Ann Valmadre
Caboolture,QLD
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Visual Art and English Teacher
CABOOLTURE STATE HIGH SCHOOL
01.2014 - Current
- Resourcing and equipping the 7-12 Studios including management of ordering, storing equipment and materials
- Collaboratively writing and implementing a new Visual Art program for Years 7-10 and for Year 11-12 Visual Arts in Practice
- Teaching General Art to Senior classes
- Teaching Middle School English.
Visual Arts, English, Computer Studies, Graphic Design, Drama, Film and Television Teacher
THE GAP STATE HIGH SCHOOL
01.2001 - 10.2009
- Visual Arts to Years 8 – 10
- English to Years 8 – 10
- English Communication to Years 11 – 12
- Computer Studies to Years 8 – 10
- Graphic Design to Year 10
- Drama to Year 10
- Film and Television to Year 11 – 12.
Visual Arts, English Teacher
DECEPTION BAY STATE HIGH SCHOOL
01.1997 - 12.2000
- Visual Arts to Years 8 – 10
- Visual Arts to Year 11 – 12
- Visual Art in Practice 11 -12
- English to Years 8 – 10.
Education
Graduate Diploma of Education -
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD01.1996
Bachelor of Visual Art -
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD01.1991
Skills
- Specialist Art Teacher experienced in working with students across Middle and Senior Years spectrum Adept at planning and implementing quality programs that provides deep and coherent cross-curricular learning
- Strong interpersonal skills with a collegial and professional manner, working well individually and as a team member to provide fully differentiated curriculum delivery and optimum outcomes for all learners
- Excellent organisational skills developed through the professional practice of teaching across many year levels to large volumes of students These skills include effective administrative practice, good communication, effective resource management, teamwork and time management
- Outstanding behaviour management developed through teaching in a practical subject requiring effective routines and logical classroom rules I have taught across many year levels and am highly perceptive and adaptable to meeting student learning requirements My passion for teaching and learning inspires confident student engagement, promoting positive learning dispositions and behaviour
- Highly adaptable and flexible professional: I have worked in a range of educational settings in various roles and enjoy the challenge of learning new systems
Qct Registration
774859
Teaching Philosophy
Dedicated and passionate visual art educator with a proven track record of fostering creativity and artistic development in students. With a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts and over 20 years of teaching experience, I bring a dynamic and innovative approach to the classroom. My curriculum integrates traditional techniques with contemporary practices, ensuring a well-rounded and engaging learning experience. Recognized for cultivating a supportive and inclusive environment, I am adept at tailoring lessons to diverse learning styles. Committed to inspiring the next generation of artists, I leverage my own artistic practice to instil a genuine love for the visual arts in my students.
Professional Development
- Mandatory All-Staff Training (MAST) program
- CARA Refresher
- Chemical Management
- Asbestos Awareness
- Student Protection
- ADHD Regional Professional Development
References
Ms Jessica Dann, Head of Department – The Arts, Caboolture State High School, Lee Street, Caboolture, QLD, 4510, 07 5498 0236, jdann7@eq.edu.au Mrs Zoe Donaghey, Head of Department (Acting) – The Arts, Caboolture State High School, Lee Street, Caboolture, QLD, 4510, 07 5498 0236, Zxdon0@eq.edu.au
Timeline
Visual Art and English Teacher
CABOOLTURE STATE HIGH SCHOOL
01.2014 - Current
Visual Arts, English, Computer Studies, Graphic Design, Drama, Film and Television Teacher
THE GAP STATE HIGH SCHOOL
01.2001 - 10.2009
Visual Arts, English Teacher
DECEPTION BAY STATE HIGH SCHOOL
01.1997 - 12.2000
Graduate Diploma of Education -
Queensland University of Technology
Bachelor of Visual Art -
James Cook University
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