Olivia Edge-Partington
Summary
To secure a position as a teacher candidate to further my knowledge as an educator and gain teaching experience, to help me become a certified teacher.
Passionate Teaching Assistant offering an eight-year background working with elementary and middle school students. Skilled in assisting teachers with classroom functions, lesson planning, and individual and group instruction. Talented in using various strategies to model positive behaviour and maintain classroom management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Education Assistant
Surrey Schools
11.2017 - Current
- During this time, I have observed numerous teaching styles and approaches to supporting all students to learn to be successful
- In being responsible for implementing specific behavioural strategies, I have learned how to help students manage their social and emotional needs
- I have also supported the integration of students with specific learning needs into the classroom by following the goals and objectives of their individualized programs
- Documented student behaviours, interventions, and outcomes to enable the teachers to address pertinent issues.
- Working with classroom and Integration Support Teachers has served to enhance my skills in working collaboratively with others
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on the latest teaching strategies and tools available to enhance student success.
- Provided individualized support for students, addressing their unique academic needs and helping them reach their full potential.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Supported teachers in maintaining a safe learning environment by monitoring student behavior during class transitions and extracurricular activities.
Waitress
Browns Social House
09.2018 - Current
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with team members to consistently provide efficient service during peak hours.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
Education Assistant
Delta School District
09.2016 - 10.2017
- Prior to working in the Surrey School District, I was and EA on the spare board in the Delta School District
- Being on the spare board afforded me the opportunity to work in a variety of schools supporting students being integrated into different classrooms
- By working in different schools, I observed a wide range of school cultures and how schools focus on helping students be successful
Education
Undergraduate Degree - Integrated Studies - General Studies
University of The Fraser Valley
Abbotsford, BC04-2025
Associate of Arts - Arts
Douglas College
New Westminster, BC08-2023
Delta Teaching Assistant Certificate -
Delta School District
06.2016
Skills
- Supporting the integration of students with diverse needs
- Collaboratively planning
- Implementing behaviour strategies
- Creating daily schedules
- Data tracking
- Managing multiple tasks
- Creativity and innovation
- Providing student-specific teaching strategies
- Behaviour management
- Working in a team environment
- Strong multitasking
- Student safety
Contact - Morgan Elementary
604-531-8426
Certification
- POPARD (Autism Program)
- POPFASD (Fetal Alcohol Program)
- Low Arousal Training (Current and up to date)
Timeline
Waitress
Browns Social House
09.2018 - Current
Education Assistant
Surrey Schools
11.2017 - Current
Education Assistant
Delta School District
09.2016 - 10.2017
Undergraduate Degree - Integrated Studies - General Studies
University of The Fraser Valley
Associate of Arts - Arts
Douglas College
Delta Teaching Assistant Certificate -
Delta School District
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