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Arindam Hajra

Canberra,ACT

Summary

I am currently a year coordinator (11-12) at UCSSC, Lake Ginninderra. I have had leadership roles in the past, mainly as a STEM leader across public schools in VIC and WA. I have been associated with secondary students ranging from years 7 to 12 in all my years of secondary teaching. I have always worked with students of varying levels of ability in my role as an educator. If given an opportunity, I can most definitely adapt to the given role of the school, promoting and incorporating the school vision by contributing to the development of student educational outcomes and the community as best as possible. I have always shown deep respect for the values of any school with which I have been employed, and if selected for the above position, I would serve the college/school community effectively.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Classroom Teacher

Department of Education
, ACT/VIC/UK/WA/NSW
01.2025 - Current
  • Developed lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards for diverse classrooms.
  • Facilitated engaging classroom activities to promote student participation and learning.
  • Assessed student progress through evaluations, and provided constructive feedback.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to enhance teaching strategies and share best practices.
  • Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage respect.
  • Communicated effectively with parents about student performance and classroom events.
  • Implemented technology tools to support interactive learning experiences for students.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching skills and knowledge.
  • Worked with parents, administrators, and counsellors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.

Senior Year Coordinator (Student Wellbeing)

University of Canberra SSC, Lake Ginninderra
Belconnen, ACT
01.2022 - Current
  • Coordinated student engagement activities to enhance student knowledge and understanding of STEM subject areas, and provided opportunities for pathways.
  • Liaise with students and parents to address academic, emotional, and mental health concerns, including the development and monitoring of ILPs and Adjustment Matrices.
  • Implement relevant policies, including ACT Education and BSSS policies, liaising with key stakeholders for holistic student support. Manage formal support administration, applying BSSS Policy for Special Consideration, and upskilling staff, students, and parents/carers.
  • Provide accurate information on package requirements while supporting student needs. Conduct class selection and enrollment meetings with students and parents/carers.
  • Collaborate and engage in high school transition visits throughout the year. Contribute to the development of the Support Group in collaboration with the Student Life Coordinator.
  • Refer students to the Careers staff, and collaborate on work experience and ASbA placements. Utilize ACS and Sentral to generate reports for informed student decision-making.
  • Communicate with staff, developing strategies for individual student support. Process student requests for class changes, extended leave, reduced loads, early exit, and other events in accordance with current procedures.
  • Maintain detailed notes on Sentral, all interactions with students and their parents or carers.
  • Engage in continuous professional development (e.g., SASSCO training, ASIST, Mental Health First Aid, etc.). by attending relevant conferences and professional learning opportunities.
  • Promote and reinforce positive behaviors and expectations of students to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment.

STEM Leader

South Oakleigh College,
Oakleigh South, VIC
01.2018 - 12.2021
  • Developed engaging STEM curriculum aligned with the Australian Curriculum standards.
  • Facilitated project based content to enhance student understanding of scientific concepts.
  • Collaborated with teachers to integrate technology into STEM lessons.
  • Mentored students in STEM projects, fostering teamwork and problem-solving skills.
  • Evaluated student progress to adapt instructional methods for diverse learning needs.
  • Participated in professional development activities aimed at keeping up with advances in the field of educational technology.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase STEM program participation.

STEM Coordinator

Department for Education, UK
West Byfleet, Surrey, UK
09.2016 - 02.2017
  • Curriculum planning and development in Physics (Years 7–13).
  • STEM Coordinator
  • Assessment and reporting on student performance for all year levels that I teach.
  • Monitoring behaviour management-related issues of students.

Head of Science

Department of Education, WA
Woodbridge, WA
05.2012 - 08.2016
  • Led curriculum planning and development in Science, enhancing educational outcomes for students.
  • Collaborated with Design and Technology faculty to implement the school Engineering program since 2012.
  • Developed and launched GATE program in Science to challenge gifted and talented students.
  • Implemented SoundWay program with English faculty, fostering interdisciplinary learning since 2014.
  • Monitored performance management and coached staff in Science learning area to improve teaching efficacy.
  • Addressed behavior management issues among students, promoting a positive learning environment.
  • Achieved average final scores in Physics Stage 3 WACE that matched state averages in 2015.
  • Organized excursions and educational tours to enhance student engagement and real-world application of science.

Science Coordinator

Wodonga Sen Sec College, DEECD, Victoria
Wodonga, Victoria
01.2010 - 05.2012
  • Science Coordinator and E-learning Coach
  • Mentor (La Trobe University student teachers, international teachers (DEECD initiative))
  • PLT Leader, Professional Learning Team (Teaching & Learning). Member, School Education Committee.
  • Initiated partnerships with premier scientific organizations such as CSIRO Melbourne, La Trobe University, Wodonga TAFE, GTAC Melbourne, VSSEC Strathmore, and ANU Canberra to organize science workshops for secondary students from the Math Science Excellence program.
  • WSSC was presented with the Maths Science Excellence Award for 2011, in recognition of the partnerships and grants awarded to the Science faculty to continue the innovative programs designed for secondary students in the Hume Region of Victoria.
  • The Australian National Curriculum in Science for Year 10 was introduced in 2011. WSSC has participated in the 'Trial School Program' in 2012 as one of 200 schools across Victoria this year. The program is conducted by the VCAA (Victorian Curriculum Assessment Authority) and AUSVELS for 2012.
  • The work of all Year 10 Science teachers involved was formally recognized as professional development by the VIT (Victorian Institute of Teaching).

Education

Graduate Diploma in School Leadership - School Leadership

University of Western Australia
WA, Australia
12-2016

Graduate Diploma in Education (DipEd) - Mathematics

University of Newcastle
NSW, Australia
12-2004

Master of Information Technology - Computer Science & Software Engineering

University of Newcastle
NSW, Australia
12-2001

BSc (Honours) - Physics

University of Calcutta
India
08-1993

Skills

  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Developing literacy & numeracy programs
  • Skills in ICT
  • Leading and managing teams
  • Effective coaching and motivational skills
  • Developing individual learning programs
  • Liaising with the career pathways team and external agencies as a school year-level coordinator
  • Building partnerships in education involving the active participation of educational institutions (local and inter-state)
  • Effective implementation of the Australian Curriculum in STEM learning areas across year levels (7–12)

References

  • Melissa Planten, principal (on leave), UCSSC Lake Ginninderra, email: melissa.planten@ed.act.edu.au, tel: (02) 6142 0222
  • Kirk Zwangobani, Acting Principal (Ucssc Lake Ginninderra), Email: kirk.zwangobani@ed.act.edu.au, (02) 61420222
  • Jenny Parsons, SLC Student Wellbeing and Inclusion, Email: jenny.parsons@ed.act.edu.au, (02) 6142 0222
  • Betty Chau, SLC Student Pathways and Certification, Email: betty.chau@ed.act.edu.au, (02) 6142 0222

Affiliations


  • Western Australian College of Teaching
  • Science Teachers Association of WA (STAWA)

Training

  • Skill / Area of Training: Leadership, Aspirant School Leader Program 2014
  • Organisation: Institute of Professional Learning, Department of Education, WA
  • Skill / Area of Training: Leadership (Improving Teaching Practice) / Emerging leader 2011
  • Organisation: Bastow Institute of Educational Leadership, DEECD Victoria

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Classroom Teacher

Department of Education
01.2025 - Current

Senior Year Coordinator (Student Wellbeing)

University of Canberra SSC, Lake Ginninderra
01.2022 - Current

STEM Leader

South Oakleigh College,
01.2018 - 12.2021

STEM Coordinator

Department for Education, UK
09.2016 - 02.2017

Head of Science

Department of Education, WA
05.2012 - 08.2016

Science Coordinator

Wodonga Sen Sec College, DEECD, Victoria
01.2010 - 05.2012

Graduate Diploma in School Leadership - School Leadership

University of Western Australia

Graduate Diploma in Education (DipEd) - Mathematics

University of Newcastle

Master of Information Technology - Computer Science & Software Engineering

University of Newcastle

BSc (Honours) - Physics

University of Calcutta

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