Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Interests
Timeline

Brett Herron

Secondary School Teacher, VET Trainer
SHOALHAVEN HEADS,New South Wales

Summary

Dedicated Secondary School Teacher from Wollongong Catholic Diocese, whose focus has been in project-based learning and technology integration. Excelled in fostering a culture of discovery, significantly enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes. Skilled in peer collaboration and proficient in using Google platforms that include docs, slides, forms, drive, Gmail and classroom. Proven ability to deliver engaging and effective instruction in VET Construction, Woodwork, Design and Technology, and Technology Mandatory subjects. Adept at preparing students for successful careers in the construction industry and preparing work ready programs. Consistently involved with student learning that has resulted in above-state average Higher School Certificate results.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification

Work History

Telecommunications Technician

Telstra Corporation
NSW Country, New South Wales
01.1981 - 01.2003
  • Worked with Country Installation teams building and upgrading telephony systems within telephone exchanges
  • Worked as an exchange technician on the first Sydney to Melbourne optical fibre installation
  • Part of a team that installed first mobile telephony switching systems in NSW and ACT
  • Part of specialised team working prior to Sydney Olympics that provided upgraded mobile services to the Sydney region
  • Monitored and performed maintenance on telecommunications systems to facilitate optimal performance.
  • Worked closely with network administrators and server engineers to deliver quality service.

Secondary School Teacher

Wollongong Catholic Diocese
01.2004 - Current
  • Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
  • Created study guides, research materials and learning strategies for students.
  • Delivered audio-visual presentations on various platforms to cater to different learning styles.
  • Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning.
  • Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
  • Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organised classroom structure to help students succeed in program.
  • Worked collaboratively with school administrators to implement intellectually challenging visual arts program that provided creative outlet for students.
  • Delivered Vocational Educational and Training construction courses to senior students

Education

Bachelor of Secondary Education - Education

University of Newcastle, Newcastle, NSW
10-2003
  • Degree Awarded with Honours
  • Recipient of Voctional Education and Training (VET) schools teacher of the year
  • Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessing
  • Telstra Tele Communications Technician Trade Certificate

Skills

  • Project-based learning
  • Peer collaboration
  • Lesson planning
  • Technology implementation
  • Technology integration
  • Compliance
  • Student evaluation
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Knowledgeable about Google platforms including docs, classromm, slides
  • Background in construction

Accomplishments

  • Mentored new teachers in instructional and classroom management strategies.
  • Collaborated with team of VET Trainers and Registered Training Organisation to validate tasks in preparation for compliance
  • Worked with project engineers to install and upgrade telecommunication equipment
  • Illawarra VET teacher of the year
  • School sports coordinator.

Certification

Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessing

Working with Children

First Aid


Interests

  • Enjoy participating in swimming, surfing, bush walking for overall physical and mental well-being
  • Documenting and sharing travel experiences
  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
  • Gardening
  • Woodworking
  • I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
  • Swimming
  • Camping

Timeline

Secondary School Teacher - Wollongong Catholic Diocese
01.2004 - Current
Telecommunications Technician - Telstra Corporation
01.1981 - 01.2003
University of Newcastle - Bachelor of Secondary Education, Education
Brett HerronSecondary School Teacher, VET Trainer