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Amber Savage

Langley

Summary

Qualified, and dedicated education assistant with solid background in supporting educational environments. Successfully contributed to classroom management and student engagement in previous roles. Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Educational Assistant

Surrey School District #36
10.2021 - Current
  • Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
  • Supported students with diverse learning needs through individualized attention and guidance.
  • Collaborated with educators to create a positive learning environment for all students.
  • Managed classroom materials and resources to ensure availability for instructional use.
  • Observed student behavior and provided feedback to support their social-emotional development.
  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
  • Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decisionmaking.

Private Respite Provider

Private Care
01.2017 - 09.2021

Provided respite for one individual with developmental disabilities for the past 4 years. Ensured a comfortable safe, caring, fun and nurturing environment.

Education Assistant

Courtenay School District #71
09.2005 - 09.2021
  • Coordinated communication between teachers and parents, ensuring consistent student support.
  • Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
  • Developed and implemented an inclusive cooking program tailored for students with different ability's , promoting teamwork, communication, and life skills through hands-on culinary activities.

Educational Assistant

School District #38 Richmond
09.1993 - 06.1996

Provided support to students in an elementary school.

  • Assisted in classroom management, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
  • Supported educators in implementing individualized learning plans for diverse student needs.
  • Monitored student progress, providing feedback to enhance academic performance and motivation.

Education

High School Diploma -

South Delta Senior Secondary
Tsawassen
06-1990

Diploma - Caregiver To Children With Special Needs Training

Care Concepts Training Institute
Burnaby, BC
09-1993

Award of Merit - Proactive Society One To One Training Program

Proactive Community Services
Richmond, BC
10-1993

Certificate - Computers For Challenged Students

Kwantlen College
Richmond, BC
10-1993

Challenging Behaviour -

Simon Fraser University
Vancouver Bc
04-1995

Certificate - Introduction To Autism Spectrum Disorders

Popard
Delta, BC
02-2025

Skills

  • Effective Communication: Skilled in clear, compassionate communication with students, educators, and families
  • Adaptability: Flexible in modifying teaching methods and classroom approaches to accommodate diverse leaning styles and behaviors
  • Behavior Management: Proficient in encouraging positive behavior and managing classroom dynamics with calm and consistent strategies

Languages

English

Timeline

Educational Assistant

Surrey School District #36
10.2021 - Current

Private Respite Provider

Private Care
01.2017 - 09.2021

Education Assistant

Courtenay School District #71
09.2005 - 09.2021

Educational Assistant

School District #38 Richmond
09.1993 - 06.1996

High School Diploma -

South Delta Senior Secondary

Diploma - Caregiver To Children With Special Needs Training

Care Concepts Training Institute

Award of Merit - Proactive Society One To One Training Program

Proactive Community Services

Certificate - Computers For Challenged Students

Kwantlen College

Challenging Behaviour -

Simon Fraser University

Certificate - Introduction To Autism Spectrum Disorders

Popard
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