Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Teacher Candidate Placement Experiences
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
References
Timeline
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Billy Franes

Ferntree Gully,VIC

Summary

I have successfully completed my Masters of Secondary Teaching at the University of Melbourne and I am graduating in December 2024. My methods are Humanities and English with an interest in Musical Studies and Physical Education. I am seeking a Graduate Role as an educator to begin my teaching career in 2025.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fresh Convenience Team Member

Woolworths
Ferntree Gully, VIC
10.2019 - Current
  • Assisted customers with product inquiries
  • Provided customer service to ensure satisfaction
  • Organized inventory shelves for easy access and maintenance of stock levels.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area throughout shift.
  • Collaborated with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency.
  • Addressed customer needs, responding to specific requests.
  • Built and maintained working relationships with peers and upper management.
  • Assisted newly hired team members by explaining company procedures and safety requirements.

Guitar Teacher

Blackburn Academy
Melbourne , VIC
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Instructed students in proper playing techniques for electric and acoustic guitars.
  • Provided individualized instruction to students of all ages and skill levels.
  • Developed lesson plans based on student's abilities, interests and goals.
  • Demonstrated guitar-playing techniques through practice sessions with students.
  • Evaluated student progress by listening to performances and providing feedback.
  • Encouraged students to practice regularly and strive for excellence in their musical pursuits.
  • Maintained a positive learning environment that was both challenging and fun for the students.
  • Created customized playlists for each student based on their favorite songs or genres of music.
  • Advised parents on how best to support their children's musical development.
  • Provided guidance on selecting appropriate instruments, gear, strings.
  • Played guitar for students to demonstrate appropriate tone and finger positions.
  • Built trusting rapport with students and facilitated communication with family members when needed.
  • Encouraged passion for music in students by presenting various genres.
  • Led guitar lessons for students of diverse demographics.
  • Planned lessons according to student skill level and learning modality.
  • Diversified presentations with skilled use of technology and audio-visual aids.

S.W.O.T Tutor

Student Welfare Outreach Team
University Of Melbourne , VIC
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Conducted tutoring sessions with students to help them improve their academic performance.
  • Encouraged students to ask questions about topics they did not understand.
  • Facilitated small-group discussions to increase comprehension of course material.
  • Supported teachers in implementing new curriculum initiatives.
  • Worked closely with students to help develop essay writing skills.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of curriculum changes and educational practices to provide current and effective tutoring.

Sales Assistant

QBD Books
Ringwood, VIC
10.2019 - 01.2020
  • Assisted in creating displays to promote products.
  • Greeted customers and provided assistance with product selection.
  • Informed customers about current promotions and discounts.
  • Assisted customers with returns, exchanges and refunds.
  • Provided customer service by answering questions, resolving problems, and responding to complaints in a timely manner.
  • Performed cashier duties such as scanning items, processing payments, and issuing receipts or change due.

Sales Assistant

Bakers Delight
Ferntree Gully, VIC
06.2018 - 01.2020
  • Organized stockroom shelves, racks and bins according to store layout and product categories.
  • Assisted in creating displays to promote products.
  • Informed customers about current promotions and discounts.
  • Replenished merchandise on shelves as needed throughout the day.
  • Provided customer service by answering questions, resolving problems, and responding to complaints in a timely manner.
  • Performed cashier duties such as scanning items, processing payments, and issuing receipts or change due.
  • Processed special orders for out-of-stock items when necessary.
  • Maintained cleanliness of the sales floor area at all times.
  • Ensured that all promotional materials were properly displayed in their designated areas.

Education

Master of Secondary Teaching -

University of Melbourne
Parkville, VIC
12-2024

Bachelor of Arts - History Major & English studies Minor

University of Melbourne
Parkville, VIC
12-2022

VCE Certificate - ATAR 87.35 -

St. Josephs College
Ferntree Gully
10-2019

Skills

  • Training and mentoring
  • Decision-making capabilities
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Clear Communication
  • Continuous Development
  • Workplace Safety
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Goal Setting and Achievement
  • Music theory knowledge
  • Creative Thinking
  • Physical endurance
  • Live Music Performances
  • Professional demeanor
  • Improvisation
  • Computer Skills
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Student Engagement
  • Group Instruction
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Clear public speaking skills
  • Learning Strategies
  • Student evaluations

Teacher Candidate Placement Experiences

2023 Scoresby Secondary College 

Achievements:

  • Lesson Planning Methods
  • Assessment Planning Methods
  • Working with mentors and staff to succesfully integrate and collaborative in a staff environment.
  • Teaching Experience

         -Year 8 Humanities, English

         -Year 10 English

2023 Mount Scopus Memorial College, Gandel Campus

Achievements:

  • Lesson Planning Methods
  • Assessment Planning Methods
  • Worked extensively in a Year 9 Literacy Skills Class (Students with learning difficulties)
  • Experienced working in a religious school environment (Jewish secondary day school)
  • Teaching Experience:

- Year 8 English, Humanities

- Year 10 English

- Year 11 English

2024 - Emmaus Secondary College - Burwood Campus 

Achievements: 

  • Lesson Planning Methods
  • Assessment Planning Methods
  • Experienced working in a religious school environment (Catholic)
  • Teaching Experience:

- Year 7 English

- Year 8 Humanities

- Year 10 English

- Year 11 English

2024 – Cheltenham Secondary College

  • Role as a Teacher Researcher/Observer
  • Collected mass data for the analysis and succesful completion of a University Masters thesis project

Affiliations

  • Current and active member of an established Melbourne music band
  • Major interest in developing personal, physical and mental health fitness
  • Participant in personal reader's challenge in 2020
  • Strong interest and advocacy for youth and popular culture

Accomplishments

  • 2014 EFL Premiership Captain
  • 2019 Ultimate Frisbee Team Captain
  • 2015 - 2018 Student Representative Council Member
  • 2019 Deputy Student Representative Council Member
  • Bachelor of Arts - Graduated 2022
  • Masters Degree of Secondary Teaching - Graduating 2024
  • 2023 successful release of band EP to various social media platforms

Certification

  • Up-to-date Working With Children's Check
  • Pending VIT Certification

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Guitar Teacher

Blackburn Academy
01.2023 - 01.2024

S.W.O.T Tutor

Student Welfare Outreach Team
01.2023 - 12.2023

Fresh Convenience Team Member

Woolworths
10.2019 - Current

Sales Assistant

QBD Books
10.2019 - 01.2020

Sales Assistant

Bakers Delight
06.2018 - 01.2020

Master of Secondary Teaching -

University of Melbourne

Bachelor of Arts - History Major & English studies Minor

University of Melbourne

VCE Certificate - ATAR 87.35 -

St. Josephs College

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