Benjamin White
Wagga Wagga,NSW
Summary
An experienced primary educator who values student-centered learning and holistic well-being to ignite curiosity and engagement. Committed to fostering creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, to empower learners to thrive academically, emotionally, and socially. A holistic approach to education ensures that learners not only succeed academically but also grow as compassionate, resilient individuals ready to navigate the complexities of the world with confidence and empathy.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Ashmont Public School
09.2023 - Current
- Support students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Guide student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Allow students to explore concepts through engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Flexibly shift between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Implement creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
Classroom Teacher
Macquarie Primary School
01.2021 - 09.2023
- Developed student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Planned and implemented lessons to meet national standards through an inquiry approach.
- Worked alongside senior leadership to develop and embed a new school strategic plan.
- Mentored new teachers entering the profession and provided constructive feedback on their teaching methods, promoting growth within the school community.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualised plans to optimize student education.
Assistant Principal
Bonython Primary School
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Streamlined administrative processes to maximise efficiency in daily operations at the school level.
- Oversaw curriculum design process to ensure alignment with standards and best practices in education.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Spearheaded professional development initiatives, fostering an environment of continuous growth for staff members.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Mentored new teachers in navigating their roles within the school system effectively.
Assistant Principal
Gold Creek Primary School
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Lead efforts to improve parent engagement through regular communication channels such as newsletters and social media updates.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop data-driven instructional strategies, resulting in improved student achievement.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in education.
- Monitored and evaluated teacher performance to ensure the highest quality of instruction for students.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
Classroom Teacher
Miles Franklin Primary School
05.2013 - 12.2018
- Promoted creativity and critical thinking skills by incorporating project-based learning activities into the curriculum.
- Implemented behaviour modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Continually refined teaching methods by attending professional development workshops and incorporating new strategies into lesson plans.
- Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning.
- Participated in school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement and wellbeing.
Education
Bachelor of Education (Primary) - Education
Charles Sturt University
Wagga Wagga, NSW11.2012
Skills
- Interpersonal and Social Skills
- Relationship Building
- Curriculum Development
- Team Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Inquiry-based learning
- Skills Development
- Classroom Technology Implementation
- Student Engagement
- Behaviour Management
Accomplishments
- Finalist: ACT Primary Educator of the Year - 2019 & 2020
- Bridge Asia Program- 2019: Working with a school from Nauru to develop effective literacy and numeracy programs.
- Bridge Pacific Program - 2022: Working with a school from Samoa to develop effective literacy and numeracy programs.
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
Ashmont Public School
09.2023 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Macquarie Primary School
01.2021 - 09.2023
Assistant Principal
Bonython Primary School
01.2020 - 12.2021
Assistant Principal
Gold Creek Primary School
01.2019 - 12.2019
Classroom Teacher
Miles Franklin Primary School
05.2013 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Education (Primary) - Education
Charles Sturt University
Similar Profiles
Gloribel MedinaGloribel Medina
Teacher at Ashmont Nursery School - Dorchester, MaTeacher at Ashmont Nursery School - Dorchester, Ma
MEETA NAGPALMEETA NAGPAL
TEACHER at NC JINDAL PUBLIC SCHOOL, DAV PUBLIC SCHOOL, GURUNANAK PUBLIC SCHOOLTEACHER at NC JINDAL PUBLIC SCHOOL, DAV PUBLIC SCHOOL, GURUNANAK PUBLIC SCHOOL
Saumya ShuklaSaumya Shukla
Primary Teacher at Delhi Public School, Dr. Virendra Swarup Education Centre, Delhi Public Secondary SchoolPrimary Teacher at Delhi Public School, Dr. Virendra Swarup Education Centre, Delhi Public Secondary School