Courtney Carter
Burleigh Heads,QLD
Summary
With over 11 years experience across multiple year levels ranging from prep to Year 8. Compassionate Substitute Teacher with distinguished knowledge of child development. Skilled at
working closely with students to maintain progression and control behavioral issues. Committed to keeping up with lesson plans whilst ensuring classrooms remain fun.
Experienced with students with
a variety of learning needs and cognitive abilities. Create impactful learning experiences through effective planning and targeted teaching. Reliable team player who ensures supportive and effective learning environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Casual Relief Teacher
Musgrave Hill State School
Southport, QLD
01.2024 - Current
- Taught a range of year levels from prep to year 6.
- Developed a positive classroom environment, fostering collaboration and respect among students.
- Implemented effective behavior management strategies, resulting in improved student focus and participation.
- Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms.
- Provided instructional support to students with special needs through differentiated instruction and accommodations tailored to their unique requirements.
- Led classroom activities for play-based and immersive learning.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Primary Teacher
Musgrave Hill State School
Southport
06.2019 - 08.2022
- Year 2 Teacher from July 2019- 2021
- Year 3 Teacher from January 2022 - August 2022 when I went on Maternity Leave
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive home-school partnership.
- Improved student reading levels by implementing targeted literacy interventions and progress monitoring.
- Incorporated engaging hands-on activities into lesson plans, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills among students.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Implemented behavior management strategies that fostered a respectful and inclusive classroom environment.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance and progress, ensuring timely intervention when needed.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching techniques.
Casual Relief Teacher
Queensland Education
Southport
03.2016 - 06.2019
- Developed a positive classroom environment, fostering collaboration and respect among students.
- Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms.
- Provided instructional support to students with special needs through differentiated instruction and accommodations tailored to their unique requirements.
- Led classroom activities for play-based and immersive learning.
- Completed documentation of attendance, grades, and other required details.
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing timely feedback for both academic growth and personal development.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary lessons that enriched the overall educational experience for students.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
Intermediate Teacher
Glenfield Intermediate School
Auckland, New Zealand
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Planned and implemented a variety of engaging and tailored lessons to students individual needs
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, accommodating diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, enriching students'' understanding of complex concepts across multiple subjects.
- Increased parent involvement in their child''s education by maintaining open communication and organizing informative meetings.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, using data-driven analysis to inform instructional decisions and support interventions as needed.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on educational research and trends to enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Promoted academic growth by providing targeted feedback on assignments, guiding students toward improvement in specific areas.
- Assessed student performance through formative and summative evaluations, adjusting instruction to meet individual needs.
- Enhanced student participation in class discussions by fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
Education
Bachelor Of Primary Education -
AUT
Auckland, Zealand 12.2013
Skills
- Classroom management
- Group instruction
- Lesson plan implementation
- Discipline
- Verbal and written communication
- Student engagement
- Positive reinforcement
- Lesson implementation
- Parent communication
- Differentiated instruction
- Assessment administration
- Special education
- Classroom organization
- Lesson planning
- Behavior management
Timeline
Casual Relief Teacher
Musgrave Hill State School
01.2024 - Current
Primary Teacher
Musgrave Hill State School
06.2019 - 08.2022
Casual Relief Teacher
Queensland Education
03.2016 - 06.2019
Intermediate Teacher
Glenfield Intermediate School
01.2014 - 12.2015
Bachelor Of Primary Education -
AUT