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Celeste Wright

Thornlands,QLD

Summary

Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Inclusion Teacher

Education Queensland Eagleby South State School
07.2021 - Current
  • Cultivated connections with families and strong student rapport to foster school engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Collaborated with teachers, occupational therapists, speech therapists, guidance officers, Indigenous social workers and leadership team members to create sustainable, individualised student support plans.
  • Developed and implemented Individual Learning Plans, Individual Support Plans, Individual Curriculum Plans, and Individual Behaviour Plans.
  • Developed Mindfulness, Zones of Regulation, Art Therapy and Reading programs to support individual learning needs and overall student wellbeing.
  • Monitored student progress to evaluate effectiveness of support strategies including various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Facilitated small group learning and individual instruction to address student learning needs.
  • Helped students with special needs feel included in general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
  • Provided emotional support to students and families.
  • Mentored new, and assisted experienced teachers to write Inclusion students' progress notes and record information for NCCD, through Oneschool.
  • Coordinated teacher aides and other support staff.
  • Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on trauma informed education strategies.

Primary Classroom Teacher

Education Queensland, Eagleby South State School
05.2015 - 07.2021

2021 Year 5, 2020 Year 6, 2019 Year 2, 2018 Year Prep/1, 2017 prep, 2016 Prep, 2015 Year 1

  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Offered supplementary and individualised instruction for students at-risk, below level and with special needs.
  • Reinforced positive behaviour by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Developed positive rapport with students of various and diverse backgrounds.
  • Met with parents to review Individual Student Plans in addition to routine Parent-Teacher Interviews.
  • Scheduled and directed excursions and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
  • Maintained knowledge of school curriculum, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
  • Used learning stations to help students develop communication skills and build relationships.
  • Delivered audio-visual presentations on various platforms to cater to different learning styles.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and alternative learning environment.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in education process.
  • Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
  • Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Established and enforced behaviour expectations to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
  • Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
  • Kept classroom clean, organised, and safe for students and visitors.
  • Organised classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
  • Attended and contributed to students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.

Education

Graduate Diploma of Education -

Griffith University
Gold Coast, QLD
2011

Bachelor of Health Science - Public Health

Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD
2009

Skills

  • Autism, ADHD, Physical & Intellectual impairment, Speech Language disorders, behaviour disorders
  • Childhood Trauma and Neurosequential Model of Education
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration
  • Social and Academic Development
  • Mindfullness and Wellbeing
  • Aboriginal justice and equity
  • Low Socio-Economic and disadvantaged populations
  • Parent and Guardian Communication
  • Team Collaboration
  • Student Relationships
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Behaviour Management

Additional Information

Referees;

Andrew Barnes, Eagleby South State School, Principal; Mob 0480 208 934, Mob 0475 826 878, Ph 07 3802 9222

Jenni McClaer, Eagleby South State School, Deputy Principal; Mob 0402 839 420, Ph 07 3802 9222

Amber Lloyd, Eagleby South State School, Guidance Officer; Mob 0431 338 793, Ph 07 3802 9222

Fiona Leppard, Eagleby South State School, Experienced Senior Teacher; Mob 0407 444 619, Ph 07 3802 9222

Aunty Rita Moore, Community Education Counsellor (Identified), Eagleby South State School; Mob 0401 086 479, Ph 07 3802 9222


Timeline

Inclusion Teacher

Education Queensland Eagleby South State School
07.2021 - Current

Primary Classroom Teacher

Education Queensland, Eagleby South State School
05.2015 - 07.2021

Graduate Diploma of Education -

Griffith University

Bachelor of Health Science - Public Health

Queensland University of Technology
Celeste Wright