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Fiona Hepi

Bassendean,WA

Summary

Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at St Brigid's College, excelling in instructional leadership and community engagement. Championed diversity initiatives and enhanced student achievement through innovative programs. Skilled in budget creation and fostering strong relationships, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all learners. Committed to continuous improvement and student success.

Educational professional prepared for leadership roles in secondary education, with focus on driving academic success and school improvement. History of implementing effective school policies and fostering collaborative environment. Renowned for adaptability and commitment to cultivating positive school culture, with expertise in team leadership and student engagement.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Head of Secondary School

St Brigid's College
01.2017 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular professional development workshops and training sessions.
  • Addressed disciplinary issues promptly and fairly, upholding a consistent standard of behavior expectations across the school community.
  • Championed diversity initiatives within the school environment, fostering an inclusive atmosphere for all students and staff members.
  • Coordinated college and career readiness initiatives, equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue their post-secondary goals.
  • Increased parental involvement by organizing informative events and fostering open lines of communication.
  • Managed budget allocations effectively to support instructional resources, technology upgrades, and facility improvements.
  • Created opportunities for student leadership development through clubs, sports teams, and other extracurricular activities.
  • Oversaw scheduling processes to ensure optimal class sizes and balanced course offerings for diverse learner needs.
  • Promoted character education programs that instilled values of respect, responsibility, integrity, empathy, perseverance among students.
  • Fostered a positive school culture by promoting collaboration among faculty, staff, students, and parents.
  • Developed comprehensive safety protocols to ensure a secure learning environment for all students and staff members.
  • Spearheaded fundraising efforts to secure additional resources for extracurricular activities, technology advancements, and infrastructure improvements.
  • Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
  • Communicated policies and procedures to students and parents regarding student behavior.
  • Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
  • Supervised afterschool program to promote student growth and maintain safety for all attendees.
  • Verified student grades, attendance and schedules.
  • Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
  • Collaborated with administration staff to develop functional budgets within allocated funds.
  • Prepared school budget and submitted to school board with recommendations for hiring, capital expenditures, and cost-saving initiatives.
  • Developed and coordinated after-school programs and activities.
  • Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.
  • Counseled students about rules and policies during school assemblies.
  • Coordinated retrieval and distribution of student records from other schools and institutions.
  • Proven record of developing and implementing school policies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

Head of Middle School

St Brigid's College
01.2013 - 12.2017
  • Addressed disciplinary issues promptly and fairly, ensuring a safe and respectful environment conducive to learning for all students.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop engaging lesson plans, resulting in improved student outcomes.
  • Worked closely with other school administrators on district-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall educational outcomes for all students within the community.
  • Enhanced school performance by implementing cutting-edge educational programs and curricula.
  • Managed daily operations at the middle school level, providing clear direction and leadership to faculty and staff members.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement through ongoing evaluation and adjustment of school policies and practices.
  • Oversaw the successful transition from traditional classrooms to blended learning models, enhancing student engagement and academic growth.
  • Implemented effective budget management practices, ensuring the optimal allocation of resources for maximum impact on student success.
  • Created and implemented a well-rounded extracurricular program designed to foster student growth and development in various areas of interest.
  • Established a positive learning environment by fostering strong relationships between students, parents, and staff members.
  • Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
  • Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
  • Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
  • Collaborated with administration staff to develop functional budgets within allocated funds.
  • Counseled students about rules and policies during school assemblies.
  • Allocated school budgets and solicited additional funding from grant programs with well-written applications.
  • Coordinated retrieval and distribution of student records from other schools and institutions.

Year 7 Team Leader

St Brigid's College
01.2011 - 12.2013
  • Managing daily operations for Year 7 students
  • Planning and implementing the Transition and Orientation Program for incoming Year 7 students
  • Planning of Year 7 camp
  • Leading the team of Year 7 homeroom teachers to deliver the Pastoral Care Programme for Year 7 students
  • Developing a sequence of sessions to further transition students and raise awareness of mindfulness and positive Mental Health through interactive sessions delivered by staff and outside presenters
  • Pastoral care of all students. Regular meetings with students at risk. Development of strategies to support students in difficult times

Year 7 Classroom Teacher

St Brigid's College
01.2006 - 12.2012
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
  • Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
  • Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
  • Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.

Year 3 Classroom Teacher

St Brigid's College
01.2004 - 12.2005
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
  • Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.

Education

Masters of Education - Leadership

Edith Cowan University
Perth, WA
05-2016

Bachelor of Education - Kindergarten To Year 10

Edith Cowan University
Perth, WA
11-2003

Skills

  • Verbal and written communication
  • Relationship building and networking
  • Instructional leadership
  • Ethical leadership
  • Training and mentoring - Keeping Safe -Child Protection Curriculum
  • Student engagement -
  • Team building
  • Lesson planning
  • Inclusive practices
  • Community engagement
  • Student achievement
  • Policy and procedure development
  • School safety
  • Educational research
  • Crisis management
  • Staff development
  • Group facilitation and presentations
  • Health and wellness
  • Legal compliance
  • Recruitment and retention
  • Career counseling
  • Budget creation
  • Extracurricular activities
  • Standardized testing
  • Discipline strategies
  • Parent involvement
  • Classroom management
  • Student discipline
  • Public speaking
  • Goal planning
  • Team bonding
  • Performance improvement
  • Performance evaluations
  • Student and parent relations
  • Codes of conduct

Timeline

Head of Secondary School

St Brigid's College
01.2017 - Current

Head of Middle School

St Brigid's College
01.2013 - 12.2017

Year 7 Team Leader

St Brigid's College
01.2011 - 12.2013

Year 7 Classroom Teacher

St Brigid's College
01.2006 - 12.2012

Year 3 Classroom Teacher

St Brigid's College
01.2004 - 12.2005

Masters of Education - Leadership

Edith Cowan University

Bachelor of Education - Kindergarten To Year 10

Edith Cowan University

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