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Adriana Pakisi

Summary

Dedicated professional with expertise in special education strategies and a strong focus on autism spectrum disorders awareness. Demonstrates exceptional verbal communication skills and the ability to convey complex information clearly, fostering an inclusive learning environment. Proficient in behavioural management techniques, safeguarding, and supervision, ensuring adherence to patient confidentiality. Known for resilience in stressful situations and multitasking under pressure, with a commitment to supporting special needs students through creative and positive approaches.

Dedicated professional with genuine commitment to fostering positive and inclusive learning environment. Demonstrates strong classroom management and communication skills, coupled with ability to support diverse student needs.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Lead Teaching Assistant

Oxfordshire County Council/ Fitzharrys School
Abingdon
09.2024 - 08.2025
  • Participated in staff meetings to discuss student progress and potential improvements in teaching methods or curriculum content.
  • Assisted students with special educational needs, providing tailored assistance where necessary.
  • Facilitated group sessions for improved student interaction and participation.
  • Provided support for students with learning difficulties, fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Offered students personalised support during in-class activities and projects.
  • Developed individualised learning plans for pupils needing additional support, enhancing their academic performance.

Hospitality worker

The Recruitment Group
Oxford
06.2022 - 08.2025
  • Maintained inventory, ensuring sufficient supplies at all times.
  • Ensured cleanliness of premises for a welcoming environment.
  • Provided customer service with a friendly attitude.
  • Offered assistance to help team members complete tricky tasks or meet tight deadlines.

SEN Teaching Assistant

Kingfisher School
Abingdon
09.2023 - 08.2024
  • Collaborated with teachers to implement personalised education programmes, increasing student progress.
  • Assisted in the development of Individual Education Plans, enhancing student support.
  • Managed behavioural challenges effectively, maintaining a positive learning environment.
  • Implemented visual aids during lessons; supported better information retention.
  • Facilitated group activities to promote social interaction among SEN students.

Hospitality worker

Greycoat Lumney
London
04.2022 - 06.2022
  • Coordinated housekeeping services for optimal room availability.
  • Managed reservations, ensuring accurate booking details.
  • Ensured cleanliness of premises for a welcoming environment.
  • Handled guest complaints, resulting in satisfactory resolution.

Sales Assistant

Savers
London
10.2020 - 06.2021
  • Ensured stock replenishment in a timely manner to maintain product availability.
  • Utilised excellent communication skills to provide detailed product information.
  • Built strong relationships with regular customers for repeat business.
  • Assisted customers with product selection for optimal satisfaction.

Sales Assistant

Blue Blood Sports
Oxford
04.2019 - 09.2019
  • Offered personalised shopping advice to enhance customer experiences.
  • Trained new staff members, fostering a supportive working environment.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members to meet sales targets.
  • Monitored trends in consumer behaviour with keen attention to detail.

Christmas Temp Sales Assistant

Debenhams
Oxford
10.2018 - 03.2019
  • Balanced multiple tasks simultaneously whilst maintaining high-quality customer care.
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly, keeping store operation seamless during peak hours.
  • Assisted customers with product selection for optimal satisfaction.
  • Managed till operations smoothly, reducing waiting time for customers.

Part Time Sales Assistant

Primark
Oxford
11.2017 - 10.2018
  • Managed till operations smoothly, reducing waiting time for customers.
  • Utilised excellent communication skills to provide detailed product information.
  • Conducted daily inventory checks to manage stock levels accurately.
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly, keeping store operation seamless during peak hours.

Education

GCSEs -

St Gregory The Great Catholic School
Oxford, Oxfordshire
09.2013 - 07.2015

Diploma of Higher Education - Childcare Level 2 & 3

City of Oxford College
Oxford, Oxfordshire
09.2015 - 06.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Studies

Middlesex University
London
09.2019 - 06.2023

Skills

  • Strong verbal communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Communicating complex information clearly
  • Team worker and team leadership
  • Autism spectrum disorders awareness
  • Knowledge of national curriculum
  • Creative and positivity
  • Behavioural management techniques
  • Safeguarding and supervision
  • Special needs support
  • Patient confidentiality adherence
  • Special education strategies
  • Multitasking under pressure
  • Resilience in stressful situations

Languages

Portuguese
Native

Timeline

Lead Teaching Assistant

Oxfordshire County Council/ Fitzharrys School
09.2024 - 08.2025

SEN Teaching Assistant

Kingfisher School
09.2023 - 08.2024

Hospitality worker

The Recruitment Group
06.2022 - 08.2025

Hospitality worker

Greycoat Lumney
04.2022 - 06.2022

Sales Assistant

Savers
10.2020 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Studies

Middlesex University
09.2019 - 06.2023

Sales Assistant

Blue Blood Sports
04.2019 - 09.2019

Christmas Temp Sales Assistant

Debenhams
10.2018 - 03.2019

Part Time Sales Assistant

Primark
11.2017 - 10.2018

Diploma of Higher Education - Childcare Level 2 & 3

City of Oxford College
09.2015 - 06.2019

GCSEs -

St Gregory The Great Catholic School
09.2013 - 07.2015
Adriana Pakisi