MICHELLE SALUTA
KILLORGLIN
Summary
Caring Special Needs Assistant supporting pupils with behaviour management, sensory needs and daily learning routines. Builds trusting relationships, promotes independence and keeps classrooms safe, organised and engaging.
Overview
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Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Subtitute Special Needs Assistant
Cullina National School
Beaufort Kerry, irelnd
11.2024 - Current
- Supervised children during activities and play, helping maintain safety and proactively address behavioural problems.
- Assisted special needs students with daily activities to promote independence and improve life skills.
- Encouraged student interaction to develop positive learning and socialisation experiences.
- Prepared indoor and outdoor spaces for recreational activities to support children's physical health and development.
- Supported classroom teacher in managing problem behaviour through redirection tactics and positive behavioural modelling.
- Encouraged students to participate in extracurricular activities to develop social skills and interests.
- Closely monitored student progress to assess areas for development and extra support required.
- Supported the inclusion of SEN students in mainstream classrooms through tailored assistance.
- Supported the transition of students to different educational settings, minimising disruption to learning.
- Enhanced student wellbeing by encouraging health, safety and good behaviour.
- Demonstrated a caring and empathetic approach to supporting emotional and physical needs of students.
- Supervised and supported SEN pupils to complete in-class activities.
- Provided 1:1 assistance to SEN students with behaviour and learning difficulties.
- Quickly built strong, long-lasting relationships with students to obtain extensive knowledge on individual needs and struggles.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to students facing challenges, fostering a positive self-image.
- Assisted in the development of social skills through structured group activities and peer interactions.
- Assisted in adapting classroom environments to be more sensory-friendly for students with sensory processing issues.
- Supported the emotional well-being of SEN students by being an approachable and understanding presence.
- Monitored progress and maintained detailed records of students' achievements and areas for improvement.
- Effectively managed class behaviour through positive reinforcement and explicit instruction.
- Assisted teaching staff with delivering innovative and creative learning strategies for SEN students.
- Provided individual students with personalised educational, behavioural and emotional support.
Subtitute Special Needs Assistant
Gaelscoil Naomh Seamas. Primary school Killorglin
Killorglin Kerry, Ireland
11.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated a caring and empathetic approach to supporting emotional and physical needs of students.
- Supervised children during activities and play, helping maintain safety and proactively address behavioural problems.
- Assisted special needs students with daily activities to promote independence and improve life skills.
- Monitored and recorded progress of SEN students, providing feedback to teachers and parents.
- Supervised and supported SEN pupils to complete in-class activities.
- Provided 1:1 assistance to SEN students with behaviour and learning difficulties.
- Quickly built strong, long-lasting relationships with students to obtain extensive knowledge on individual needs and struggles.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to students facing challenges, fostering a positive self-image.
- Prepared indoor and outdoor spaces for recreational activities to support children's physical health and development.
- Encouraged student interaction to develop positive learning and socialisation experiences.
- Assisted in adapting classroom environments to be more sensory-friendly for students with sensory processing issues.
- Assisted in the development of social skills through structured group activities and peer interactions.
- Supported classroom teacher in managing problem behaviour through redirection tactics and positive behavioural modelling.
- Closely monitored student progress to assess areas for development and extra support required.
- Supported the emotional well-being of SEN students by being an approachable and understanding presence.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop individualised education plans IEPs for students with special educational needs.
- Conducted one-to-one sessions with students requiring extra support in specific areas, improving academic performance.
- Utilised assistive technology and resources to enhance learning experiences for special needs students.
Teacher in a Primary School
Twin Star Learning Center
Bacolod City, Philippines
06.2007 - 03.2011
- Organised classrooms and created displays to encourage positive learning environments.
- Prepared creative teaching materials to motivate and engage students.
- Managed classroom resources effectively, ensuring materials were readily available and utilised efficiently for lesson delivery.
- Communicated children's performance to parents or guardians and recommended ways to address problematic behaviour.
- Enforced good manners through appropriate discipline and behaviour management.
- Set examinations and assignments, marked and graded work and recorded results for performance tracking.
- Identified clear learning objectives and specified teaching methods.
- Discussed child progress and addressed ongoing issues in parent meetings.
- Implemented positive discipline techniques, reducing disruptions and fostering a conducive learning environment.
- Provided one-to-one mentoring for underachieving and struggling pupils.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor pupil progress, providing feedback and tailored support to foster academic growth.
- Upheld school's ideals by treating parents, teachers and students with respect and consideration.
- Fostered a supportive and inclusive classroom environment, promoting positive behaviour and respect among pupils.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social and citizenship skills.
- Attended parents' evenings and provided detailed assessments of their children's progress.
- Encouraged learners to pursue academic goals through motivation, counselling and exemplary leadership.
- Presented subject matter using different teaching methods and illustrated concepts to reinforce comprehension.
- Taught classrooms with up 30 students using proper instructional approaches.
- Guided pupils in the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills, preparing them for future academic challenges.
- Attended professional seminars using knowledge to improve teaching methods and learner comprehension.
- Utilised innovative teaching methods to stimulate learning and maintain high levels of pupil interest and achievement.
- Completed assessment cycles to facilitate development of individualised learning programmes.
- Established open lines of communication with parents and guardians, discussing pupil progress and strategies for improvement.
- Initiated and guided class discussions on complex topics, grouping learners to encourage teamwork.
- Organised trips and extracurricular activities to develop student learning, participation and enjoyment.
- Monitored pupil attendance and followed up on unexplained absences, prioritising welfare and safeguarding responsibilities.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Information Technology
AMA Computer Learning Center
Hong Kong01-2016
bachelor's Degree - Bachelor of Elementary Education
(UNO-R) University Of Negros Occidental-Recoletos
Bacolod city Negros Occidental Philippines01-2004
Skills
- Student assessment
- Behaviour management
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Teaching techniques
- Interactive teaching methods
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Time-management
- Creative thinking
- Student motivation
- Empathy and understanding
- Relationship-building
- Positive mindset
- Patience and resilience
- Special needs support
- Positive behaviour modelling
- Student engagement
- Adaptive problem solving
- Positive attitude
- Behavioural Management
- Self-motivation
Certification
- Driver's licence
- Professional Teacher's Licence
- Parenting course Temperament, Misbehaviours, communication skills, The language of encouragement, Co-operation and Discipline Strategies
- Faculty and training workshop
- Basic Speech Communication and Grammar
- Personality Development
- Seminar-workshop in Sports, Aerobics, Club Gymnastics and Physical Fitness
- Seminar-workshop on Homeroom Management
- Facilitator training
- Seminar-workshop on art Education on Teaching Strategies
- Household Services NCII
Languages
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Hobbies and interests
- Dancing
- Gardening
- Painting
- Flower arrangement
- Landscaping
- Teaching
- Organising events
- Child minding
- Carer
- Mentoring
- Training
- Sports
References
- Leona Twiss - Principal of Cullia National School. Contact Number 0879840129
- Catriona Ni Luasa - Principal of Gaelscoil Noamh Seamas Cont. number 0851926783
- Declan Mangan - Retired Teacher cont. Number 0876386705
Timeline
Subtitute Special Needs Assistant
Cullina National School
11.2024 - Current
Subtitute Special Needs Assistant
Gaelscoil Naomh Seamas. Primary school Killorglin
11.2024 - Current
Teacher in a Primary School
Twin Star Learning Center
06.2007 - 03.2011
Diploma of Higher Education - Information Technology
AMA Computer Learning Center
bachelor's Degree - Bachelor of Elementary Education
(UNO-R) University Of Negros Occidental-Recoletos