- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Swimming
- Yoga
- Pilates
- Mindfulness Practices
- Music
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
- Drawing and Painting
Aimee Rooney
Primary Teacher
Launceston,TAS
Summary
Professional educator with strong background in fostering student growth and engagement. Skilled in classroom management, individualized instruction, and implementing educational strategies to support diverse learning needs. Focused on collaboration and achieving measurable results, adaptable to dynamic classroom environments. Trusted for reliability and effective teamwork.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Teacher, Grades 3-6
Catholic Education Tasmania
06.2019 - Current
- Established routines and procedures that maximized time spent on instruction while minimising classroom disruptions.
- Implemented various instructional strategies including project-based learning, inquiry-based instruction, and authentic assessment methods to engage all learners effectively.
- Delivered personalised educational, behavioural, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Documented student behaviours, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Organized extracurricular events such as field trips and guest speakers to provide enriching experiences beyond the standard curriculum.
- Increased parent involvement through consistent communication, establishing positive relationships with families.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by consistently enforcing classroom rules and expectations while fostering mutual respect among students.
- Utilised formative assessments to monitor student progress regularly, adjusting instructional strategies as needed for optimal results.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices, incorporating new ideas into the curriculum accordingly.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management strategies and effective teaching methods.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary units that connected multiple subjects, enhancing overall student understanding.
- Improved student comprehension by utilising differentiated instruction techniques and adapting lesson plans to suit individual needs.
- Enhanced collaboration among students by implementing group projects and cooperative learning activities.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioural and academic issues.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Classroom Teacher, Grades 1 and 2
Catholic Education Tasmania
01.2013 - 06.2019
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established clear expectations for behaviour and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
- Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
- Planned lessons, activities and excursions to cover all required course materials
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments, allowing students to learn from mistakes and improve their performance.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, increasing students' understanding of how subjects interconnect.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimise student education.
Assistant Principal, Religious Education
Catholic Education Tasmani
01.2010 - 02.2012
- Partnered with principal to successfully administer Religious Education pedagogies, curriculum, events, school Masses and Liturgies in alignment with St Thomas More's Catholic School's vision and goals.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Mentored new teachers in navigating their roles within the school system effectively.
- Actively participated in district-level meetings to contribute insights on policies affecting schools within the district.
- Built strong relationships with local community organisations for outreach efforts supporting both student learning and school reputation.
- Led meetings to convey current Religious Education practices and pedagogies, gather feedback, and reflect on school-wide events and traditions.
- Assisted the Principal and Assistant Principal: Teaching and Learning in staff recruitment and hiring processes, ensuring selection of highly qualified educational professionals.
- Supported a positive school culture through the implementation of our school-wide Positive Behaviour Support system
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Took part in a "Future Leaders" coaching and learning team with other emerging leaders and various mentors from Catholic Education, Tasmania
Classroom Teacher, Grade 4
Catholic Education Tasmania
01.2009 - 02.2012
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established clear expectations for behaviour and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
- Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
- Planned lessons, activities and excursions to cover all required course material.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilising diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments, allowing students to learn from mistakes and improve their performance.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, increasing students' understanding of how subjects interconnect.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Mentored new teachers entering the profession and provided constructive feedback on their teaching methods, promoting growth within the school community.
Classroom Teacher, Grades 5 and 6
Catholic Education Tasmania
01.2004 - 12.2008
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established clear expectations for behaviour and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child's education.
- Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
- Planned lessons, activities and excursions to cover all required course material.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilising diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments, allowing students to learn from mistakes and improve their performance.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, increasing students' understanding of how subjects interconnect.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behaviour.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Organised and attended annual leadership camps.
- Responsible for the teaching and implementation of various MJR initiatives within the school, as well as other local Catholic Primary schools.
Specialist Teacher, The Arts and Classroom Teacher
Department Of Education
11.2002 - 12.2003
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behaviour to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
- Plan, teach and assess the drama curriculum for Grades Prep- 6.
- Initiated and directed a major end of year show for Grade 6 students which was performed for the whole school community, including parents and families.
Education
Mini-Certificate - Gifted Education
University of New South Wales
Sydney, NSW09-2021
Graduate Certificate - Religious Education
Australian Catholic University
Canberra, ACT12-2010
Bachelor of Teaching - Primary School Education
University of Tasmania
Launceston, TAS12-2002
Bachelor of Performing Arts -
University of Tasmania
TAS12-1998
Grade 7-12 -
St Patrick's College
Launceston, TAS12-1995
Grade 3-6 - Primary School Education
Larmenier Catholic Primary School
Launceston, TAS12-1989
Kindergarten- Grade 2 - Primary School Education
St Aloysius Catholic Primary School
Kingston Beach, TAS12-1985
Skills
- Classroom management and organisation
- Collaborative teamwork
- Adaptive learning tools
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Positive behaviour support
- Provide support to Teacher Assistants
- Data-driven decision making
- Teacher support
- Documentation
- Activity planning
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Family
Growing up in Hobart, then Launceston, I come from a strong Catholic Tasmanian family, one of six children and raised by Sue and Dale Luck who instilled in us the importance of spirituality, kindness, integrity and positive communication.
I am now the proud mother of two children, Marlon (12) and Nina (8) Rooney and am married to my husband of almost 18 years, Clinton Rooney, who has been a Team Manager at Westpac for 25 years.
We enjoy spending time in the beautiful natural surrounds of Tasmania, going on adventures with our two dogs and spending our school holidays at the family shack in Bridport.
Interests
Work Preference
Work Type
Part TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Work-life balancePersonal development programsPaid sick leave4-day work weekCompany CultureCareer advancementTimeline
Support Teacher, Grades 3-6
Catholic Education Tasmania
06.2019 - Current
Classroom Teacher, Grades 1 and 2
Catholic Education Tasmania
01.2013 - 06.2019
Assistant Principal, Religious Education
Catholic Education Tasmani
01.2010 - 02.2012
Classroom Teacher, Grade 4
Catholic Education Tasmania
01.2009 - 02.2012
Classroom Teacher, Grades 5 and 6
Catholic Education Tasmania
01.2004 - 12.2008
Specialist Teacher, The Arts and Classroom Teacher
Department Of Education
11.2002 - 12.2003
Mini-Certificate - Gifted Education
University of New South Wales
Graduate Certificate - Religious Education
Australian Catholic University
Bachelor of Teaching - Primary School Education
University of Tasmania
Bachelor of Performing Arts -
University of Tasmania
Grade 7-12 -
St Patrick's College
Grade 3-6 - Primary School Education
Larmenier Catholic Primary School
Kindergarten- Grade 2 - Primary School Education
St Aloysius Catholic Primary School
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