Claire WELLINGTON
Manjimup,WA
Summary
Passionate and dedicated primary educator with experience supporting children's learning and development across various intelligences. Possesses excellent organization and communication skills, adaptable to changing classroom needs while maintaining a positive learning environment. Expertise in lesson planning, classroom management, and student engagement. Known for being a reliable team player, recognized for flexibility and dependability. Solid background in providing flexible teaching solutions and creating a positive learning environment that addresses diverse student needs. Demonstrates strong classroom management skills and adaptability in dynamic educational environments. Proven in nurturing young minds and creating engaging learning experiences. Consistently delivers results through collaborative efforts. Contributes to overall educational success with reliability, flexibility, expertise in classroom management, and curriculum planning.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Casual Relief Teacher
Department Of Education
07.2024 - Current
- Implemented effective behaviour management strategies, resulting in improved student focus and participation.
- Developed positive classroom environment, fostering collaboration and respect among students.
- Contributed to curriculum development initiatives, ensuring alignment with state standards and relevance to modern contexts.
- Provided instructional support to students with special needs through differentiated instruction and accommodations tailored to their unique requirements.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Educator
Manjimup Outside School Hours Care
12.2023 - Current
- Ensured adherence to all state regulations regarding child care services within an educational setting.
- Established positive relationships with families based on trust, professionalism, and mutual respect for successful partnership in child care provision.
- Ensured the health and safety of children by consistently monitoring their activities both indoors and outdoors.
- Coordinated with other staff members effectively in order to provide a cohesive childcare program promoting teamwork and collaboration.
Bus Aide
Warren Bus Services
07.2022 - Current
- Supporting students with physical and mental disabilities to board, disembark and ride bus.
- Interacting and building relationships with students from primary school to high school
- Supervised students and maintained discipline on bus to reduce driver distraction hence ensuring safety and wellbeing of all students on the bus.
- Informed parents of student behavioural changes to formulate guidelines and solutions.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with teachers, students and parents.
Pre-Service Teacher
Curtin University
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Assisted in the improvement of standardized test scores by implementing targeted instructional strategies and providing individualized student support.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to cater to varying learning styles and abilities within the classroom effectively.
- Contributed to a positive school climate by actively participating in professional development opportunities, collaborating with colleagues, and engaging with the community through various events and initiatives.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units that connected concepts across multiple subject areas, enriching students'' understanding of complex topics.
- Built strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, fostering a supportive network for academic success at home and in school settings alike.
- Continuously improved skills through ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
Before/after school care Educator
Camp Australia
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Engaging children in educative, fun activities
- Building trusting and positive relationships with children and parents by listening to concerns/queries and catering to needs
- Using Camp Australia strategies (such as VSHAPE) to ensure utmost safety and supervision of the children
- Prepare breakfast and afternoon tea
- Carry out cleaning duties to ensure compliance with relevant health and COVID-19 regulations
- Participate in team meetings and discussions.
Holiday Program leader
Karratha Leisureplex
12.2021 - 02.2022
- Organised and ran activities for children to engage in
- Provided a safe environment for children to interact and participate in activities
- Established and built positive relationships with children, parents, and staff
- Managed behavioural issues via preventative strategies and communicating with parents
- Set-up and pack up of a wide range of inflatables, cooking sessions, art sessions, etc.
Pre-service teacher
Student teaching practicum
10.2021 - 11.2021
- Developed and designed lesson plans in Mathematics, English, Science, and HASS
- Taught fun, engaging lessons in whole-class, small groups, and one-on-one situations
- Provided learning opportunities which engaged and excited all learners
- Prepared and enacted interactive daily literacy and numeracy reviews
- Established and built positive relationships with students and staff
- Engaged in reflective practice daily to implement improvements in my teaching.
Fruit packer
SmashStrawb
12.2020 - 02.2021
- Quality control – Checked fruits of different sizes and types and removed rotting and over-ripened fruits
- Inspected all merchandise prior to being shipped off
- Loaded merchandise onto pallets according to sheet outlines
- Cleaned and tidied job site and maintained a safe workplace.
Fruit packing
Applewood Packing
01.2016 - 02.2019
- Inspected all incoming merchandise to meet production standards in accordance to quality control policies
- Prepared product for shipment by packing items as according to order sheet
- Created and prepared all labels for storage or shipment
- Affix labels to incoming merchandise from suppliers to input quantities into system and determine correct location for routing to storage areas.
Tutor
02.2017 - 11.2017
- Assisted students in prioritising, organising, and completing work before deadlines
- Strong interpersonal skills in working with students to help them improve and succeed
- Arranged revision tools and created study materials based on current ability levels
- Guided student learning through goal setting to reach achievements.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Curtin University
Perth, WA09.2024
Skills
- Positive relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Classroom and behaviour management
- Reflective practice
- Student engagement and motivation
- Complex problem-solving
- Differentiated instruction
- Lesson planning, organisation and implementation
- IEP understanding
- Familiar with PLD, InitiaLit, and Spelling Mastery programs
- IEP understanding
- Familiar with PLD, InitiaLit, and Spelling Mastery programs
Qualifications
- Working with Children Check
- First Aid – CPR, Asthma, Anaphylaxis
- Drivers Licence
- Police clearance check – Education
- Computer skills – Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Smart Board, Classroom Dojo, SeeSaw.
- Good communication and written skills
- Double vaccination against COVID-19
References
- Meg Chandler, Mentor teacher during final teaching placement, Kojonup District High School, 0437 011 047, meg.chandler@education.edu.wa.au
- Nat Muir, Warren Bus Service, 0418 956 300
- Donna Henning, M.O.S.H. (Manjimup Outside School Hours Care), 0436 279 889
- Annalise Lanzini, Personal character reference, 0475 507 301, annaliselanzini@outlook.com
Hobbies and Interests
- Family
- Soccer
- Music
- Arts and Crafts
Volunteering
- Curtin Volunteers, Manning Primary School, 08/19, 05/20, Established and built strong, trusting relationships with students, Provided struggling students with assistance and positive reinforcement, Flexibly assisted the teacher with any task required
- Curtin Volunteers, Kent St Study Buddy Program, 03/19, 05/19, Forming relationships and building trust with at-risk students, Assist students in their work and ensure they stay focused on tasks, Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills to help them achieve and succeed
- Curtin Volunteers, One-off Project: Mt. Lawley Toy Library Stocktake, 03/19, Cleaned and sanitized wide range of toys, Reported any damage to toys while sanitising, Stocktake and re-organisation of shelving space, Coordinated with other volunteers
- Assistant Coach, Manjimup United Soccer Club (MUSC), 09/17, 12/17, Assisted in team organisation, strategies, and training drills, Provided support and additional tips for players, Filled in as assistant referee/linesman
Timeline
Casual Relief Teacher
Department Of Education
07.2024 - Current
Pre-Service Teacher
Curtin University
04.2024 - 07.2024
Educator
Manjimup Outside School Hours Care
12.2023 - Current
Bus Aide
Warren Bus Services
07.2022 - Current
Before/after school care Educator
Camp Australia
05.2022 - 07.2022
Holiday Program leader
Karratha Leisureplex
12.2021 - 02.2022
Pre-service teacher
Student teaching practicum
10.2021 - 11.2021
Fruit packer
SmashStrawb
12.2020 - 02.2021
Tutor
02.2017 - 11.2017
Fruit packing
Applewood Packing
01.2016 - 02.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Curtin University
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