Clayton Kearney

CAREER OBJECTIVES I have always had an interest in working with youth since becoming a coach at the age of 16. I have always had a person-centered focus and a priority is to support children to reach their potential. I endeavour to build and maintain professional relationships with parents, stakeholders and colleagues. Utilising my experience in different educational disciplines to guide and provide students with the perfect environment to enhance their growth is my passion. I have always used evidence-based strategies to assist in motivating children to become responsible and motivated students. Working collaboratively with staff, stakeholders and families to enhance learning opportunities in an inclusive environment is at the forefront of my profession. I am extremely passionate about supporting inclusive practice and allowing every child to succeed through adapting pedagogy, learning experiences, and access to the curriculum through whatever measure is necessary.

Versatile inclusion teacher with a focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. I am empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. I am proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.

Family and friends are priority and I love to explore our gorgeous country. My time off work is currently best spent playing and coaching sport, hiking and exploring the outdoors especially in my beautiful home, Southeast Queensland. As well, I enjoy listening to and playing a variety of music and practicing self-care techniques such as ice baths, breathwork and gym. I am a sports enthusiast. On holiday I am happiest spending time fishing and exploring new beaches with my family.

• Asses students capability against the Australian Curriculum standards
• Collaboratively develop and implement Individual Curriculum Plan (ICP)
• Create Personalized Learning Plans (PLP)
• Substantial and Extensive Case Management
• Manage students in care by communicating with stakeholders
• Complex Case Management
• Work collaboratively with student services for specialized supports: Speech / OT/ Physio / GO/ Social Work /Chaplaincy
• Create and maintain attendance initiatives
• Support and build relationships with my team, to ensure all relevant information and feedback pertaining to clients and support workers is communicated effectively
• Communicate with caregivers of any changes to their support
• Achieve and maintain positive results within short time constraints, utilising critical thinking and time management
• Actively participate and make substantial contribution to the review of work practices, ongoing evaluation and development of policies and practices and reporting for the school
• Adhering to NDIS regulations and individual policies
• Upholding and maintaining MPSS School-wide Behaviour Expectations through regular check-ins with targeted students.
• Set high standards for student behaviour and performance by leading students to uphold the STAR Values with a specific focus on Positive Behaviour for Learning and student engagement.
• Using One School data to develop targeted interventions for students in the red and yellow zones for behaviour to create a positive, productive, and safe learning environment for students and staff.
• Support students and teachers in the development of the relevant skills for effective relationships and emotional regulation using research based practices. (Barry Street, growth mindset)
• Develop individualised support plans for students addressing behavioural relationships and emotional regulation with a focus on planning for relationships with unfamiliar adults (Relief teachers, class visitors and specialist teachers).
• Use functional behaviour capabilities and Essential skills for Classroom Management to support and manage the implementation of PBL processes in the school.
• PBL coach, team leader and data manager
• Improving the educational outcomes of students by developing the quality of teaching and learning and nurturing positive relationships between students, teachers and stakeholders.
• Maintain a high visibility and presence within the school community focusing on behaviour management and engagement.
• Provide coaching, guidance and modelling to teachers and other classroom staff in delivering quality classroom management strategies.

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