Beverley Voigt
Salisbury,Wiltshire
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in special needs support and child psychology, adept at developing individual education plans and implementing autism strategies. Demonstrates strong skills in school policy adherence, worksheet preparation, and ICT literacy. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment through patience, tolerance, and positive reinforcement. Aims to enhance student development through mentoring and pastoral care while excelling as a team player.
Hardworking and proactive individual, dedicated to providing exceptional learning experiences for students. Experienced in performing class administrative activities accurately and preparing engaging learning materials and lesson plans. Friendly and open communicator with excellent time management skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work history
SEND Teaching Assistant
St George's Grammar School
Cape Town, South Africa
2000.01 - 2016.12
- Offered one-on-one guidance to struggling students for improved academic performance.
- Assisted in lesson planning for effective curriculum delivery.
- Ensured safety of pupils during extracurricular activities for an accident-free environment.
- Prepared classroom materials to facilitate efficient lessons.
- Liaised between teachers and parents, maintaining open lines of communication.
- Assisted in conducting assessments to determine student understanding of subjects.
- Supported classroom teacher with behaviour management, promoting a positive learning environment.
- Provided additional support to students with special educational needs, ensuring inclusivity.
- Participated in teacher-parent conferences regarding students' progress or problems.
- Managed administrative tasks, aiding smooth running of the class.
- Participated in parent-teacher meetings to discuss student progress and potential improvements.
- Led small group sessions for enhanced focus on challenging topics.
- Maintained up-to-date records of pupil progress, tracking individual development effectively.
- Provided feedback on pupil's work, identifying areas for improvement.
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips providing safe, supportive environment.
- Improved student engagement by utilising interactive learning techniques.
- Encouraged pupil autonomy through guided independent study initiatives.
- Assisted children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
- Facilitated active learning environments with engaging teaching aids and resources.
- Collaborated with teaching staff in organising school events, fostering community spirit.
- Developed and nurtured excellent relationships with students and staff, enhancing positive learning environments.
- Helped teachers with lesson plan development, class preparation and student mentoring.
- Oversaw students during breaks to maintain safe environment.
- Maintained sensitivity towards students with additional needs, continually improving their development and confidence.
- Tutored students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts from core subjects.
- Provided safe, stimulating classroom environments to maximise student engagement and attainment.
- Prepared engaging, effective learning materials to boost stimulation and encourage further academic interest.
- Cultivated close working relationships with students, teaching staff and parents.
- Supervised students to maintain adherence with health and safety requirements, inside and outside classroom environments.
- Prevented student misbehaviour through constant classroom monitoring and prompt interventions.
- Prepared positive, productive learning environments with engaging wall displays and effective resources.
- Established effective classroom routines by providing high-quality practical support to teaching staff.
- Organised and distributed learning materials, ensuring students received relevant homework, textbooks and classroom supplies.
- Performed administrative activities such as taking attendance, marking assignments and maintaining student records.
- Delivered well-structured one-on-one support sessions to students with learning difficulties to improve test scores.
- Supervised students in wider school environments, offering reliable dining room, library and playground support.
- Boosted academic achievement of special needs students through compassionate, considered individual tutoring.
- Recommended additional materials and resources to improve student skills.
- Helped students explore concepts through challenging assignments and stimulating class discussions.
- Contributed to department and faculty meetings to continuously assess and improve internal practices.
- Tutored students struggling with material, improving understanding and academic performance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts PLUS Post Grad Honours Degree - Education and Psychology
UNISA (University of South Africa)
SOUTH AFRICASkills
- School policy adherence
- Individual education plan development
- Patience and tolerance
- Worksheet preparation
- ICT literate
- Autism strategies
- Team player
- Special needs support
- Positive reinforcement
- Pastoral care
- Child psychology
- Mentoring students
Affiliations
- Reading and Crafting
Languages
English
Native
Afrikaans
Fluent
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
SEND Teaching Assistant
St George's Grammar School
2000.01 - 2016.12
Bachelor of Arts PLUS Post Grad Honours Degree - Education and Psychology
UNISA (University of South Africa)