Noelle Cahill
Limerick
Summary
A dedicated and compassionate special needs assistant and childcare professional, with experience supporting children with Autism spectrum Disorder and other developmental needs. As a psychology student, I bring both a compassionate approach and experience-based understanding to create inclusive, supportive environments. My qualifications in Early Learning and Care and Special Needs Assisting, combined with hands-on experience, enable me to effectively assist, encourage, and advocate for each child's unique potential.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Trainee
Silver Apples
Limerick
09.2022 - 02.2024
- Read stories to children, facilitating discussions.
- Guided proper hygiene practices during meals.
- Sanitized toys and surfaces, ensuring cleanliness.
- Prepared child-friendly meals catering to specific dietary needs.
Special Needs Volunteer
St Vincent's School
Limerick
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Encouraged students using positive reinforcement.
- Supervised classrooms, schoolyards, and cafeterias.
- Supported neurodiverse students in completing classwork.
Support Volunteer
ASD Ireland
Limerick
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Worked with volunteers to devise successful strategies.
- Offered comfort to individuals seeking support.
- Welcomed visitors and provided directions.
- Executed tasks under supervisory guidance within allotted time.
Education
Bachelors Degree - Applied Psychology
Technological University of The Shannon
Limerick09-2027
Level 6 - Special Needs Assisting
College of FET
Limerick07-2023
Level 5 Certificate - Early Learning And Child Care
Limerick College of Further Education
Limerick05-2022
5 - Special Needs Assisting
College of FET
Limerick01-2022
Skills
- Workplace Safety Awareness
- Experience With Special Needs
- Secure Confidentiality Protocols
- Effective Multitasking
- Effective Time Management
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Hygiene practices
- Nutrition management
Affiliations
- Reading
- Walking
- Journalling
- Yoga
- Mindfulness
Certification
- Level 8 Applied Psychology 2023 2027
- Major Award QQI Level 5 Early Learning and Care
- Minor Award QQI Level 5 & 6 Special Needs Assisitng
Accomplishments
- Tusla Childcare Safeguarding
- Samaritans Safeguarding
- HSE Suicide Prevention Training
- Continuing Professional Development Certificate
- Koru Mindfulness Training Certificate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Needs Volunteer
St Vincent's School
03.2023 - 05.2023
Childcare Trainee
Silver Apples
09.2022 - 02.2024
Support Volunteer
ASD Ireland
09.2022 - 04.2023
Bachelors Degree - Applied Psychology
Technological University of The Shannon
Level 6 - Special Needs Assisting
College of FET
Level 5 Certificate - Early Learning And Child Care
Limerick College of Further Education
5 - Special Needs Assisting
College of FET
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