Alexandra Karati
Birmingham
Summary
Psychology graduate with an MSc in Child Psychology and experience supporting children with special needs. Committed to enhancing mental health for children and adults. Aspires to work as an assistant psychologist, applying academic knowledge in practical settings. Future goal includes becoming a clinical psychologist.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Research volunteer
Birmingham City University
Birmingham
04.2025 - Current
- Facilitated analysis of research data for enhanced understanding of project subject matter.
- Supported EEG lab operations with participants undertaking tasks.
- Assisted in managing EEG equipment with children.
- Presented project details to parents and children.
- Gathered all requirements documents prior to task.
- Coordinated 3 to 6 participants per shift and collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to advance the project.
Teaching assistant in special educational needs
Tradewind Recruitment
Birmingham
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary team members such as speech therapists or psychologists for holistic child development.
- Engaged in professional development training sessions to remain knowledgeable about advancements in special education teaching strategies.
- Maintained up-to-date records of each pupil's progress, attendance, medical information and behavioural patterns.
- Offered emotional support during challenging situations whilst respecting student's personal space and emotions.
- Assisted in managing classroom behaviour by implementing effective discipline strategies tailored to individual needs.
Play Volunteer
University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire
Coventry
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Facilitated structured activities that enhance emotional well-being and coping skills for children during hospitalisation.
Front of house waiter
Cucina Rustica
Birmingham
08.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with diverse teams to foster understanding of various perspectives.
- Maintained professionalism and composure in challenging and dynamic environments.
- Supported team objectives by adapting to different interpersonal styles.
Education
MSc - Applied Child Psychology
Birmingham City University
Birmingham 09.2024 - 10.2025
BSc - Psychology
Coventry University
Coventry 09.2021 - 07.2024
Skills
- Organisational and time management
- Problem-solving strategies
- IT proficiency
- Resilience and determination
- Collaborative research
- Cognitive behavioural therapy
- Child psychology expertise
- Empathic listening
- Fluency in Albanian, Greek, and English
- Quantitative research skills
- Child development knowledge
- Mental health awareness
Additional Information
Albanian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Greek
Native
Affiliations
UK Driving Licence & BPS Membership
Certification
British Psychological Society Graduate Membership
Accomplishments
Hands-on Skills Workshop on Electroencephalography (EEG)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Research volunteer
Birmingham City University
04.2025 - Current
MSc - Applied Child Psychology
Birmingham City University
09.2024 - 10.2025
Teaching assistant in special educational needs
Tradewind Recruitment
04.2023 - 11.2023
Play Volunteer
University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire
06.2022 - 02.2023
BSc - Psychology
Coventry University
09.2021 - 07.2024
Front of house waiter
Cucina Rustica
08.2020 - Current