- Swimming and Diving
- Creative Writing
- Yoga
- Avid Reader
- Backpacking
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- Hiking
- Cooking
- Camping
Ellen Somas
Summary
Experienced professional educator dedicated to nurturing young minds and fostering a love for learning. Strong skills in lesson planning, classroom management, and adapting to diverse student needs. Known for effective teamwork, reliability, and flexibility in dynamic educational environments. Passionate about creating inclusive and engaging learning experiences.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade 1 Teacher
Beaconhills College
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing student understanding of various subjects.
- Continuously improved instruction by participating in professional development opportunities and reflecting on feedback from peers and administrators.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Developed strong relationships with students' families to better understand their backgrounds and learning needs.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
Ambassador, Relief Teacher
ANZUK
01.2024 - 01.2024
- Worked in various schools, gaining experience across multiple classroom environments.
- Recognized as an ambassador for the company, showcasing leadership and professionalism.
Relief Teacher
Cairns Hinterland Steiner School
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Relief Teacher
Dandenong Ranges Steiner School
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
Relief Teacher
Little Yarra Steiner School
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Fostered positive classroom environment, managing student behaviour and promoting respect.
- Provided substitute teaching services across multiple grade levels and subjects, maintaining educational continuity in absence of regular teachers.
Relief Teacher
Silver Tree Steiner School
01.2022 - 12.2022
Class Teacher, Specialist Teacher, Relief Teacher
Golden Hill Steiner School
01.2017 - 12.2021
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Class teacher from Year 2 to Year 6, delivering a full range of subjects.
- Relief taught across all grades and handled specialist subjects (lyre, physical education, choir).
- Orchestrated graduation ceremonies, class plays, camps, and excursions.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behaviour to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Led senior choir and coordinated the senior physical education program.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
Education
Bachelor of Education -
Edith Cowan University
Perth, WA10-2014
Skills
- Strong student, staff, and parent relationships
- Music instruction: flute, recorder, singing, basic piano
- Artistic skills: watercolor painting, clay modeling, chalkboard drawings
- Festival, event, and camp organization
- Senior choir leadership and physical education coordination
- Team collaboration and coordination
- Experience working with diverse student needs
- Creative lesson design
- Multitasking and organization
- Student engagement
Relief Teaching Experience
- Silver Tree Steiner School, 2022
- Cairns Hinterland Steiner School, 2023
- Dandenong Ranges Steiner School, 2023
- Little Yarra Steiner School, 2023
Interests
Timeline
Grade 1 Teacher
Beaconhills College
04.2024 - 12.2024
Ambassador, Relief Teacher
ANZUK
01.2024 - 01.2024
Relief Teacher
Cairns Hinterland Steiner School
01.2023 - 12.2023
Relief Teacher
Dandenong Ranges Steiner School
01.2023 - 12.2023
Relief Teacher
Little Yarra Steiner School
01.2023 - 12.2023
Relief Teacher
Silver Tree Steiner School
01.2022 - 12.2022
Class Teacher, Specialist Teacher, Relief Teacher
Golden Hill Steiner School
01.2017 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Education -
Edith Cowan University
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