Anna Dillon
Balmain,NSW
Summary
Accomplished and energetic educator with diverse experience in experiential learning and inquiry-based pedagogy. Proficient in growing relationships with all stakeholders and always displaying a friendly, professional demeanour. Fast learner and leader with capacity to constantly adapt with proven experience of growing capacity in year level expectations. Results-driven professional with track record of effective stakeholder advocacy and support. Experienced in conducting thorough assessments and creating individualised care plans and complaint management. Collaborates seamlessly with multidisciplinary teams and adapts to dynamic situations to ensure optimal outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Primary Education Teacher
Lindfield Learning Village
04.2022 - Current
- Flexible worker who transitioned from a Release from Face-to-Face teacher to Stage 1 Classroom teacher seamlessly as the need arose by being adaptable, resourceful and cooperative
- Experienced mandatory reporter with a wide range of de-escalation skills and experience with different governing bodies in the child protection policy. Able to liase with others to safely manage crisis situations and reach out to external help for the families needs.
- Developed and delivered learning programs for K-2 with specific year activities and outcomes for a diverse range of learners
- Quickly developed strong relationships with teachers, students and parents through cooperative teaching, gaining understanding of stakeholders needs
- Proactive in helping create programs incorporating the stakeholder needs, the school's values and the wider community to build key relationships
- Key note speaker and panel member of various education and community based groups.
- Co-operative team member and leader with experience in supporting and uplifting others to reach group goals
- Taught in co teaching model and fostered many beginning and training teachers through the mentor program
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Primary Education Teacher
Guilford West Public School
01.2020 - 03.2022
- Meaningfully reflecting on teaching practices, completing further professional development, obtaining feedback and improving future planning and classroom strategies
- Liaising with external providers, such as speech and occupational therapy, to support the learning goals of identified students
- Successfully creating learning experiences during lockdown in an imaginative and exciting way to grow understanding and skills, as well as including and engaging parents
- Focus on wellbeing and positive behaviour through implementing programs
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
Full-time Pre-school Teacher and Room Leader
Carlingford Multipurpose Learning Centre
11.2018 - 12.2019
- Successfully tailored learning activities across a wide range of abilities, age and cultures as well as EAL/D students, to be inclusive and broaden understanding
- Developed and implemented a 'Get ready for Kindergarten' program
- Creation of class, group and individual yearly and half year summary reports for families, staff, and government bodies
- Displayed excellence as a team member and team leader with proven interpersonal and conflict management skills
Casual Community & Education Programs Officer
Botanic Gardens and Centennial Parklands
09.2013 - 10.2019
- Delivered curriculum related outdoor educational activities for students including those with additional needs covering science, history and the environment and other key learning areas
- Competent use of ICT in outdoor programs, such as iPads for creation of activities and recording tasks
- Support of other staff at large community events in the development and delivery of activities for children of all ages and their parents or carer
- Worked closely with management of the wider community dealing with complaints, co ordination of events and face to face or online experiences
Early Childhood Teacher
Pinjarra Early Years and Preschool
01.2018 - 11.2018
- Prepared the classroom with a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate or use in learning activities and imaginative play
- Arranged indoor and outdoor spaces to facilitate creative play, motor-skill activities, and safety
- Attended to children's basic needs
- Communicated with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and needs, determining priorities for their children and suggesting ways to promote learning and development
Education
Bachelor of Education - Early Childhood (Birth - 12)
Macquarie University
01.2017
Higher School Certificate -
Ravenswood School for Girls
01.2012
Skills
- Behaviour management plans
- Individualised Program development
- Leadership, coaching and mentoring
- Cultural awareness and inclusivity
- Support for diverse backgrounds
- Program creation
- Time management and multitasking abilities
- First aid trained in physical and mental health
- Attention to detail in compliance
- Problem-solving abilities
- Team and relationship building
Professional learning
- 2024, First aid certificate and CPR training
- 2024, First aid mental health certificate
- 2024, ASCIA Anaphylaxis training certificate
- 2024, Child Protection Awareness Training- NSW DEC
References
- Upon Request
Major Qualifications
- Higher School Certificate, Ravenswood School for Girls, Gordon, 12/01/12
- Bachelor of Education: Early Childhood (Birth - 12), Macquarie University, North Ryde, 12/01/17
- Working with Children Check: WWC0044555E, 11/09/28
Timeline
Primary Education Teacher
Lindfield Learning Village
04.2022 - Current
Primary Education Teacher
Guilford West Public School
01.2020 - 03.2022
Full-time Pre-school Teacher and Room Leader
Carlingford Multipurpose Learning Centre
11.2018 - 12.2019
Early Childhood Teacher
Pinjarra Early Years and Preschool
01.2018 - 11.2018
Casual Community & Education Programs Officer
Botanic Gardens and Centennial Parklands
09.2013 - 10.2019
Higher School Certificate -
Ravenswood School for Girls
Bachelor of Education - Early Childhood (Birth - 12)
Macquarie University
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