Catherine Lawson
Leading Vocational Teacher
Yeronga,QLD
Summary
- Energetic, creative and compassionate educator with proven skills in teaching a diverse range of language and cultural backgrounds.
- Valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning.
- Strong further studies and academic skills background
- Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments in both private and public sectors.
- A student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational teacher.
- Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team.
- Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Leading Vocational Teacher
TAFE Queensland, South Bank Campus
01.2001 - Current
- Leading Vocational Teacher level 3/EAL (English as Additional Language) Project coordinator/academic subject matter expert and AMEP (Adult Migrant English Program)/SEE (Skills for Education and Employment) further studies coordinator in AMEP/SEE programs at TAFE QLD Southbank campus
- Currently working as part of a leading vocational teacher project team to implement the EAL (English as an Additional Language) curriculum, writing and development of resources and assessment tools for the introduction of the EAL curriculum for TAFE QLD in July 2023
- Responsibility for writing course content, assessment tools and delivered the (Curriculum Second Language) CSL for TAFE QLD
- Established, implemented and delivered all aspects of the Australian Core Skills Framework) ACSF across TAFE QLD and reporting directly to state and federal government departments
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet these national standards.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Professional development team member responsible to the creation of pathways programs for TAFE QLD in the AMEP/SEE to direct learners into degree, diploma and certificate courses
- Teaching across (Curriculum in Spoken and Written English) CSWE across levels 1-4 in (Skills for Employment and Education) SEE and in the (Adult Migrant Language Program) AMEP in General English, Job Seeking, Further Studies, IELTS preparation courses and the OET(Occupational English Test) for medical and health professionals
- Subject Matter expert in academic and professional English delivery programs
- Coordinator of Certificate 4 Further Studies program overseeing resource development, assessment tasks and teacher mentoring
- Qualified (International Second Language Proficiency Rating) ISLPR registered examiner and assessor
- Taught on both TAFE ELICOS and Foundation courses for certificate and diploma courses.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, tests and course work.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centred learning.
- Delivered specialist courses writing course content assessment tools in: Grammar and Writing, Pronunciation, Overseas Trained Teachers (OTT) and the OET course for overseas doctors and health professionals
- Established, developed and led a team of teacher in the delivery of the CSWE 4 Further Studies course
- Development of resources and booklets, assessments and online activities for the CSWE IV Further Studies course and the CSWE III General English and Further Studies courses
- Developed and created the TAFE QLD online Connect course content currently in use
- Writing the Assessment Task Indicators for the Further Studies program as part of the new CSWE curriculum
- Development and coordination of non-assessable courses in Further Studies using the CSET curriculum
- Mentoring of new and current teachers at all levels
- In my Leading Vocational teacher (LVT) role I worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and students to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with management, teachers, students and other faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies for implementing programs.
- Chairing meetings and organizing cross campus professional development
- Academic counselling and level assessment for students
- Marking and placement students using interviews and assessment entrance testing
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Worked flexible hours; nights and holiday shifts.
Classroom Teacher and Class Coordinator
Shafston International College
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Teaching General English and Cambridge Business English Courses for overseas students
- Curriculum and resource development, student assessment and student reports
- Kept students on-task with proactive behaviour modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and management to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardised testing results.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centred learning.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication
ELICOS Classroom Teacher/Education Officer
TAFE NSW Institute Of Technology
01.1995 - 01.2000
- Teaching the Certificate in English for TAFE, General English courses, English for Business and Computer Literacy Skills
- English for TAFE classes to prepare students for further academic study, with focus upon the skills required for TAFE or university study in Australia
- Responsible for all aspects of syllabus development, lesson planning and preparation, resource development and syllabus design
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, tests and course work and recorded results for student report on TAFE database
- Design and implementation of group study tours for students from Japan, Korea and China
- Administration role as Education Officer overseeing course administration, staff training and communication, curriculum and syllabus development
- Assessment procedures including initial placement tests, overseeing staff assessment procedures, and the implementation of new content into the program
- Academic counselling, staff liaison, familiarisation with educational and financial procedures as well as the operations of overseas agents and students
- Responsibility for scheduling relief staff within the Centre
- Student enrolment, student fees and orientation procedures
- Familiarisation with EEO access and policies within an educational context
- Coordinated the self-study program within the TAFE ELICOS Centre
- Preparation and teaching the IELTS academic module for adult migrants
- Design and implementation of an 18 week IELTS course which include lesson planning, resource development and assessment procedures
Classroom Teacher
ELICOS Centre, Alpha Beta College
01.1992 - 09.1993
- Teaching General English and English for Academic Purposes (EAP) ranging from elementary to advanced levels
- Delivery of Specialist Workshops in Functional English, Media Studies and Academic Writing
- Co-ordination of Administrative and Assessment Procedures, Resource Maintenance and Development, Syllabus Design and Implementation and
- Staff Development Workshops
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and students to help learners reach their learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behaviour modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Casual Teacher
Adult Migrant English Service, AMES
01.1993 - 10.1994
- Teaching general English language classes across a range of levels from beginners to advanced
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualised plans to optimise student education.
- Administered assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Casual Teacher
Redfern Community College
01.1992 - 01.1993
- Teaching English for new arrivals to intermediate level students
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behaviour modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and students to help students reach learning objectives.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Business Journalist
BRW, Ultimo
01.1989 - 01.1991
- Property/Finance Journalist for a real estate industry publication
- Researching, Reporting and wrote pieces and news stories for business publications, coordinating images and layout to deliver proper presentation.
- Freelance contributor to Personal Investment and the BRW Technology
- Achieved a J3 or B-Grade level
- Performed research and checked facts to maintain high standard of journalistic integrity.
- Organised material, determined area of emphasis, and wrote stories according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
- Evaluated and followed up on news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
Education
Diploma in TESOL - TESOL
University of Technology (UTS)
SydneyBachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Technology (UTS)
Sydney, NSWUpgrade to TAE 40116 Certificate IV in Training and -
Plenty
2022
Certificate IV TAE40110 IN Training and Assessment - undefined
TAFE
2013
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (with upgrade) - undefined
TAFE QLD
2008
Statement of Attainment, Assessor, Introduction to theInternational Second Language Proficiency Ratings - undefined
Applied Linguistics and LanguagesGriffith University
2005
Certificate IV in Assessment and Workplace Training - undefined
TAFE QLD
2005
Graduate Certificate - Teaching English to, Other Languages
NSW TAFE
1994
Statement of Attainment in Teaching in the Multicultural - undefined
ClassroomNSW TAFE
1993
Skills
- Student-Centred Learning
- Creative Lesson Plan Development
- Technology Integration
- Learning Modalities
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Community Involvement and dealing with diverse multicultural language backgrounds
- Classroom Management
- Adult Education
- EAL-English as an Additional Language
- Academic writing skills and material selection
- Student Records Management
- Essay and Report Writing Technique Development
Timeline
Leading Vocational Teacher
TAFE Queensland, South Bank Campus
01.2001 - Current
Classroom Teacher and Class Coordinator
Shafston International College
01.2000 - 01.2001
ELICOS Classroom Teacher/Education Officer
TAFE NSW Institute Of Technology
01.1995 - 01.2000
Casual Teacher
Adult Migrant English Service, AMES
01.1993 - 10.1994
Classroom Teacher
ELICOS Centre, Alpha Beta College
01.1992 - 09.1993
Casual Teacher
Redfern Community College
01.1992 - 01.1993
Business Journalist
BRW, Ultimo
01.1989 - 01.1991
Diploma in TESOL - TESOL
University of Technology (UTS)
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Technology (UTS)
Upgrade to TAE 40116 Certificate IV in Training and -
Plenty
Certificate IV TAE40110 IN Training and Assessment - undefined
TAFE
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (with upgrade) - undefined
TAFE QLD
Statement of Attainment, Assessor, Introduction to theInternational Second Language Proficiency Ratings - undefined
Applied Linguistics and LanguagesGriffith University
Certificate IV in Assessment and Workplace Training - undefined
TAFE QLD
Graduate Certificate - Teaching English to, Other Languages
NSW TAFE
Statement of Attainment in Teaching in the Multicultural - undefined
ClassroomNSW TAFE
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