Donald Stewart
Gold Coast
Summary
Dynamic educator with over twenty years experience at Education Queensland, adept at differentiated instruction and fostering student engagement. Proven track record in enhancing literacy skills and implementing data-driven practices. Skilled in maintaining positive relationships with parents and colleagues, while effectively managing classroom behaviour to create a supportive learning environment.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Education Queensland
01.2014 - 04.2025
- Teaching Years 2 and 3
- Workplace Health and Safety Officer ensuring compliance with Workplace Health and Safety regulations through meticulous record-keeping and timely submissions of required reports.
- Served as an expert resource on health and safety matters within the school.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Provided Specialist Art Lessons for students in the Early Years
- Created a school ANZAC Mural
Teacher
Education Queensland
01.2007 - 12.2013
- Teaching Years 4, 5 and 7
- Attending School Camps
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behaviour to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Teacher
Education Queensland
01.2003 - 12.2006
- Teaching Years 3 and 4
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
Teacher
Education Queensland
01.2002 - 06.2002
- Teaching Years 3 and 4
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behaviour to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Art Teacher
Education Queensland
07.2001 - 12.2001
- Teaching Years 8, 10 and 12
- Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies, maintaining discipline while fostering creativity and individuality in student work.
- Established a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encouraged open communication and collaboration among students.
Education
Graduate Bachelor of Education - Education
James Cook University
QLD12-2000
Bachelor of Visual Art - Graphic Design, Art History, Illustration
James Cook University
QLD12-1996
Skills
- Data-driven classroom practice
- Student engagement
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative planning
- Behaviour Management
- Initial Lit
- Naplan preparation
- Maintaining positive relationships with parents, staff and students
Affiliations
- Queensland College of Teachers
- Queensland Teachers Union
Timeline
Teacher
Education Queensland
01.2014 - 04.2025
Teacher
Education Queensland
01.2007 - 12.2013
Teacher
Education Queensland
01.2003 - 12.2006
Teacher
Education Queensland
01.2002 - 06.2002
Art Teacher
Education Queensland
07.2001 - 12.2001
Graduate Bachelor of Education - Education
James Cook University
Bachelor of Visual Art - Graphic Design, Art History, Illustration
James Cook University