwick Academy
2016.09 - 2019.05
GCSEs - Sports Science
Berwick Academy
2016.09 - 2019.05
GCSEs - Food Technology
Berwick Academy
2016.09 - 2019.05