Edward Hodges
Cumbalum,NSW
Summary
Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
NSW Department of Education
Murwillumbah, NSW
01.2022 - Current
- Organised personalised learning planning meetings with all stakeholders to gather student background information.
- Initiated Personalised Learning plans for First Nation students, focusing on cultural and academic achievements.
- Collaborated with AEO to integrate First Nation cultural education activities into classes.
- Monitored attendance and reported academic progress to parents and stakeholders.
- Created reports for specialists, including occupational therapists and speech pathologists.
- Connected local businesses with students for weekly work experience opportunities.
- Designed engaging learning experiences tailored to student needs in the classroom.
- Developed risk management plans and behavior plans in collaboration with parents and specialists.
- Monitored student progress on an ongoing basis and provided feedback to parents regarding academic performance.
- Supervised daily operations within the school building including staffing assignments and scheduling events.
- Established positive relationships with local businesses in order to secure funding for various school projects and initiatives.
- Reviewed student records on a regular basis in order to identify areas where additional support may be required.
- Participated actively in extracurricular activities such as sports teams or clubs as needed.
- Implemented disciplinary measures when necessary while ensuring fairness is maintained at all times.
- Coordinated professional development activities for teachers in order to enhance their instructional skills.
- Served as a liaison between the school board, administration, faculty, parents, and community groups.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable state and federal laws pertaining to education.
- Created reports detailing accomplishments achieved during each semester or year for presentation at Board meetings.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to address any issues or concerns related to the educational program.
- Managed financial resources allocated by the school board while adhering strictly to budgetary guidelines.
- Collaborated with other administrators in developing strategies for improving student achievement levels.
- Actively sought out opportunities for professional growth through attending workshops or seminars.
- Developed and implemented school policies, procedures, and goals to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Maintained open communication channels with parents by responding promptly to inquiries or complaints.
- Provided leadership in creating a culture of respect, trust, collaboration, collaboration among faculty members.
Head Teacher of Inclusion
Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools
Murwillumbah, NSW
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Facilitated weekly meetings with a 10-member team to address student needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to optimize lesson delivery for equitable learning.
- Communicated student requirements to 80 colleagues via email and in-person discussions.
- Championed assessment modifications for students with neurodiverse backgrounds and trauma histories.
- Developed effective methods for monitoring student behavior and academic needs.
- Implemented data collection changes school-wide, securing over $500,000 in NCCD funding.
- Managed comprehensive learning and behavioral plans for high-risk students.
- Led round table discussions among stakeholders to ensure consistent information sharing.
Teacher of Special Education
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Communicate with parents regarding the learning needs and welfare of students.
- Organising specialists and itinerant to visit schools to deliver Professional development for staff members.
- Prepare case management meetings with colleagues to discuss learning and welfare of students.
- Design and implemented Risk management Plans, Behaviour plans and Individual learning plans in collaboration with all stakeholders.
- Implemented programs to enable students to be included into the school community and feel a part of the school.
- Collect and utilised data to ensure that effective teaching and environmental practices were implemented.
- Construct and established a Special Needs Unit (Multi-categorical unit) ensuring the needs of diverse students were met in a safe and calm environment.
- Initiate opportunities for students who identified as Aboriginal to explore and identify with their heritage through organising local Aboriginal Community members to deliver cultural workshops and excursions.
- Weekly report on student’s welfare and academic progress for parents and carers to peruse and discuss.
- Collaborate in the process of psychological analysis through completing forms such as The Basc Assessment.
- Liase with specialists including paediatricians, occupational therapists and psychologists to develop a thorough understanding of student educational and emotional needs.
- Ensure all students received the correct provisions for their assessments when completing their HSC, involving collaboration with NSW Education Standards Authority as well as parents and colleagues.
PD/H/PE and Preliminary Work Studies Teacher
Mount View High School
Cessnock, NSW
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Mentored students exhibiting challenging behaviors, fostering positive classroom engagement.
- Communicated student needs effectively to staff, parents, and care providers.
- Established partnerships with North Net and Cessnock District Learning Centre for student rehabilitation initiatives.
- Collaborated with educators and external agencies to develop Personal Learning Plans.
- Assessed student needs, planning and organising tailored lessons and activities.
- Cultivated relationships with students and parents from low socio-economic backgrounds.
- Forged partnerships with local businesses and charities to create work experience opportunities.
Education
Masters - Special and Inclusive Education
University of Sydney
Sydney, NSW01.2015
Post Graduate Certificate - Education
Middlesex University
England01.2005
Bachelor of Science - Sports Studies (BSc Hons)
Sounthampton University
Southampton, UK01.2003
Skills
- Personalised learning strategies
- Report writing
- Conflict management
- Project scheduling
- Risk management
- Staff training and motivation
- New product introductions strategies
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Resource allocation
- Collaborative teamwork
- Curriculum adjustments
- Behavioral assessment techniques
- Data analysis and reporting
- Cultural inclusivity initiatives
- Student progress monitoring
- Curriculum compliance (NSW)
- Team collaboration and dynamics
- Professional development programs
- Teacher training methodologies
- Assessment strategies and tools
- Distance learning facilitation
- Staff management skills
- Student engagement techniques
- Faculty collaboration efforts
- Curriculum implementation processes
- Parent communication
- Transition planning
- Motivating students
- Skills development
References
- Mrs. Jodie Crowther, Head Teacher Support, Ballina Coast High School, 02 6681 0100, 0402 142 650
- Mr. Jesse Coates, Assistant Principal, Ballina Coast High School, 02 6681 0100, 0407283026
- Mr Rodney Farelly, Deputy Principal, Wilson Park, 02 66217937, 0401234293
Affiliations
Soccer coach
Previous Semi-professional cricketer
Fishing
Home maintenance
Proud father
Winner of multiple cricket tournaments
Golf
Reading
Gardening
Accomplishments
- Raised over $500,000 for the school's inclusive budget
- Trained a whole staff to improve teaching practices
- Created the inaugural multi-categorical class in Glen Innes
- Successfully transitioned whole staff to the required expectations of the NCCD process
- Established a clear link with schools and local businesses to encourage work experience
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
NSW Department of Education
01.2022 - Current
Head Teacher of Inclusion
Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools
01.2020 - 01.2022
Teacher of Special Education
01.2016 - 01.2020
PD/H/PE and Preliminary Work Studies Teacher
Mount View High School
01.2012 - 01.2015
Masters - Special and Inclusive Education
University of Sydney
Post Graduate Certificate - Education
Middlesex University
Bachelor of Science - Sports Studies (BSc Hons)
Sounthampton University
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