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Chelsea Hobson

Chelsea Hobson

Vaucluse

Summary

I am a dedicated educator specialising in Vocational Education and Training (VET), with a passion for fostering student success. My experience in teaching Construction, along with a proactive approach to resource development and community engagement, allows me to create enriching, hands on learning experiences. I am committed to continually enhancing our VET programs by sharing best practices with colleagues and broader educational communities. Growing up in a rural town has instilled in me a deep sense of connectedness and generosity, which I bring to my efforts to support students and build meaningful relationships within the school and community. I am eager to leverage my skills and enthusiasm to further the goals of a dynamic educational institution, ensuring every student has the support and opportunities needed to thrive in their vocational paths.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

VET and Technologies Teacher

Waverley College
01.2023 - Current
  • Experience teaching: Stage 4 Technology Mandatory (Engineering, Design, Coding, Timber), Stage 5 Food Technology, Stage 6 VET Construction.
  • As a VET and Technologies Teacher at Waverley College, I am responsible for delivering engaging and informative lessons in the fields of Vocational Education and Training (VET) and Technologies.
  • My role involves collaborating with colleagues to create a dynamic and inclusive learning environment, adapting projects to fit class sizes and available work area, developing and sharing resources to enhance student engagement and understanding, monitoring student progress, providing necessary support, and helping students overcome challenges and succeed in academic and work placements.
  • I have encouraged students in achievements outside the classroom and have mentored a student towards representing Waverley College at state level at the NSW VET Training Awards.
  • Outside my role as a teacher, I have had the privilege of working alongside the Aboriginal Liaison Officer to support Walawaani students in exploring their cultural heritage.
  • On several occasions, I have accompanied these students on excursions, helping them connect with their cultural backgrounds.
  • Additionally, I have collaborated with the Go Foundation, an organisation dedicated to providing educational opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.

Technologies Teacher

Terrigal High School
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Experience teaching: Stage 4 Technology Mandatory (Textiles, Food, Engineering), Stage 5 Engineering, Stage 5 Textile, Stage 6 Textiles.
  • During my experience as a Technologies Teacher at Terrigal High School, I facilitated learning experiences in technology related subjects, guided students in exploring various technological tools and applications, taught 3D CAD design and 3D printing, used the laser cutter and Adobe Illustrator for project manufacturing, provided mentorship and support to students, and underwent continuous learning to enhance professional development.
  • Outside my commitments as a Technologies teacher, I offered my assistance before school and during planning periods to assist colleagues and their senior classes finalise projects for the HSC.
  • I underwent training to become the Anti Racism Contact Officer and was successful in a shared position of Year 9 Year Advisor.

VET and Technologies Teacher

Quirindi High School
01.2021 - 12.2021
  • Experience teaching: Stage 4 Technology Mandatory (Timber), Stage 4 Timber Elective, Stage 6 VET Construction, Stage 6 Industrial Technology Timber.
  • At Quirindi High School, my role as a VET and Technologies Teacher involved building positive relationships and engagement with all levels of the school, mentoring students, collaborating with the Aboriginal Liaison Officer, participating in activities to support students' interests and skills development, and demonstrating well developed interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Outside my commitments of a teacher, I volunteered my afternoons twice a week to study centre, assisted breakfast clubs in the morning and provided assistance to staff in upskilling through the use of ICT programs such as Fusion 360.

Education

Bachelor of Teaching Technologies (Honours) -

University of Newcastle
Newcastle, NSW
11.2020

Bachelor of Secondary Education -

University of New England
Armidale, NSW
11.2016

Higher School Certificate -

Tamworth High School
Tamworth, NSW
12.2015

Skills

  • Adaptability
  • Collaboration
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Student Engagement
  • Upskilling
  • Organisation
  • Time Management
  • ICT
  • Creativity
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure
  • RTO Platform - aXcellerate
  • Learning Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Platform

Certification

CPC10120 - Certificate I in Construction


CPC20220 - Certificate II in Construction


CPC33020 - Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying


TAE40122 - Certificate IV in Training and Assessment


Anti-Racism Contact Officer

References

  • James Spargo, Waverley College, jspargo@waverley.nsw.edu.au, 0404408590
  • Kim Spicer, Waverley College, kspicer@waverley.nsw.edu.au, 0401091080
  • Lisa Lawson, Camden Haven, lisa.lawson@det.nsw.edu.au, 0428462366

Timeline

VET and Technologies Teacher

Waverley College
01.2023 - Current

Technologies Teacher

Terrigal High School
01.2022 - 12.2022

VET and Technologies Teacher

Quirindi High School
01.2021 - 12.2021

Bachelor of Teaching Technologies (Honours) -

University of Newcastle

Bachelor of Secondary Education -

University of New England

Higher School Certificate -

Tamworth High School

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