Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Professional Development
Volunteering
Certification
References
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Catherine Letham

Randwick

Summary

Dedicated and passionate primary school teacher with experience in creating engaging, nurturing and inclusive learning environments. Committed to fostering a love of learning and supporting the academic, social, and emotional development of every student. Driven to ensure equality and equity in the classroom and build confidence in students. Seeking to leverage my skills and expertise to enhance the school community by sharing my interests such as; cooking, rugby and music and encouraging students to do the same.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Casual Relief Teacher

Anzuk Education
10.2023 - Current


  • Adapted quickly to different school environments and instructional requirements, ensuring effective classroom management and student engagement.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by employing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
  • Implemented effective behaviour management strategies, resulting in improved student focus and participation.
  • Demonstrated flexibility, professionalism, and adaptability in meeting the diverse needs of students and school communities.


Primary School Teacher

Thorntree Primary School
08.2022 - 06.2023
  • Developed strong relationships with pupils, guardians and colleagues through effective communication and collaboration, fostering a supportive learning environment for students.
  • Improved reading skills and increased confidence of students through the implementation of a professional inquiry which was based on needs identified within my class.
  • Learned and taught Makaton for a poem for our Scottish Burns assembly and Christmas show song which was performed to the rest of the school and parents/carers.
  • Supported the children’s social and emotional development through the PATHS Programme and the Story Massage Programme.
  • Enhanced students critical thinking skills by implementing project-based learning activities and real-world examples into lessons.
  • Outside of school hours I jointly led a 5-day school residential trip with a group of Primary 7 students which focused on developing team building skills, independence, self-esteem and resilience whilst participating in outdoor activities such as raft-building, canoeing and rock climbing.


Customer Representative

Kiehl's
05.2021 - 08.2021


  • Increased sales by building strong customer relationships and providing excellent service.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues with professionalism.

Makeup Artist

Armani
05.2018 - 12.2020
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized makeup consultations and product recommendations.
  • Established rapport with clients by attentively listening to their needs and preferences, cultivating repeat business.

Education

Professional Graduate Diploma in Education -

University of Strathclyde
Glasgow
06.2022

Joint Honours in Social Policy and Psychology -

University of Strathclyde
Glasgow, Scotland
05.2021

Skills

Establishing positive relationships and rapport with students, colleagues and parents/guardians

Differentiation abilities to support and provide challenge for all students

Classroom and Time Organisation

Classroom Management

Problem-solving and Adaptability

Responsive planning and Assessment

Professional Development


  • Time for Inclusive Education (TIE) Training - August 2022
  • All Behaviour is Communication - August 2022
  • PATHS Training - August 2022
  • iPad OTB Training - August 2022
  • Barriers to EAL Training - November 2022
  • Story Massage Training - October-Present
  • IDL Probationer Training - February 2023
  • Aboriginal Cultural Education - April 2024
  • Anaphylaxis Training - April 2024
  • Anti-Racism Policy Training - April 2024
  • Code of Conduct Training - April 2024
  • Child Protection Awareness - April 2024
  • Child Protection Update (2024)- April 2024
  • Cyber Security Training - April 2024
  • Data Breach Response Training - April 2024
  • e-Emergency Care Training - April 2024
  • Fraud and Corruption Control - April 2024
  • Work Health and Safety Induction Training - April 2024

Volunteering

Prison Playroom Volunteer- Toybox Charity within Barlinnie Prison, Glasgow (2018-2019)

Supported school events (2022-2023)

Supported and led school trips with my own class and with other stages (2021-2023)

Supported modern language lessons in upper primary school (2023)

Assisted with school football team (Jan 2023-June 2023)



Certification

General Teaching Council for Scotland -Provisional Registration (2022)

General Teaching Council for Scotland - Full Registration (2023)

Provision Registration to Teach - VIT (2023)

Provisional Registration to Teach - NESA (2024)

Working with Children Check NSW- Valid until 2029

References

Anne Neville, Assistant Principal, Preston North-East Primary School, Melbourne.

Phone: 0394788077  

Email: Anne.neville@education.vic.gov.au


Madison Keough, Accounts Manager, ANZUK Education, Melbourne.

Phone: 0399773851

Email: Madison.k@anzuk.education 

Timeline

Casual Relief Teacher

Anzuk Education
10.2023 - Current

Primary School Teacher

Thorntree Primary School
08.2022 - 06.2023

Customer Representative

Kiehl's
05.2021 - 08.2021

Makeup Artist

Armani
05.2018 - 12.2020

Professional Graduate Diploma in Education -

University of Strathclyde

Joint Honours in Social Policy and Psychology -

University of Strathclyde

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