Claire Downie
Killara,NSW
Summary
Dedicated classroom teacher with over a decade of experience in lesson implementation and classroom management. Known for fostering positive environments and developing individual learning plans that enhance student engagement and success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Permanent Classroom Teacher
Neutral Bay Public School
Neutral Bay
01.2005 - 02.2012
- composite 2/3, Yr 3
- Mentored new teachers on instructional best practices and classroom management techniques.
- Worked with parents, administrators, and counsellors to develop individual learning plans for students with special needs.
- Organized and choreographed a number of dance performances for the North Sydney Dance Festival, Junior School Choir, and a major highlight participating in the Schools Spectacular 2006, 2009.
- Incorporated technology into the classroom with the use of laptops across a variety of subject areas.
- Assisted in the organisation of school events; Colour Run, and Jump Rope for Heart.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences, to meet individual needs.
Casual and permanent classroom teacher
Clovelly Public School
Clovelly
01.2001 - 12.2004
- Years 1,2,3
- Developed engaging lesson plans that aligned with curriculum standards.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and needs.
- Utilised educational technology to enhance learning experiences in the classroom use of SMART boards and computers
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching practices maths and literacy workshops
- Worked with students with special needs, including those with ESL.
- Assisted in the organisation of school events such as assemblies, athletic and swimming carnivals as well as excursions.
Casual and temporary classroom teacher
Berala public school
Berala
02.2000 - 12.2000
- K-6
- Maintained a positive classroom environment to support student behaviour and engagement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources and teaching strategies effectively.
- Facilitated engaging classroom activities to promote student participation and learning.
- Adapted to and embraced the community, understanding the importance of connection with the parents and students.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning atmosphere.
Education
Bachelor of Teaching/Bachelor of Social Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Newcastle
Newcastle, New South Wales, NSW12.1999
Skills
- Classroom management, providing a supportive, positive, and encouraging environment for all students
- Collaborative teaching, I work very well alongside other classroom teachers, happy to be guided or take the lead Able to adapt to any environment and different grades
- Parent-teacher communication: I develop a rapport very easily with parents and other staff members
- Lesson implementation: the ability to confidently implement another teacher's lesson plans, or implement my own
- Event coordination
- Problem solving
Affiliations
School volunteer Year 11 parent representitive ,volunteer school community events , under 9’s netball coach
Certification
Proficient Teacher Accreditation Card NESA ID 721667
Timeline
Permanent Classroom Teacher
Neutral Bay Public School
01.2005 - 02.2012
Casual and permanent classroom teacher
Clovelly Public School
01.2001 - 12.2004
Casual and temporary classroom teacher
Berala public school
02.2000 - 12.2000
Bachelor of Teaching/Bachelor of Social Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Newcastle