Harkirat Lalli
Vancouver
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Education Assistant with hands-on experience from a 2-month practicum at Sexsmith Elementary. Skilled in supporting students with diverse needs, including autism and ADHD, and using visual prompts and positive reinforcement. A reliable team player who communicates well and is passionate about helping all students succeed.
Overview
2024
2024
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Assistant practicum
Vancouver School Board – Sexsmith Elementary School
Vancouver
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Worked One-on-One with students to support learning and behavior.
- Supported students with diverse needs such as autism and ADHD.
- Assisted students in staying focused and following routines.
- Helped students manage emotional regulation (e.g., calming techniques, breaks).
- Helped with transitions between activities.
- Encouraged independence (e.g., reminding students to unpack their backpacks on their own).
- Reinforced what the teacher taught by repeating instructions or guiding tasks.
- Helped students with social skills (e.g., turn-taking, sharing, asking for help).
- Used positive reinforcement and visual prompts.
- Ensured safety in the classroom, hallways, and playground.
- Helped students with personal care if needed (e.g., handwashing, snack time).
- Supervised students during recess, lunch, arrival, and dismissal.
- Communicated with the classroom teacher and EA team.
- Followed directions from the classroom teacher and resource team.
- Maintained student confidentiality and professional behaviour.
Education
John Oliver Secondary School
Vancouver, BCSome College (No Degree) - Education Assistant - Diploma
Sprott Shaw College
New Westminster, BC 04.2024 - 06.2025
Skills
- One-on-One student support
- Helping students with emotional regulation
- Supporting students with diverse needs
- Encouraging student independence
- Assisting with classroom routines and transitions
- Using positive reinforcement and visual prompts
- Supervising students safety during breaks and transitions
- Effective communication and team collaboration
Languages
English
First Language
Certification
- Food Safety 2024 for Food Handlers – Knowledgeware Communications Corp.
July 2024 - First Aid & CPR/AED Level C – Canadian Red Cross
July 2024 - Provincial Violence Prevention Curriculum – SafeCare BC
July 2024 - Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) in the Context of COVID-19 – World Health Organization
July 2024 - Anaphylaxis in Schools: What Educators Need to Know – AllergyAware.ca
July 2024 - EpiPen 101 Training Program – EpiPen101.ca
July 2024 (Valid until July 2025)
Timeline
Educational Assistant practicum
Vancouver School Board – Sexsmith Elementary School
03.2025 - 05.2025
Some College (No Degree) - Education Assistant - Diploma
Sprott Shaw College
04.2024 - 06.2025
John Oliver Secondary School
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