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Abby Kidney

Frankston,VIC

Summary

I am a focussed and dedicated educator with 5+ years of experience in various roles at Bayside Christian College. This year, I have been involved in curriculum development, namely in creating Spelling, Literacy and Integrated programs. I have demonstrated success in enhancing student's critical thinking and academic performance through differentiated strategies. I have had the opportunity to further developed my skills in parent-teacher communication; and in creating supportive, Christ-centred learning environments.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Primary School Teacher

Bayside Christian College
01.2024 - Current
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents and staff.
  • Provided a warm, supportive, and Christ-centred environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Updated curriculum content to reflect current educational standards and best practices.
  • Enhanced students' critical thinking skills by implementing project-based learning activities and real-world examples into lessons. For example, the Science Fair and Operation Christmas Child initiative.
  • Maintained a positive and professional classroom environment throughout school year.
  • Provided individualized support to struggling students through differentiation.

Kindergarten Assistant

Bayside Christian College
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Assisted in maintaining a safe, nurturing environment that promoted curiosity, exploration, and growth for all students.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with special needs or learning challenges under the guidance of lead teachers and support specialists.
  • Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill-building in literacy, numeracy, motor skills development, and social-emotional growth.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing classroom dynamics or unforeseen circumstances ensuring seamless transitions minimal disruptions learning experiences.

Learning Support Teacher

Bayside Christian College
01.2020 - 01.2023
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop curriculum aligned with state standards, ensuring consistency across grade levels.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioural, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Documented student behaviours, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
  • Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance.

Casual Relief Teacher

Bayside Christian College
02.2022 - 12.2022
  • Implemented effective behavior management strategies, resulting in improved student focus and participation.
  • Developed a positive classroom environment, fostering collaboration and respect among students.
  • Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms.

Kindergarten Teacher

Kirton Point Children's Centre
01.2007 - 06.2007
  • Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
  • Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.

Casual Relief Teacher

St Joseph's Catholic School
11.2006 - 12.2006
  • 3 week teaching contract

Kindergarten Teacher

Kiddywinks Childcare Centre
01.2005 - 08.2006
  • Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
  • Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
  • Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.

Education

Diploma of Nutrition - Nutrition

Australian Institute of Personal Trainers
Online
07.2018

Certificate 4 - Personal Training

Port Lincoln Tafe
Port Lincoln, SA
12.2011

Bachelor of Education - Early Childhood - Early Childhood

Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD
10.2004

Timeline

Primary School Teacher

Bayside Christian College
01.2024 - Current

Kindergarten Assistant

Bayside Christian College
01.2023 - 01.2024

Casual Relief Teacher

Bayside Christian College
02.2022 - 12.2022

Learning Support Teacher

Bayside Christian College
01.2020 - 01.2023

Kindergarten Teacher

Kirton Point Children's Centre
01.2007 - 06.2007

Casual Relief Teacher

St Joseph's Catholic School
11.2006 - 12.2006

Kindergarten Teacher

Kiddywinks Childcare Centre
01.2005 - 08.2006

Diploma of Nutrition - Nutrition

Australian Institute of Personal Trainers

Certificate 4 - Personal Training

Port Lincoln Tafe

Bachelor of Education - Early Childhood - Early Childhood

Queensland University of Technology

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