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Gail Inniss

Saint Leonards,VIC

Summary

Education professional with extensive knowledge and experience. Recognized for building strong relationships and improving student learning outcomes. Expertise in curriculum development and project management, with a focus on tailored learning solutions and effective classroom management. Committed to advancing educational initiatives that address diverse student needs.

Overview

46
46
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Wellbeing Manager

Victoria University Secondary College
Deer Park , VIC
01.2016 - 07.2024
  • Guided curriculum evolution initiatives addressing diverse student needs and educational objectives.

Senior Project Officer

Department of Education and Training
Melbourne, VIC
02.2008 - 12.2015
  • Led project teams in planning and executing strategic initiatives.

Senior Policy Officer

Department of education and Traning
Melbourne, VIC
07.2005 - 12.2007
  • Researched and coordinated evidence-based curriculum initiatives.
  • Managed and facilitated professional learning events for teachers.

Leading Teacher

Albanvale Primary School
Melbourne, VIC
02.2004 - 12.2005
  • Led curriculum development initiatives to enhance student learning experiences.
  • Mentored junior teachers on instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.

Regional Learning and Teaching Consultant

South West Victorian Region
Melbourne, VIC
02.2000 - 12.2003
  • Facilitated school-wide workshops on topics such as differentiated instruction, literacy strategies, and effective communication strategies between home and school.
  • Conducted assessments and evaluations to measure student progress, identify learning gaps, and develop appropriate strategies for improvement.

Senior Policy Officer

Catholic Education Office
Melbourne, VIC
02.1994 - 12.2000
  • Developed policy recommendations based on research and stakeholder consultations.
  • Engaged with community groups to gather input on proposed policies and initiatives.
  • Assisted in the design and delivery of training materials related to organizational policies.

School-based Teaching and Leadership Roles

Catholic Education Office
Melbourne, VIC
02.1978 - 12.1993
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
  • Facilitated small group instruction to accommodate individual learning styles.
  • Provided guidance for students with special needs, including those with IEPs.
  • Developed and implemented curriculum plans for various grade levels.

Education

Graduate Certificate - Teaching Students with ASD

Autism Teaching Institute Victoria
Melbourne
05-2017

Bachelor of Counselling - Counselling

Australian College of Applied Psychology
Melbourne
03-2015

Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies - Literacy

The University of Melbourne
Melbourne
11-1999

Masters - Language and Literacy

The Australian Catholic University
Melbourne
05-1996

Graduate Diploma - Educational Administration

Hawthorn Institute of Education
Melbourne
05-1986

Diploma of Teaching - Primary Education

Institute of Catholic Education
Melbourne
11-1976

Skills

  • Establishing warm and positive relationships with students, peers, parents, and caregivers
  • Effective and respectful classroom oversight
  • Adaptable and flexible, personalized teaching and learning responses
  • Efficient time allocation

Referee

  • Athena Vass - Leading teacher, Victoria University Secondary College

      M: 0419573509

E: Athena.Vass@education.vic.gov.au

Timeline

Student Wellbeing Manager

Victoria University Secondary College
01.2016 - 07.2024

Senior Project Officer

Department of Education and Training
02.2008 - 12.2015

Senior Policy Officer

Department of education and Traning
07.2005 - 12.2007

Leading Teacher

Albanvale Primary School
02.2004 - 12.2005

Regional Learning and Teaching Consultant

South West Victorian Region
02.2000 - 12.2003

Senior Policy Officer

Catholic Education Office
02.1994 - 12.2000

School-based Teaching and Leadership Roles

Catholic Education Office
02.1978 - 12.1993

Graduate Certificate - Teaching Students with ASD

Autism Teaching Institute Victoria

Bachelor of Counselling - Counselling

Australian College of Applied Psychology

Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies - Literacy

The University of Melbourne

Masters - Language and Literacy

The Australian Catholic University

Graduate Diploma - Educational Administration

Hawthorn Institute of Education

Diploma of Teaching - Primary Education

Institute of Catholic Education
Gail Inniss