christopher hunt
Walgett,Australia
Summary
Accomplished Assistant Principal and School Teacher with a proven track record at the Department of Education, enhancing student achievement and teacher effectiveness through data-driven instruction and instructional leadership. Excelled in fostering parent engagement and building strong student and parent relations. Demonstrated expertise in creating a positive academic environment and improving school culture.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
Department Of Education
07.2005 - 12.2024
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Evaluated teacher performance against established benchmarks, providing actionable feedback for improvement purposes.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Mentored new teachers in navigating their roles within the school system effectively.
- Coordinated special events such as parent-teacher conferences, open houses, and graduation ceremonies to promote a sense of community within the school.
- Implemented effective communication channels between administrators, teachers, students, and parents to foster strong relationships within the school community.
School Teacher
Department Of Education
02.1995 - 12.2024
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Evaluated student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to address individual needs.
- Developed positive rapport with students through empathetic listening and genuine interest in their lives outside of school.
- Enhanced classroom management skills, resulting in a more focused and productive learning environment.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge by attending conferences, workshops, and relevant training sessions, ensuring the most current practices were utilized in the classroom setting.
- Developed positive rapport with students of various and diverse backgrounds.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, leading to increased involvement in their child''s education.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lessons that reinforced core concepts across multiple subjects.
- Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning.
- Boosted student engagement by incorporating project-based learning activities into lesson plans.
- Maintained positive and professional classroom environment throughout school year.
Education
Bachelor Of Education - Primary School Teaching
Catholic University Strathfield
09.1999
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Parent engagement and communication
- Student achievement
- Data-driven instruction
- Student and parent relations
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Department Of Education
07.2005 - 12.2024
School Teacher
Department Of Education
02.1995 - 12.2024
Bachelor Of Education - Primary School Teaching
Catholic University Strathfield
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