Elana Pratt-Hedger
Bondi,NSW
Summary
I am a dedicated and compassionate early childhood educator who is deeply committed to upholding the rights of every child and embracing the diversity within both the classroom and the broader community. I view diversity as an asset that enriches our learning experiences, as it allows us to hold valuable insights from each other's unique backgrounds and perspectives. My teaching philosophy centres around harnessing the strengths of my students, while simultaneously challenging their areas of growth and instilling in them, the belief they possess the potential to attain their aspirations. I believe in a hands-on, constructivist teaching approach, wherein I leverage each child's prior knowledge as a foundation upon which to build, employing relevant strategies to stimulate and expand their cognitive abilities. Recognising that each child possesses a distinctive learning style, I place great emphasis on continuous observation and assessment to effectively cater to the diverse needs within the classroom.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Year 5 Primary School Teacher
Rose Bay Public School
01.2023 - Current
- Develop and deliver engaging and age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards
- Adapt teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities
- Integrate technology and interactive resources into lessons to enhance learning experiences
- Establish and maintain positive and inclusive classroom environment conducive to learning
- Implement effective behaviour management strategies and maintain discipline when necessary
- Assessed and improved lesson plans through implementation and experimentation.
- Foster sense of community and respect among students
- Administer assessments to evaluate students' understanding and progress
- Analyse assessment data to identify areas of improvement and tailor instruction accordingly
- Provide timely and constructive feedback to students and parents on academic performance
- Identify and address unique needs of students, including those with special educational requirements
- Implement differentiated instruction to ensure all students receive appropriate challenges and support
- Maintain open and effective communication with parents and guardians regarding student progress and classroom activities
- Conduct parent-teacher conferences and provide regular updates on students' academic and behavioural development
- Stay current with educational trends, research, and best practices through ongoing professional development
- Collaborate with colleagues to share insights and strategies for continuous improvement
- Help organise and participate in extracurricular activities, such as school camp and school events
- Prepare and submit required reports and documentation in timely manner
- Be prepared to respond to medical emergencies and provide basic first aid when necessary
- Uphold high ethical standards and model positive behaviour for students
- Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Provide warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Substitute Primary Teacher
Sydney, NSW
06.2020 - 12.2021
- Taught at various schools casually, from years K-6.
- Efficiently adapt to varying teaching assignments, demonstrating flexibility in accommodating the dynamic nature of substitute teaching.
Childcare Teacher
Abbotsford Long Day Care Centre
01.2020 - 07.2021
Preschool room leader
Sunshine Early Learning Centre
11.2019 - 01.2020
Early Childhood Educator
ECW1, Salisbury Heights Preschool
05.2016 - 09.2019
Support Worker
Lake Windemere Children’s
10.2018 - 06.2019
- ECW1 MI-DBT program (crèche supervision) - working alongside psychologists in supporting mothers with mental illness.
Early Childhood Educator
Flinders View Preschool
03.2014 - 04.2016
Education
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and Care -
University of South Australia
Adelaide, SA04.2020
Diploma - Early Childhood Education and Care
Department of Education
Port Augusta, SA2016
Certificate IV -
Australian Institute of Personal Trainers
Port Augusta, SA2014
National Coach Accreditation Scheme -
Calisthenics Federation Level 1 Coach
Port Augusta, SA2014
Skills
- Team Building
- Positive and Empathetic
- Organizational Skills
- Dependable and Responsible
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Data Management
TEACHER DETAILS
NESA: 940281 WWCC: WWC2016813E
Certification
2023 NSW Mandatory Training – expiry 31/01/2024
Anaphylaxis E-Training Certificate
Child Protection Training
Code of Conduct
E-emergency care
Data Breach
Corruption Prevention and Care
Anti-Racism Policy
Accomplishments
- The 4 C's: Supporting students creativity, critical reflection, communication and collaboration
- Marte Meo, the Building Blocks of Attachment
- Nikki Buchan, STEM professional development – what it looks like in an early education environment and how to enhance their learning
- Salisbury Preschools Partnership – workshops on Natural Maths (Ann Baker), Preschool
- Numeracy Indicators (Lisa-Jane O’Connor)
- Port Augusta/Quorn Partnership Workshops: Early Years – Professional Learning Day
- Nature Play and Climbing Trees, NQS Preparing for your Assessment Engaging Children in documentation
- Empowering Local Learners training – two days per term (working with Flinders University innumeracy skills development)
- Cultural Competency Professional Development Connecting your work to: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
- Strategy 2013-2016 National Professional Teaching Standards
- Teaching for Effective Learning - Australian Curriculum
- Cross Curriculum Priority Aboriginal Cultural Studies R-10
- Code of Ethics Awareness for the SA Public Sector (via PLINK)
- Port Augusta/Quorn Partnership Workshops: Literacy and Numeracy Trial Indicators – Rochelle Anno
- Engagement with Children to Develop Language – Anne Murrie,
- Exploring the Indicators of Pre-School Numeracy & Literacy and Results – Sonya Gee-Davis/Rochelle Anno
Referees
Mrs Cherie Stone
Principal
Rose Bay Public School
phone - (02) 9371 4800
Ms Hannah Hatzi
Assistant Principal
Rose Bay Public School
Phone – 0412 288 431
Mrs Lynn Young
Deupty Principal
Rose Bay Public School
Phone - (02) 9371 4800
Timeline
Year 5 Primary School Teacher
Rose Bay Public School
01.2023 - Current
Substitute Primary Teacher
Sydney, NSW
06.2020 - 12.2021
Childcare Teacher
Abbotsford Long Day Care Centre
01.2020 - 07.2021
Preschool room leader
Sunshine Early Learning Centre
11.2019 - 01.2020
Support Worker
Lake Windemere Children’s
10.2018 - 06.2019
Early Childhood Educator
ECW1, Salisbury Heights Preschool
05.2016 - 09.2019
Early Childhood Educator
Flinders View Preschool
03.2014 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and Care -
University of South Australia
Diploma - Early Childhood Education and Care
Department of Education
Certificate IV -
Australian Institute of Personal Trainers
National Coach Accreditation Scheme -
Calisthenics Federation Level 1 Coach
2023 NSW Mandatory Training – expiry 31/01/2024
Anaphylaxis E-Training Certificate
Child Protection Training
Code of Conduct
E-emergency care
Data Breach
Corruption Prevention and Care
Anti-Racism Policy
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