Kayaking
Walking trails in national parks and nature reserves
Amanda McKenzie
Chermside West,QLD
Summary
As an educator, I bring experience in creating dynamic and inclusive learning experiences. I strive to engage students and cultivate a positive learning environment. I believe in strong collaboration and flexibility, ensuring smooth adaptation to evolving educational needs. I am skilled in curriculum development and classroom management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Strathpine West State School
01.2019 - Current
- Used differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs
- Delivered engaging, curriculum-aligned programs
- Embedded the Promoting Literacy Development (PLD) literacy program into the classroom to deliver differentiated and targeted spelling, decoding and vocabulary instruction
- Engaged in ongoing professional development
- Organised excursions and incursions to support social growth
- Maintained effective classroom management aligned with the school's behaviour matrix and expectations.
- Contributed to extra-curricular activities (Gala Days, fundraising event, camps)
- Fostered strong parent relationships through regular communication
- Assessed student progress and adapted teaching accordingly
Classroom Teacher
Morayfield State School
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Enhanced student understanding through varied, differentiated teaching strategies
- Collaborated on cross-curricular planning to deepen interdisciplinary learning
- Embedded the PBL framework to foster a positive, goal-focused classroom culture
- Engaged with students, families, and leadership to address academic and behavioural needs
Student Teacher- TECE Program
Morayfield State School
03.2017 - 12.2017
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Planned detailed unit and lesson plans to meet all student learning needs.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
Education
Master of Teaching -
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD11-2017
Bachelor of Nursing -
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD11-2002
Skills
- Inclusive teaching
- Excursion planning
- Differentiated planning and instruction
- Parent-teacher communication
Interests
References
Therese Dixon
Principal - Strathpine West State School
(07) 3480 6111
tdixo13@eq.edu.au
Renate Schultz
Deputy Principal - Strathpine West State School
(07) 3480 6111
rschu64@eq.edu.au
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
Strathpine West State School
01.2019 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Morayfield State School
01.2018 - 12.2018
Student Teacher- TECE Program
Morayfield State School
03.2017 - 12.2017
Master of Teaching -
Queensland University of Technology
Bachelor of Nursing -
Queensland University of Technology
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