Effie Malamatinas
KEILOR DOWNS,Victoria
Summary
I am a motivated and passionate teacher who is dedicated to children's educational needs and development. Well-versed in presenting engaging lessons and assessing and recording student progress to inform my teaching regularly. Focused and diligent professional with knowledge of teaching best practices and building strong partnerships with families to ensure holistic support for student learning and well-being..
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Mother of God Primary School
Ardeer, Melbourne, Victoria
07.2024 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to encourage critical thinking and student participation.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to create a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and share best practices.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and provided feedback.
- Utilized technology tools to support instruction and enhance student learning experiences.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and classroom activities.
- Organized extracurricular activities to promote student engagement and community involvement.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress and behavior.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Worked with parents, leadership, and external agencies to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Engaged in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices.
- Facilitated small group instruction to accommodate individual learning styles.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and modify instruction accordingly.
- Created a safe environment that fostered collaboration among students.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
Classroom Teacher
St Catherne of Siena Primary School
Melton, Melbourne, Victoria
01.2013 - 07.2024
- Prep Team Leader
- Plan, deliver, and assess engaging lessons aligned with curriculum requirements.
- Differentiate learning to meet the diverse needs, abilities, and interests of students.
- Foster literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking skills through explicit instruction.
- Implement evidence-based teaching strategies to support student growth.
- Establish a positive, inclusive, and safe classroom environment.
- Use proactive behavior management strategies to support student well-being.
- Promote respect, responsibility, and collaboration among students.
- Be a part of the process, which creates and administers formative and summative assessments.
- Track and analyze student progress frequently to inform teaching.
- Prepare clear, accurate, and timely reports for students, and parents.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to plan units, and share best practices.
- Contribute to whole-school initiatives, events, and professional learning.
- Communicate regularly with parents and caregivers about student progress.
- Build strong partnerships with families, and the wider school community.
- Support the social, emotional, and academic needs of all learners.
Skills
- Micheal Ymer, Foundation Numeracy
- Science of the brain
- Trauma: best practice
- Heggerty training
- UFLI Phonics program
- Flourishing Learners Conference
- First aid
- Anaphylaxis training
- Working in partnerships with families and the community
- Dr Ange Rogers - Number Fluency Program
Affiliations
Ms. Assunta Iacovino
Principal.
Mother of God Primary School
0408 503 325
Marie D'Orazio
Resurrection Primary School
Well-being/ Child safety and community leader
0408 123 738
Angela Giordimaina
St. Catherine of Siena Primary School
Deputy principal
0403 154 241
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
Mother of God Primary School
07.2024 - Current
Classroom Teacher
St Catherne of Siena Primary School
01.2013 - 07.2024