CHRISTINA MEITANIS
Gladstone Park,VIC
Summary
Experienced and highly regarded educator and educational leader with over two decades of teaching and leadership across all year levels from 3-year-old kindergarten to Year 6. Extensive experience in Professional Learning Community leadership, NAPLAN coordination, Respectful Relationships, and School-Wide Positive Behaviour frameworks. Known for building inclusive school cultures, strengthening student wellbeing, improving literacy outcomes, and supporting staff growth through collaboration and mentoring.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
F-6 Classroom Teacher
Coburg Primary School
01.2005 - Current
- Facilitated regular Professional Learning Community (PLC) meetings to foster collaboration among staff and improve instructional practices.
- Monitored student behaviour and implemented effective classroom management strategies to create a positive learning environment.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress, behaviour, and academic achievements.
- Designed and executed assessments to evaluate student learning outcomes and inform future instruction, including Naplan leadership, co-ordination and administration.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and refine curriculum materials that aligned with educational standards.
- Utilized technology to support instruction and enhance student engagement in classroom activities.
- Conducted individual and group assessments to identify students requiring additional support and tailored interventions accordingly.
- Implemented school-wide initiatives to promote a culture of continuous improvement and student success.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Championed inclusionary practices within the classroom setting by accommodating diverse needs of students with special education plans or language barriers, enabling them to succeed alongside peers in mainstream classrooms.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management, lesson planning, and professional development.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Monitored student behaviour and implemented effective classroom management strategies to create a positive learning environment.
Early Childhood Teacher
Mulberry Early Learning
01.2012 - 01.2012
Early Childhood Teacher
Little Skool House International
01.2010 - 01.2010
Educational Leader
Roly Poly Learning Centre
01.2009 - 01.2010
Classroom Teacher
Coburg Primary School
01.2006 - 01.2006
Classroom Teacher
King’s Park Primary School
01.2003 - 01.2003
Early Childhood Teacher
Carrington Child Care
01.2000 - 01.2000
Education
Bachelor Of Education - Early Childhood & Primary -
RMIT University
Bundoora, Victoria, VIC10-2002
Diploma Of Children's Services - Education
Kangan Institute
Melbourne, Victoria, VIC11-1999
Skills
- Educational and instructional leadership
- Professional Learning Community (PLC) leadership
- Student wellbeing and engagement
- NAPLAN coordination and data analysis
- Respectful Relationships implementation
- School-Wide Positive Behaviour (SWPB)
- Literacy intervention and support
- EAL (English as an Additional Language) support
- Curriculum leadership and differentiation
- Graduate teacher mentoring
- Family and community partnerships
Accomplishments
- Contributed to improved student behaviour and positive school culture through active membership on the School-Wide Positive Behaviour implementation team
- Strengthened literacy outcomes through PLC leadership focused on targeted data-driven teaching
- Successfully coordinated school-wide NAPLAN processes, supporting staff with planning, implementation, and data use
- Led the Respectful Relationships program, enhancing student wellbeing, inclusivity, and peer relationships
- Achieved measurable improvements in reading and writing for at-risk students through targeted intervention programs
- Supported students from diverse cultural and language backgrounds through specialist EAL support
- Developed strong graduate teacher mentoring structures improving confidence, classroom management, and instructional practice
- Strengthened family-school partnerships through effective communication and collaborative goal-setting
Languages
Greek
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Early Childhood Teacher
Mulberry Early Learning
01.2012 - 01.2012
Early Childhood Teacher
Little Skool House International
01.2010 - 01.2010
Educational Leader
Roly Poly Learning Centre
01.2009 - 01.2010
Classroom Teacher
Coburg Primary School
01.2006 - 01.2006
F-6 Classroom Teacher
Coburg Primary School
01.2005 - Current
Classroom Teacher
King’s Park Primary School
01.2003 - 01.2003
Early Childhood Teacher
Carrington Child Care
01.2000 - 01.2000
Bachelor Of Education - Early Childhood & Primary -
RMIT University
Diploma Of Children's Services - Education
Kangan Institute
LEADERSHIP & WHOLE-SCHOOL ROLES
- PLC Leader – driving collaborative planning, data analysis, and instructional improvement
- Respectful Relationships Co-ordinator – leading whole-school wellbeing initiatives
- NAPLAN Co-ordinator – overseeing assessment logistics, data interpretation, and reporting
- School-Wide Positive Behaviour Implementation Team – supporting consistent behaviour frameworks across the school
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & IMPACT
- Delivered high-quality teaching programs across all year levels from kindergarten to Year 6
- Led PLCs to strengthen instructional practice and improve student learning outcomes
- Coordinated NAPLAN across multiple year levels, ensuring effective administration and meaningful use of data
- Led Respectful Relationships initiatives to strengthen whole-school wellbeing and inclusive practices
- Supported the implementation of School-Wide Positive Behaviour frameworks
- Designed and delivered targeted literacy intervention programs for students at risk
- Provided specialist EAL support to enable equitable access to the curriculum
- Mentored graduate and early-career teachers to build confidence, classroom practice, and professional growth
- Built strong partnerships with families, leadership teams, and external agencies
PROFESSIONAL PHILOSOPHY
I believe every child has something positive to contribute and the ability to progress and succeed. Every question is important and deserves to be answered. I am committed to creating learning environments where students feel safe, valued, and confident to take risks in their learning, while being supported by high expectations, strong relationships, and inclusive practices.