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Education
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Certification
REFEREES
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Amanda Evans

Murrumbeena,VIC

Summary

As an educator I believe we are lifelong learners. To be a teacher involves a reciprocal process of being both learner and teacher concurrently. One of my main objectives is to stimulate students’ curiosity, thoughts and opinions as they learn about the world around them. I support my students to enjoy learning as a meaningful and purposeful journey that is continually evolving. I believe that students learn best and experience success when they feel safe and are given the opportunity to explore new ideas, have fun and are empowered by their choices. I want my students to know that making mistakes is an integral part of learning and developing as a well-rounded person. This is a philosophy I apply to my own life. I believe that students thrive in a positive and collaborative environment where they realise that they can learn from their peers as well as their teachers. Students need to feel that their feedback is valued, this is critical for me as a teacher so I can align my teaching to meet their needs.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Classroom Teacher and Senior Literacy Leader

Stella Maris
Beaumaris, VIC
01.2004 - 12.2021
  • Supported and guided teachers with curriculum and data in English as Senior Literacy Leader
  • Assisted and supported staff to develop explicit short and long term goals based on student needs in mathematics as Junior Numeracy Leader in 2019
  • Presented LFIN (Learning Framework In Number) Professional Development to other educators as part of a collaborative team
  • Initiated Stella Maris Kidpreneur (Financial Literacy) to introduce economics with Year 6 students
  • Planned and organised Year 6 school camps, buddy and graduation programs
  • Developed and implemented sustainability projects with Year 6 students which were recognised as a finalist in the 2016 Resource Smart Schools Awards
  • Supported and assisted a Year 6 Leadership program
  • Liaised with secondary colleges for transitional programs
  • Assessed student portfolios and provided explicit feedback
  • Use of Growth Mindset and graphic organisers, Blooms Taxonomy, Multiple Intelligences, Habits of Mind and visible thinking routines such as See, Think and Wonder
  • Supported student led conferences
  • Evaluating regular Fontas & Penell running records and comprehension
  • Implemented technology as an integral part of daily practise and student engagement
  • Use of multimedia apps and resources such as Kahoot!, Padlet, iMovie and Google suite
  • Developed lessons, activities and materials to cover all required course material
  • Administered summative and formative assessments and other assignments to gauge students' learning and knowledge of concepts taught such as pre and post tests
  • Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels
  • Established and communicated clear learning objectives to foster student progress and academic performance
  • Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing positive behaviour and relationship-building actions
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators
  • Liaised with team of professionals to implement comprehensive educational action plans for special needs and at-risk students
  • Tracked attendance, assignments, grades and class participation for all students
  • Organised sacramental programs and masses such as Reconcilition and Confirmation, prepared class liturgies
  • Developed and implemented a new ICT learning curriculum for P – 6 that incorporated multimedia programs and resources as ICT Leader
  • Mentored ICT technician to support teachers with the delivery of the ICT curriculum as ICT Leader
  • Liaised with ICT technicians about educational relevance and purchases of educational hardware and software as ICT Leader
  • Green / Sustainability Team Member – litter audits, water audits, developed sustainability policy
  • Community initiatives such as setting up a Buddy Bench, finger knitted wrap for the Friendship Tree, potting succulents to support student fundraising for MND, helped maintain and plant Stella Veggie Patch
  • Mentored student and graduate teachers

Classroom Teacher

Kingsley Park
Frankston, VIC
02.2003 - 12.2003
  • Volunteered as a judge and school representative for Maths Talent Quest.
  • Worked collaboratively in a learning team module.
  • Choreographed class assembly, school concert items and was part of the Wakakirri production team.

Classroom Teacher

Stebon Primary
East London, United Kingdom
02.2002 - 12.2002
  • Introduced Whole – Small – Whole approach to staff
  • Delivered and taught with multi-media technology
  • Ran a weekly Booster class for Numeracy and Literacy

Classroom Teacher

St. Paul's Catholic Primary School
Bentleigh, VIC
01.2000 - 01.2002
  • Staff Representative for the Education Board
  • Art Teacher for Grade 2 classes

Classroom Teacher

St. Mary's
Mansfield, VIC
01.1998 - 01.2000
  • Successfully ran Parent Workshops for the Confirmation Sacramental Program
  • Prepared and conducted annual class play and Christmas concerts
  • Planned and organised school camps
  • Liaised with secondary colleges for transitional programs

Education

Bachelor of Teaching -

Australian Catholic University
Melbourne
01.1998

Bachelor of Arts -

Australian Catholic University
Melbourne
01.1998

Skills

  • Engage and inspire children to enjoy learning
  • Effective classroom management
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with all members of the school community
  • Conflict resolution using Restorative Practices
  • Ability to effectively work in a team and provide leadership
  • Multimedia integration
  • Critical thinking
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Lead and engage staff in current pedagogical practice

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

  • Grammar In Context
  • Bounce Back
  • P-6 Learning & Teaching Writing Cycle Workshop
  • LFIN (Learning Framework In Number) Collective workshops
  • Targeted Support in Number Workshops
  • Child Safety and Wellbeing
  • Mathematical Understandings and Strategies Key Ideas with Jo Pringle and Jan Walker
  • Phonics in Context with David Hornsby
  • SMART Spelling and THRASS
  • Seven Steps Writing
  • The Resilience Project
  • Writers Notebook
  • Why Differentiation with Technology Matters

Certification

  • International Baccalaureate PYP Category 1 workshop
  • Anaphylaxis and Asthma training updated annually
  • First Aid training annually
  • Mandatory Reporting certificate updated annually

REFEREES

Mr Yvan Frederic

Principal

Stella Maris Catholic Primary School

Mob: 0407 849 484

Email: principal@smbeaumaris.catholic.edu.au

Robert Horwood

Principal

St. Leonard’s Catholic Primary School

Mob: 0430 551 360

Email: principal@leonardsgwav.catholic.edu.au

Larissa Hoepfner

Learning Strategies Teacher

Melbourne Grammar School - Grimwade House

Mob: 0420 608 897

Email:lnhoepfner@mgs.vic.edu.au

Timeline

Classroom Teacher and Senior Literacy Leader

Stella Maris
01.2004 - 12.2021

Classroom Teacher

Kingsley Park
02.2003 - 12.2003

Classroom Teacher

Stebon Primary
02.2002 - 12.2002

Classroom Teacher

St. Paul's Catholic Primary School
01.2000 - 01.2002

Classroom Teacher

St. Mary's
01.1998 - 01.2000

Bachelor of Teaching -

Australian Catholic University

Bachelor of Arts -

Australian Catholic University

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