Courtney Thirgood
Hobart,TAS
Summary
I have a unique skill set that combines my background in radiation therapy with my passion for teaching, allowing me to contribute meaningfully to both healthcare and education. I’m well-versed in current breast cancer screening and treatment options and have a strong understanding of the psychosocial issues surrounding women’s health. I’m skilled at planning, implementing, and evaluating educational programs, ensuring they resonate with the audience. I’m excited about the opportunity to use my expertise to collaborate with communities and stakeholders to communicate the importance of early detection and effective breast cancer treatment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Guildford Young College
Glenorchy, TAS
01.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
Head of Science (Acting)
Hobart College
Mt Neson, TAS
01.2023 - 11.2025
- Established partnerships with local universities to provide resources, such as guest speakers.
- Created an environment that encourages collaboration among teachers, staff, parents, and students regarding matters related to science education.
- Assisted school administrators in budget planning for science-related materials and equipment purchases, including advocating for budget increases and grants.
- Oversaw the hiring process of new science support staff, and provided onboarding training.
- Provided guidance and support for teachers in developing lesson plans, instructional strategies, and assessment tools.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as Science Week activities and Science Outreach acitivities.
- Facilitated communication between stakeholders including parents, teachers, administrators, community organizations.
- Strategized and implemented methods for streamlining processes, controlling costs and modernizing operations.
Teacher
Decyp
Mount Nelson, TAS
01.2019 - 01.2025
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
Teacher
Guildford Young College
Hobart, TAS
01.2018 - 07.2019
Radiation Therapist
Icon Cancer Centre
Hobart, TAS
10.2018 - 01.2019
- Provided guidance to medical staff on radiation safety protocols and procedures.
- Performed radiation dosimetry calculations and prepared treatment plans for patient care.
- Maintained daily logs documenting all aspects of each treatment session.
- Monitored patients during treatments, ensuring accurate positioning and delivery of prescribed doses of radiation.
- Provided emotional support to patients undergoing painful or difficult treatments.
Radiation Therapist
Tasmanian Department of Health
Hobart, TAS
11.2015 - 01.2019
Education
Masters of Teaching - Education
University of Tasmania
TAS11-2017
Bachelor of Applied Science - Medical Radiations
RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC11-2009
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Community engagement
- Relationship building
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Verbal communication
Certification
- WWVP
- Current Australian driver's license
Timeline
Teacher
Guildford Young College
01.2025 - Current
Head of Science (Acting)
Hobart College
01.2023 - 11.2025
Teacher
Decyp
01.2019 - 01.2025
Radiation Therapist
Icon Cancer Centre
10.2018 - 01.2019
Teacher
Guildford Young College
01.2018 - 07.2019
Radiation Therapist
Tasmanian Department of Health
11.2015 - 01.2019
Masters of Teaching - Education
University of Tasmania
Bachelor of Applied Science - Medical Radiations
RMIT University
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