Aleena Gilbert Kott
Eastbourne,ESX
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate support professional with experience working with children with diverse educational needs. Strong communicator, fast learner, and highly organised, with a proven ability to manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining a positive and calm approach. Passionate about helping children feel included, confident, and supported in their learning.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Classroom Assistant
The Lindfield School
Eastbourne
12.2023 - 03.2025
- Supported children with high levels of educational needs, ensuring they received appropriate guidance and assistance to stay on track with their learning.
- Assisted teachers in administering first aid and responding to incidents, following established procedures.
- Took class registers in teacher’s absence, demonstrating accuracy and attention to detail.
- Helped children complete classwork and catch up on missed topics due to absence, promoting inclusion and academic progress.
- Developed strong communication skills through collaboration with professional team of staff and by providing clear, supportive interaction with students.
- Maintained safe and tidy classroom environment by adhering to health and safety standards and performing cleaning duties as required.
- Gained familiarity with and followed school policies and procedures as part of professional practice.
Childcare Assistant - Day Care/ Nursery
03.2018 - 05.2023
- Volunteered to support in care of children aged 1 to 5 or more years during holiday period.
- Responsible for meeting basic needs of children, including feeding, and ensuring comfort and safety.
- Engaged children in age-appropriate play and learning activities to support their early development and social skills.
- Demonstrated patience, empathy, and consistency in a nurturing environment.
- Building closer relationships with parents and their loved ones.
Education
Level 3 Extended Diploma - Health and Social Care
East Sussex College
Eastbourne, United Kingdom 09.2023 - 07.2025
GCSE Maths Foundation - undefined
East Sussex College
Eastbourne, United KingdomGCSE Biology Foundation - undefined
East Sussex College
Eastbourne, United KingdomGCSE English Language -
East Sussex College
Eastbourne, United KingdomDegree - Secondary and Higher Secondary Education -
Devamatha CMI Public School
India 06.2010 - 05.2023
Skills
- Strong communication and customer-service skills gained through professional placement experience
- Friendly, approachable, and able to build positive relationships with children, parents, and staff
- Effective multitasker with strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Quick learner with adaptability, demonstrated by successfully transitioning to a new country and education system
- Ability to maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment
- Resilient and able to stay positive under pressure and during long, active shifts
- Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage workload through college assignments and placement demands
Affiliations
- Listening to music, singing and dancing
- Practicing yoga
Timeline
Classroom Assistant
The Lindfield School
12.2023 - 03.2025
Level 3 Extended Diploma - Health and Social Care
East Sussex College
09.2023 - 07.2025
Childcare Assistant - Day Care/ Nursery
03.2018 - 05.2023
Degree - Secondary and Higher Secondary Education -
Devamatha CMI Public School
06.2010 - 05.2023
GCSE Maths Foundation - undefined
East Sussex College
GCSE Biology Foundation - undefined
East Sussex College
GCSE English Language -
East Sussex College