Claudia Mirazi
Manchester ,Lancashire
Summary
Focused and motivated team-player with impressive track record in collaborative, cross-functional teamwork within high-pressure environments. Adept at project planning and managing multiple projects at different levels.
Organised and dependable person with 20 years of experience, working with children of all ages in different settings. Successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude and meeting deadlines. Willing to take on greater responsibilities to meet company and team goals.
Takes on challenging new roles harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Teaching assistant in primary school
Co-op Academy New Islington
Manchester, Lancashire
04.2019 - Current
- Fostered positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues to create a supportive educational atmosphere.
- Created positive, engaging learning environments to improve student experiences.
- Offered support to special needs students, guaranteeing safety and access to equitable learning.
- Managed challenging child behaviour, running interventions to raise concerns and recommend appropriate action.
- Developed and maintained positive, impactful relationships with students, facilitating improved learning outcomes.
- Aided improvements in educational, emotional and social development.
Full time mother
Self-employed
Manchester, Lancashire
08.2011 - 04.2019
- Oversaw daily operations to achieve high productivity levels.
- Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.
- Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Cleaned work areas and equipment to maintain faultless hygiene standards.
- Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Residential care worker
Cheshire East Council
Crewe, Cheshire East
08.2009 - 08.2011
- Formed trusting relationships with children, working flexibly to adapt to changing and challenging individual needs.
- Facilitated recreational activities for enhanced emotional well-being.
- Carried out administrative tasks, ensuring smooth running of operations on the floor.
- Provided 1:1 support, guiding young people in addressing past and present difficulties.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of residential childcare policy, practice and legislation to support compliance.
- Exhibited unconditional positive regard to assist children in building self-worth and confidence.
- Empowered young individuals to advocate for needs, agency and autonomy.
- Created social and educational opportunities to help children build life skills and develop personal interests.
- Enforced policies, legislation and children's home regulations to support quality care.
- Drafted reports detailing progress, challenges and recommended interventions.
- Advocated for child rights and needs in professional meetings and panels.
- Educated young individuals in emotional attunement and coping skills to navigate stressful environments and situations.
- Planned and supervised interventions for children with complex needs, addressing issues and proposing solutions.
Music Project Manager
The Musical Works
Sheffield , South Yorkshire
06.2005 - 07.2009
- Developed comprehensive project plans for successful execution and delivery.
- Delivered high-quality results whilst adhering to strict deadlines and budget constraints.
- Managed budgets diligently, controlled unnecessary expenditure on projects.
- Ensured effective resource allocation with meticulous project scheduling.
- Planned staff and resources within business budgets for minimised expenditure.
- Delivered products and services in line with agreed arrangements and contracts.
- Managed contract negotiations between clients, seeking mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Negotiated contract terms for maximised client benefit and profit.
- Updated databases with current client, contract and service agreements.
- Established and nurtured key business contacts to maximise client exposure.
- Built productive client networks to maximise sales and marketing possibilities.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work / Social Pedagogy
University of Applied Sciences Zittau/Goerlitz (Germany)
Zittau/Goerlitz /Germany 09.1998 - 07.2002
Master of Arts - Music
The University of Sheffield
Sheffield07-2005
Skills
Adaptable interpersonal and pro-active communication skills
excellent planning and organisational skills
experienced behaviour management, de-escalation and problem-solving techniques
Learning disabilities knowledge
Resilience and perseverance
trained in child protection and safeguarding
passionate to support children reach their potential in the performing arts
Timeline
Teaching assistant in primary school
Co-op Academy New Islington
04.2019 - Current
Full time mother
Self-employed
08.2011 - 04.2019
Residential care worker
Cheshire East Council
08.2009 - 08.2011
Music Project Manager
The Musical Works
06.2005 - 07.2009
Master of Arts - Social Work / Social Pedagogy
University of Applied Sciences Zittau/Goerlitz (Germany)
09.1998 - 07.2002
Master of Arts - Music
The University of Sheffield