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Elise Smith

Sydney,NSW

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at the Department of Education, excelling in curriculum development and fostering parent-teacher collaboration. Skilled in implementing project-based learning and behavior management techniques, I have successfully motivated diverse students, enhancing their comprehension and self-confidence through tailored instruction and creative teaching methods.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Secondary Teacher

Department Of Education
01.2024 - Current
  • Taught a mixture of Geography (7-12) including the new 11-12 Geography syllabus, Society and Culture, Commerce and History.
  • Developed positive rapport with students of various and diverse backgrounds.
  • Continuously assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations, adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
  • Communicated with peers, colleagues, administrators and parents to meet and exceed teaching goals.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to cater to students with varying abilities and learning styles.

Sales Assistant

Pandora
08.2023 - 03.2025
  • Handled customer inquiries, complaints, and returns professionally, ensuring a positive experience for all clients.
  • Processed transactions accurately while maintaining a high level of customer service.
  • Increased sales by building strong customer relationships and providing excellent service.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.

Covid ILSP Tutor

Department of Education
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
  • Increased student comprehension by utilising personalised teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.

Sales Assistant

Dotti
12.2020 - 08.2023
  • Collaborated with marketing team to create targeted promotional campaigns that boosted overall sales performance.
  • Provided excellent customer service by promptly addressing client inquiries and resolving any issues that arose during the sales process.
  • Provided customers with detailed information about products while learning about personal needs, budget and desires of each person.

Tutor

Self Employed
2017 - 2020
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Increased student comprehension by utilising personalised teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Geographical Studies & Sociology And Anthropology

University of New South Wales
Sydney, NSW
01-2025

Bachelor of Secondary Education (Honours) - Education

University of New South Wales
Sydney, NSW
01-2025

Skills

  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Mentoring students
  • Behaviour management techniques
  • Curriculum development
  • Project-based learning
  • Creativity in teaching

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Korean
Limited Working

Timeline

Secondary Teacher

Department Of Education
01.2024 - Current

Sales Assistant

Pandora
08.2023 - 03.2025

Covid ILSP Tutor

Department of Education
08.2023 - 12.2023

Sales Assistant

Dotti
12.2020 - 08.2023

Tutor

Self Employed
2017 - 2020

Bachelor of Arts - Geographical Studies & Sociology And Anthropology

University of New South Wales

Bachelor of Secondary Education (Honours) - Education

University of New South Wales

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