Graeme Hallett
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
As Director of Learning and Teaching, I implement and maintain education programs and services and serve as a trusted resource to patrons, school personnel and executive board. I successfully leverages research-based interventions, strategies and instruction and analyse data to drive academic achievement within a school culture of continual improvement.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Learning and Teaching
Heathdale Christian College
01.2020 - Current
- Launched mentorship programs connecting experienced leaders with aspiring managers, promoting knowledge sharing throughout the company.
- Checked on instructor lessons and communication in order to assess quality of education and assistance offered to students.
- Oversaw development and implementation of quality educational programs.
- Monitored overhead, prepared budgets and directed spending and resources to support fiscal efficiency.
- Provided ongoing coaching and support to management teams in their efforts to develop strong workplace cultures centred around learning and development opportunities.
- Recruited, trained and mentored faculty and staff in best practices for instruction.
- Enhanced employee performance by developing and implementing comprehensive learning programs.
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Developed leadership development programs that cultivated high-potential talent within the organization.
- Counselled and monitored at-risk students for attendance, academic progress and behavioral concerns.
- Evaluated program effectiveness and adjusted curriculum as needed based on feedback from participants and stakeholders.
- Observed teachers and students in classrooms to gather data and improve instruction.
- Championed a culture of continuous learning within the organization, fostering an environment of growth and development for all employees.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
Secondary Teacher (English and Humanities)
Heathdale Christian College
01.1998 - Current
- Managed a classroom of diverse learners effectively, adapting teaching strategies to meet individual needs.
- Continuously assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations, adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
- Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help students succeed in program.
- Developed positive rapport with students of various and diverse backgrounds.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
- Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Maintained positive and professional classroom environment throughout school year.
- Improved overall student performance by implementing regular assessments and providing timely feedback.
- Acted as positive role model for students and colleagues.
- Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning.
- Developed and implemented behaviour management plans to address student issues.
- Evaluated students' academic and social growth, kept appropriate records, and prepared progress reports to gauge performance.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips, enriching the educational experience for students beyond the classroom.
- Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
- Communicated with peers, colleagues, administrators and parents to meet and exceed teaching goals.
- Created an inclusive classroom environment where all students felt valued and respected, encouraging participation from everyone.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Proofread and evaluated students' writing and gave feedback.
- Implemented behaviour modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Worked with other teachers for comprehensive approach to education.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
- Taught students to utilize problem solving methodology and techniques during tests.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing expertise and offering guidance for successful classroom management.
Head of Senior School
Heathdale Christian College
08.2014 - 12.2019
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education
Diploma of Education - Education
The University of Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC11.1997
Bachelor of Arts - Humanities
La Trobe University
Melbourne, VIC11.1996
Skills
- Education administration
- Public Speaking
- Staff Development
- Classroom Evaluations
- New System Implementation
- Staff Supervision
- Strong Work Ethic
- Punctual and Dependable
- Curriculum Development
- Mentoring abilities
Timeline
Director of Learning and Teaching
Heathdale Christian College
01.2020 - Current
Head of Senior School
Heathdale Christian College
08.2014 - 12.2019
Secondary Teacher (English and Humanities)
Heathdale Christian College
01.1998 - Current
Diploma of Education - Education
The University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Arts - Humanities
La Trobe University
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