Regan Nicholas
Lamma Island
Summary
I'm passionate about creating a positive and enjoyable learning environment for children. At Jockey Club Sarah School, I honed my ability to quickly learn and adapt to various challenges. As a home room EA at Canadian International School, I prioritized student well-being and connected with them on a personal level. Additionally, I arranged creative writing activities for Grade 3 and Year 7 students at South Island Schools and Canadian International School. Alongside my creative pursuits, I've performed as a vocalist at various venues with a group of like-minded musicians who share my belief that work should be enjoyable and fun. My creativity has been a significant asset in all areas of my life, allowing me to build meaningful connections with others.
Overview
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15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Assistant
ESF Kennedy School
Hong Kong
10.2024 - 05.2025
- As an Educational Assistant at Kennedy School, I provide dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 1 student with neurodiverse needs, including Autism and ADHD.
- My primary focus is to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment that promotes his emotional and behavioral growth as he transitions to P2.
- I implement tailored strategies to engage him, utilizing creative activities such as drawing, coloring, timeouts, and fidget tools to help maintain calmness and focus.
- To support and track his development I had to write daily reports on his expected and unexpected behaviors, emotions and the work completed for a weekly review.
- This helped to support his integration into more frequent and longer days during my period of working with him.
- I customize learning experiences based on the student's interests and strengths, empowering him to make choices in his educational journey.
- Establishing clear boundaries and expectations is essential for creating a safe, structured environment conducive to learning.
- I also collaborate with small groups of students on projects, such as using Garage Band to write and produce original music, which enhances their confidence and communication skills.
- Additionally, I have worked one-on-one with a student who found writing challenging; by incorporating my music skills, we wrote raps together, which he really enjoyed and eventually led him to write more over time.
- Furthermore, I participate in the Inclusion Team, providing support in small Year 2 reading groups and one-on-one math assistance to a Year 6 student, fostering a collaborative learning atmosphere.
- My experience with diverse learners allows me to witness their progress and celebrate their growth in learning.
Home Room EA
Canadian International School
Hong Kong
08.2018 - 06.2023
- As a Grade 3 Home Room Educational Assistant (EA), I played a critical role in supporting students' academic and emotional growth.
- My responsibilities included administrative duties for class trips and lesson planning, managing student behavior, and promoting student well-being.
- I also led small group projects and assisted with reading development.
- As a substitute teacher, I ensured continuity of education in the absence of the regular teacher.
Full Time Parent Funded EA
Jockey Club Sarah Roe School
Hong Kong
06.2014 - 05.2018
- For the past three years, I have had the privilege of working one-on-one with a 14-year-old student with Autism.
- This student exhibits several behaviors that include difficulty with speech, lack of eye contact, obsessive-compulsive behavior, difficulty waiting, and occasional agitated behavior that requires the use of Tech Teach techniques.
- Throughout my time working with this student, I have successfully implemented a variety of techniques to improve their behavior.
- We have used strategies such as exercise, token boards, teach station, social stories created with Sym Writer, iPad, basketball, and timeout.
- By using these techniques and reinforcement strategies, we have seen tremendous improvements in the behaviors mentioned earlier.
Supply Education Assistant
Kellett Primary (Pok Fu Lam)
Hong Kong
10.2012 - 12.2013
- In my role as a supply EA, I am available at short notice to fill in for TA,s who are absent due to sickness.
- My responsibilities include assisting the teacher with lessons, primarily in math and English.
- In addition to classroom support, I also perform lunchtime monitoring and organize worksheets for upcoming lessons.
- Despite the unpredictable nature of the job, I find it highly rewarding to be able to provide support to both teachers and students when they need it most.
Part Time Education Assistant
South Island School
Hong Kong
01.2010 - 09.2012
- For two years, I had the pleasure of working at South Island School, where I encountered a fulfilling challenge.
- Coming from a music and fashion background, I worked with students who had specific learning diversity, ranging from level adjustment 2-4.
- My responsibilities included working one-on-one with learning diversity students within the classroom, as well as working with small groups during learning support lessons.
- Additionally, I led small music and PE sessions.
- The experience was highly rewarding, and it allowed me to develop my skills in working with a diverse group of students with unique needs.
Education
C.S.E - History, Maths, English O' level Art
Cardinal Manning Boys School
City of London07.1982
First Aid Trained -
American Heart Association
02.2025
Skills
- Time Management
- Creativity
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Behavior Management Skills
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
Languages
English
Custom
- Songwriting
- Music Production
- Boxing
- Radio Broadcasting
Timeline
Educational Assistant
ESF Kennedy School
10.2024 - 05.2025
Home Room EA
Canadian International School
08.2018 - 06.2023
Full Time Parent Funded EA
Jockey Club Sarah Roe School
06.2014 - 05.2018
Supply Education Assistant
Kellett Primary (Pok Fu Lam)
10.2012 - 12.2013
Part Time Education Assistant
South Island School
01.2010 - 09.2012
C.S.E - History, Maths, English O' level Art
Cardinal Manning Boys School
First Aid Trained -
American Heart Association