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Belinda Chapman-Smith

Science And Mathematics Teacher
Canberra,ACT

Summary

Dedicated Classroom Teacher with 15+ years experience. Deeply committed to optimizing student success. Demonstrated knowledge of successful teaching and classroom management. Known for creating dynamic and relevant lesson plans with growth mindset and commitment to long-term student growth and success. Talented educator dedicated to promoting environment conducive to learning.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Classroom Teacher

Melba-Copland Secondary School
01.2008 - Current



  • Established expectations to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
  • Inspired academic success based on belief that all students can achieve excellence, regardless of background.
  • Lead the primary Magellan program as GATLO
  • Supported the implementation and delivery of targeted intervention and Numeracy support
  • Assisted in HDA roles as Executive teacher for Maths/Science and Maths/Design
  • Supporting students and working with families and the wider school as Year coordinator
  • Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
  • Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and examinations.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
  • Fostered positive and pleasant classroom culture while maintaining learning development goals.
  • Assessed and improved lesson plans through implementation and experimentation, in line with the Australian Curriculum
  • Addressed consistent behavior problems with students, parents and senior staff.

Mathematics Tutor

KipMcGrath
, ACT
01.2014 - 12.2015
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
  • Used positive reinforcement, repetition and review to help students master challenging material.
  • Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Met with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns.
  • Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles.
  • Created tailored lesson plans and study guides to teach and assist students in area of study.
  • Designed age-appropriate math activities to help student progress.

Classroom Teacher

Nepean High School
Emu Plains, NSW
01.2007 - 12.2007
  • Planned and delivered lessons in line with the NSW Maths and Science syllabus.
  • Organized classroom supplies, shared science equipment to meet learning needs of students.
  • Administered quizzes and tests to assess student understanding of material.
  • Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites and other educational materials.

Pathology Aide

Western Area Health Service
Penrith, NSW
10.2005 - 01.2007
  • Prepared specimens for testing and analysis.
  • Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory.
  • Assisted with support duties such as filling products, labeling products, testing samples and taking inventory.

Microbiology Technical Assistant

Campbell Davies DeLambert Pathology
Concord, NSW
01.2003 - 01.2005
  • Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory.
  • Prepared specimens for testing and analysis.
  • Demonstrated flexibility working in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
  • Performed diagnostic and therapeutic laboratory procedures.

Office/Front End Manager

IGA Springwood
Springwood, NSW
01.1992 - 01.2003
  • Oversaw cashier operations, bookkeeping and security.
  • Prepared rosters for weekend and casual cashier staff
  • Supervised and trained new employees.
  • Introduced training procedures and induction process
  • Prepared timesheets for whole staff and ensured timely delivery to pay team
  • Efficiently served customers at cash registers

Education

Graduate Diploma of Mathematics

Charles Sturt University
Bathurst, NSW
02.2015 - 12.2016

Graduate Diploma in Education

Macquarie University
Sydney, NSW
01.2006 - 12.2006

Bachelor of Biological Science

University of Western Sydney
Sydney, NSW
02.1996 - 12.2002

Accomplishments

Year Coordinator 2017-2020

SLC acting roles 2016 and 2022

GATLO 2016-2017 leading the awarded primary Magellan

Mentor for Pre-service and new educators

STORM training in suicide prevention

Professional development in Coaching and Mentoring

Professional Development in Classroom Management and Instructional Strategies



Timeline

Graduate Diploma of Mathematics

Charles Sturt University
02.2015 - 12.2016

Mathematics Tutor

KipMcGrath
01.2014 - 12.2015

Classroom Teacher

Melba-Copland Secondary School
01.2008 - Current

Classroom Teacher

Nepean High School
01.2007 - 12.2007

Graduate Diploma in Education

Macquarie University
01.2006 - 12.2006

Pathology Aide

Western Area Health Service
10.2005 - 01.2007

Microbiology Technical Assistant

Campbell Davies DeLambert Pathology
01.2003 - 01.2005

Bachelor of Biological Science

University of Western Sydney
02.1996 - 12.2002

Office/Front End Manager

IGA Springwood
01.1992 - 01.2003

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