Carla Buscema
Saint Albans,VIC
Summary
As a dedicated Italian teacher, I bring an energetic approach to language instruction, with a focus on creating engaging, student-centred lessons. My teaching style is adaptable, utilising diverse techniques to suit varied learning preferences and levels, helping students build confidence in both conversational and written Italian. Living and working in Italy, the UK, and Australia has enriched my cultural insights and provided fluency in Italian and English, which I leverage to foster a positive, inclusive, and culturally aware classroom environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Italian Teacher
St Francis Catholic College
Melton, VIC
01.2025 - Current
- Created engaging, curriculum-aligned resources on a regular basis to support lesson delivery and cater to diverse learning styles.
- Set and communicated clear learning objectives at the start each lesson, while adapting content to meet student needs and foster engagement.
- Assessed student progress regularly through quizzes, tests, and individual evaluations, providing feedback for improvement.
Italian teacher
inLanguage Boutique
Brunswick East, Australia
04.2024 - 12.2025
- Designed structured, goal-oriented lessons customised to diverse learning styles and proficiency levels.
- Applied targeted strategies to enhance student motivation and content retention, focusing on engaging language practice and cultural immersion.
- Cultivated a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere, encouraging active participation and confidence in language skills.
Pre-service teacher
Kolbe Catholic College
Greenvale, Australia
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Developed engaging Italian and Media lesson plans aligned with curriculum assessment and reporting requirements under supervision.
- Adapted lesson content and teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs, fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
- Critically reflected on teaching practices to enhance future lesson effectiveness.
Italian teacher support
Bravissimi
Melbourne, Australia
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Assisted lead teachers with Italian language classes for children under 4, supporting language immersion activities.
- Independently taught Italian classes twice weekly to children under 7 in public schools, creating age-appropriate lessons focused on foundational vocabulary and conversational skills.
- Took on additional responsibilities by conducting one-on-one Italian tutoring for children under 12, tailoring instruction to individual learning needs and progress.
Education
Master of Teaching (Secondary) -
Australian Catholic University
Melbourne, VIC07-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
University of The West of Scotland
Ayr, United Kingdom01.2019
Skills
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Empathy
- Motivation
- Patience
- Teamwork
References
- Alessandra Vono, St. Francis Catholic College, avono@sfcc.vic.edu.au
- Anthony Schepis, Kolbe Catholic College, aschepis@kolbecc.catholic.edu.au
Languages
- Italian, Native
- English, Fluent
Timeline
Italian Teacher
St Francis Catholic College
01.2025 - Current
Pre-service teacher
Kolbe Catholic College
08.2024 - 09.2024
Italian teacher
inLanguage Boutique
04.2024 - 12.2025
Italian teacher support
Bravissimi
01.2020 - 03.2020
Master of Teaching (Secondary) -
Australian Catholic University
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
University of The West of Scotland
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