ASHLEY JARVIS
Metung,VIC
Summary
Drama education professional with proven track record in fostering creative and collaborative learning environments. Deep expertise in guiding student performances and developing engaging lesson plans. Known for strong teamwork and adaptability, consistently ensuring effective and flexible responses to changing needs.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Drama Teacher
Bairnsdale Secondary College
01.2023 - Current
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques to provide safe, calm learning environment.
- Planned lessons to reflect group and individual student needs utilizing creative instruction.
- Encouraged students to perform well and learn from failure.
- Exposed students to diverse content to build perspective in drama pedagogy.
- Established a safe and inclusive learning environment where students felt comfortable expressing their emotions and ideas.
- Expanded program offerings through securing funding grants and developing partnerships with local theaters and arts organizations.
- Implemented diverse teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles and abilities among students.
Teacher Drama
Nagle College
01.2006 - 01.2023
- Responsible for evaluating, maintaining and updating the drama curriculum as mandated by the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority.
- Developing classroom lesson plans with individual accommodation for learning capabilities.
- Identifying students with special NDIS needs.
- Coordinating excursions and incursions; coordinating College productions and performance nights including Stage Manager for the production Bugsy Malone, and Director of College’s production of Lucky; coordinating extra curriculum Drama Club productions, Open Night presentations, excursions and performances at the Sale Eisteddfod.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behaviour to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Classroom teacher
Nagle College
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Responsibilities include: delivering Year 7 Core curriculum; curriculum evaluation and development.
- Developing vision statements and core values for the College, in collaboration with staff.
- Reporting and evaluation of student capabilities; consulting with SEED department; writing reports to assist GPs’ diagnosis of identified learning challenges.
- Coordinating special programs such as: Introduction to and facilitation of Tournament of the Minds: an extension program for high achievers.
- Assembly organiser: whole College assembly program including staging; Cultural Coordinator (Multicultural Day, out-of-uniform days).
Classroom Teacher
Bairnsdale West Primary School
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Responsibilities include curriculum delivery, classroom management and organisation. Director of Tournament of the Minds; supporting excursions; coaching girls’ basketball.
Education
Post-Graduate Diploma - Education Primary
Latrobe University
01.2004
BA - Communication Drama, Minor in History
Louisiana College (University)
01.2003
Skills
- Experience with multitasking, presentations, curriculum development, team projects, and using workplace specific computer programs as well as Microsoft Office programs, AI, Teams, Zoom and WebEx
- Excellent public presentation, able to manage deadlines, work independently,y as well as constructively receive feedback
- Student-centered learning
- Conflict resolution strategies
Timeline
Drama Teacher
Bairnsdale Secondary College
01.2023 - Current
Teacher Drama
Nagle College
01.2006 - 01.2023
Classroom teacher
Nagle College
01.2006 - 01.2009
Classroom Teacher
Bairnsdale West Primary School
01.2005 - 01.2006
BA - Communication Drama, Minor in History
Louisiana College (University)
Post-Graduate Diploma - Education Primary
Latrobe University
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