Alana Yau
Wirral,Merseyside
Summary
Enthusiastic individual offers compassionate care and communication abilities to Early Years Teaching Assistant role. Collaborative team player working flexibly to meet changing job, environment and child requirements.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Teaching assistant in primary school
Greasby Infants
Wirral, Merseyside
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Encouraged students to work together to complete projects and solve problems.
- Maximised student engagement and receptive learning by educating students using individualised instructional approaches.
- Prepared necessary equipment and technology ahead of class.
- Minimised distraction by creating and maintaining clean, safe and organised classroom.
- Assisted with planning and preparing lessons, evaluating and adjusting teachings to suit student age and capability.
- Responded to changing needs of pupils and staff to provide maximum help and support.
- Supervised pupils during lunchtimes and educational visits.
- Offered students personalised support during in-class activities and projects.
- Supported teachers in managing challenging student behaviour, conducting progress meetings to provide feedback and recommend appropriate action.
- Provided friendly, enthusiastic support to pupils in individual and group support settings.
- Supported development of appropriate resources, working with teachers to guarantee provision met learning needs.
- Organised class spaces and prepared materials for upcoming teacher lessons.
- Attended to younger children's basic physical needs and assisted in development of personal skills.
- Planned and arranged classrooms to promote learning and student achievement.
- Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays for daily lessons.
- Offered support to special needs students, guaranteeing safety and access to equitable learning.
- Created positive, engaging learning environments to improve student experiences.
- Maintained child safety, security and good behaviour during classroom and outdoor activities.
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Teaching assistant in primary school
Fender Primary School
Wirral, Merseyside
04.2004 - 02.2018
- Developed and nurtured excellent relationships with students and staff, enhancing positive learning environments.
- Prepared positive, productive learning environments with engaging wall displays and effective resources.
- Provided safe, stimulating classroom environments to maximise student engagement and attainment.
- Provided in-depth feedback and constructive criticism on students' work.
- Oversaw students during breaks to maintain safe environment.
- Maximised student learning time by providing smooth transitioning support between lessons.
- Implemented proven methods to overcome common barriers to learning.
- Supported students to identify problems impeding education.
- Tutored students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts from core subjects.
- Provided continuous supervision for children during meals, relaxation, toileting and play.
- Monitored children's responses to learning activities and accurately recorded progression.
- Prepared necessary equipment and technology ahead of class.
- Arranged recreational spaces and equipment to encourage physical activity.
- Assisted with development of individual education and behaviour plans.
- Improved social-emotional skill building by promoting interaction and social sharing.
- Created an inclusive learning environment by responding to needs of children with a variety of special needs.
- Encouraged students to work together to complete projects and solve problems.
- Attended to younger children's basic physical needs and assisted in development of personal skills.
- Oversaw learning through play and encouraged positive interactions between children and peers.
- Assisted with planning and delivery of engaging learning opportunities and exceptional care to promote child development.
- Updated curriculum knowledge regularly to offer comprehensive support to teachers and pupils.
- Thoroughly cleaned and disinfected play areas to control health risks.
- Informed parents and staff members regarding activity of children.
- Applied positive reinforcement and disciplinary techniques to improve behaviour and guide social development.
- Created and maintained welcoming, safe and tidy space to promote children's development.
- Recorded daily data and incidents in alignment with company reporting requirements.
- Read stories and lead activities to help children build foundational learning skills.
- Helped children with personal hygiene needs and taught young children to independently complete care tasks.
- Role-modelled desired behaviours, habits and actions.
Education
GCSEs - English, Maths, Science
Hilbre High School
Wirral 09.1996 - 07.2001
NVQ Level 2 - Child Care and Education
Wirral Metropolitan College
Birkenhead 09.2003 - 07.2005
NVQ Level 3 - Teaching Assistant
Wirral Metropolitan College
Birkenhead 09.2006 - 07.2007
Skills
- Early childhood education
- Special needs support
- Behaviour management
- Social and emotional development
- Playroom preparation
- Play supervision
Affiliations
- Walking
- Reading
- Interior design
- Creative Projects
- Watching my boys in all of their hobbies
Timeline
Teaching assistant in primary school
Greasby Infants
10.2021 - 08.2022
NVQ Level 3 - Teaching Assistant
Wirral Metropolitan College
09.2006 - 07.2007
Teaching assistant in primary school
Fender Primary School
04.2004 - 02.2018
NVQ Level 2 - Child Care and Education
Wirral Metropolitan College
09.2003 - 07.2005
GCSEs - English, Maths, Science
Hilbre High School
09.1996 - 07.2001
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