Christopher Grulke
Koo-Wee-Rup
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Cranbourne East Secondary College. I am adept at fostering a positive learning environment and enhancing student engagement through differentiated instruction and applying engaging and interactive pedagogies. Skilled in classroom behaviour management and analytical reasoning, I effectively supported diverse learning needs, promoting academic growth and confidence among students.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Cranbourne East Secondary College
01.2024 - Current
- Developed lesson plans to engage students and support diverse learning styles.
- Provided individualised support to students, fostering academic growth and confidence.
- Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching techniques and methodologies.
- Engaged with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns effectively.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Child Protection Officer
Department of Family Fairness and Housing
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Conducted assessments to identify risks and needs of children in protective services.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement safety plans for at-risk youth.
- Facilitated training sessions for caregivers on child protection policies and best practices.
- Managed case documentation, ensuring compliance with legal standards and agency protocols.
Customer Service Officer
Fujifilm Business Australia
08.2013 - 04.2023
- Resolved customer inquiries through effective communication and problem-solving techniques.
- Maintained accurate customer records using CRM systems to enhance service delivery.
- Trained new staff on company policies and procedures to ensure consistent service standards.
- Facilitated training sessions focused on product knowledge and customer engagement strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education (Primary) (Not Completed)
Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne, VICGraduate Diploma Psychology (Advanced) - Clinical Psychology (Not Comple)
University of Adelaide
Adelaide, SAMaster of Arts - Applied Learning And Teaching
Deakin University
Melbourne, VIC10-2025
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne, VIC02-2023
Skills
- Classroom behavior management
- Strengthening interpersonal relationships
- Analytical reasoning
- Educational planning
- Fostering a positive learning environment
- Student engagement
- Effective behavior management
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Differentiated instruction
- Student assessment
- Technology integration
- Assessment strategies
- Curriculum compliance with (Victoria)
- Lesson delivery
- Curriculum implementation
- Lesson planning
- Critical thinking
- Relationship building
- Classroom management
Timeline
Teacher
Cranbourne East Secondary College
01.2024 - Current
Child Protection Officer
Department of Family Fairness and Housing
04.2023 - 11.2023
Customer Service Officer
Fujifilm Business Australia
08.2013 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Education (Primary) (Not Completed)
Swinburne University of Technology
Graduate Diploma Psychology (Advanced) - Clinical Psychology (Not Comple)
University of Adelaide
Master of Arts - Applied Learning And Teaching
Deakin University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Swinburne University of Technology
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