Bryce Turvey
Frankston,Australia
Summary
I am committed to providing the ideal setting for teaching and learning for all staff and students. I have facilitated change in multiple areas across my schools of employment, influencing Annual Implementation Plans and multiple school and cohort wide practices. I have established productive, research based and high impact learning spaces that ensure all students can reach their full potential. I am committed to a strategic and reflective mindset and have outstanding personal skills, which make me an ideal candidate for this position. I take pride in my career in education and I have embraced leadership opportunities to build my capacity as an effective school leader. I have established myself as a well-respected professional who develops positive relationships with students, colleagues and the wider school community. My experience leading teams, mentoring colleagues and developing exemplary teaching practices ensures I can make a significant contribution to Hillsmeade Primary School.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Acting Numeracy Learning Specialist
Hillsmeade Primary School
Narre Warren VIC
01.2024 - Current
- Increased collaboration among teachers by organising professional development workshops and sharing best practices.
- Utilised critical thinking skills to plan for changes to school-wide practices.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and enhance personal growth as an educator.
- Led changes to ensure alignment of Booker sequences and the Mathematics 2.0 curriculum.
- Mentored classroom teachers, sharing valuable insights on effective classroom practices and instructional techniques in a time of significant school-wide change.
- Led numeracy School Improvement Team which collaborated with teachers to evaluate program readiness and identified and overcame significant obstacles.
PLT Leader and Classroom Teacher
Hillsmeade Primary School
Narre Warren VIC
01.2020 - Current
- Assisted PLT members in creating safe and nurturing classroom environments that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Mentored teachers, sharing best practices and facilitated discussions on effective classroom management techniques.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing timely feedback and adjusting instructional approaches as needed to maximize achievement at a classroom and PLT level.
- Improved engagement of a diverse range of students by implementing targeted intervention strategies and differentiated instruction methods.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualised plans to optimise student education.
Classroom Teacher
Dandenong South Primary School
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established clear expectations for behaviour and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.
- Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
Casual Relief Teacher
ANZUK
08.2014 - 12.2014
Teaching Assistant (Year 4)
John Keble Primary School
Harlesden, UK
01.2010 - 12.2011
English Teacher
Yong Zhou Middle School No.8
Shanghai, China
01.2009 - 08.2009
Education
Graduate Diploma of Teaching - Primary
Deakin University
2014
Bachelor of Health Sciences - Psychology
Deakin University
2013
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Teacher Assistance
- Collaborative learning
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Teacher Support
- Learning Analytics
- Organisational Change
- Learning Management Systems
- Student Engagement
- Differentiated Instruction
References
- Ms Linda Buckeridge, Principal, Hillsmeade Primary School, Linda.Buckeridge@education.vic.gov.au, (03) 9704 6313
- Mr Mark Cooper, Assistant Principal, Hillsmeade Primary School, Mark.Cooper@education.vic.gov.au, (03) 9704 6313
- Mr Paul Hill, Assistant Principal, Hillsmeade Primary School, Paul.Hill@education.vic.gov.au, (03) 9704 6313
Timeline
Acting Numeracy Learning Specialist
Hillsmeade Primary School
01.2024 - Current
PLT Leader and Classroom Teacher
Hillsmeade Primary School
01.2020 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Dandenong South Primary School
01.2015 - 01.2019
Casual Relief Teacher
ANZUK
08.2014 - 12.2014
Teaching Assistant (Year 4)
John Keble Primary School
01.2010 - 12.2011
English Teacher
Yong Zhou Middle School No.8
01.2009 - 08.2009
Graduate Diploma of Teaching - Primary
Deakin University
Bachelor of Health Sciences - Psychology
Deakin University