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Dannielle Harmer

Mackay,QLD

Summary

I'm a passionate and dedicated educator at St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School, where I love creating engaging and inclusive learning experiences that help students thrive. I'm highly organised and enjoy managing a variety of responsibilities, from lesson planning to coordinating events. I value collaboration and mentoring and I’m always looking for ways to support my colleagues and students. Promoting teamwork and student engagement is at the heart of my teaching and I strive to bring energy, creativity and clear communication into everything I do.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Catholic Education Rockhampton Diocese
Mackay, QLD
01.2011 - Current
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Support the spiritual development of students through faith-based learning experiences.
  • Facilitated classroom activities that promote student participation and learning.
  • Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to enhance teaching strategies and share resources.
  • Implemented support programs for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Communicated effectively with parents about student performance and behavior.
  • Supported students in developing their own relationships with the Church through liturgical celebrations.
  • Assisted students in completing sacraments by helping to run workshops.
  • Organised extracurricular activities for staff to foster community involvement and teamwork.
  • Build and maintain respectful, compassionate, and inclusive relationships with students, staff, and families, grounded in Catholic principles.
  • Maintained a positive classroom environment that encourages respect and inclusion.
  • Incorporate social justice themes into teaching and learning activities.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
  • Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.

Mentor Teacher

Catholic Education Rockhampton Diocese
Mackay, QLD
01.2024 - 12.2024

Guided a Careers Assistance Program pre-service teacher in the following ways:

  • Provide ongoing mentorship and constructive feedback to the pre-service teacher in alignment with program goals and teaching standards.
  • Facilitate regular reflection sessions to encourage professional growth and self-awareness.
  • Demonstrate high-quality instructional strategies, classroom management techniques, and inclusive practices.
  • Share planning, assessment and reporting processes to build the pre-service teacher's confidence and competence.
  • Engage in collaborative lesson planning and co-teaching opportunities to support hands-on learning.
  • Encourage the pre-service teacher to take increasing responsibility for teaching and learning activities.
  • Introduce the pre-service teacher to the school’s ethos, policies, and professional expectations.
  • Promote a positive and respectful learning environment that reflects the school’s values.
  • Maintain communication with program coordinators regarding the pre-service teacher's progress.

Curriculum Team

St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School
Mackay, QLD
01.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve goals and tackle student challenges.
  • Participated in professional development to enhance teaching strategies.
  • Mentored teachers on effective integration of mathematical routines in classrooms.
  • Fostered teamwork to drive progress towards common objectives.
  • Implemented alternative teaching strategies in my own classroom and provided feedback to other teachers during our staff meetings.
  • Delivered curriculum-based presentations to coworkers and the parent board to explain new routines within our classrooms and demonstrated these routines to colleagues.

House Day Coordinator

St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School
Mackay, QLD
01.2023 - Current

Role Purpose:
The House Day Coordinator plays a key role in fostering school spirit, promoting Catholic values, and encouraging student participation through the organisation and leadership of House Day activities. This role involves energising the school community, coordinating house point systems, and celebrating student achievements in a fun and inclusive environment.

  • Lead whole-school assemblies and events with enthusiasm and confidence, speaking in front of students and staff to promote house pride and school spirit.
  • Motivate and inspire students to actively participate in House Day activities through engaging presentations and positive reinforcement.
  • Liase with the grade 6 teachers to ensure the captains have organised their chosen games for House Day games.
  • Clearly communicate how students can earn house points by demonstrating Catholic values such as kindness, respect, and compassion, following Jesus’ example and God’s golden rule.
  • Encourage participation, good manners, and teamwork across all year levels.

Soccer Coach Volunteer

Magpies
Mackay, QLD
01.2023 - Current
  • Organised practice sessions to enhance player skills and teamwork.
  • Developed game strategies to improve overall team performance.
  • Coordinated team schedules and communicated with players and parents.
  • Evaluated player performance to identify areas for improvement.
  • Conducted drills focusing on technique, fitness, and tactical awareness.
  • Promoted a positive environment encouraging player engagement and enjoyment.
  • Supervised safety protocols before, during, and after practices or games.
  • Provided feedback on individual players' performances during practices and games.
  • Ensured proper use of equipment by children while playing or practicing soccer.
  • Organised and participated in selling raffle tickets to raise money for the club.

Education

Bachelor of Learning Management (Early Childhood) - Education

Central Queensland University
Mackay, QLD
11-2010

Skills

  • Highly organised professional with experience in planning, scheduling, and delivering structured learning experiences
  • Prioritising tasks and managing time effectively to meet deadlines and maintain a balanced workload
  • Creating lesson plans, event timelines, and activity schedules that are clear, structured, and achievable
  • Managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously, such as teaching, mentoring and coordinating events
  • Adjusting teaching strategies, plans, or approaches to meet the diverse needs of students and respond to changing circumstances
  • Remaining calm and effective under pressure and bouncing back from setbacks or unexpected challenges
  • Being receptive to new ideas, feedback, and different perspectives from students, colleagues and parents
  • Willingness to try new technologies, teaching methods, or school initiatives with a positive attitude
  • Reading the room and responding appropriately to the emotional climate of the classroom or staffroom
  • Taking proactive steps when opportunities or challenges arise, even outside of your usual responsibilities
  • Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment that encourages open communication and mutual support

Timeline

Mentor Teacher

Catholic Education Rockhampton Diocese
01.2024 - 12.2024

Curriculum Team

St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School
01.2023 - Current

House Day Coordinator

St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School
01.2023 - Current

Soccer Coach Volunteer

Magpies
01.2023 - Current

Teacher

Catholic Education Rockhampton Diocese
01.2011 - Current

Bachelor of Learning Management (Early Childhood) - Education

Central Queensland University
Dannielle Harmer