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Graham Maddren

Valley View,SA

Summary

Experienced primary educator committed to delivering high-quality, Christ-centred learning where every child feels valued, safe, and able to thrive. Skilled in adapting curriculum to meet diverse needs, fostering inclusive practices, and creating engaging, hands-on lessons. Dedicated to ongoing growth as an educator and servant leader within the school community.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Year 5 Teacher

Immanual Gawler Lutheran
01.2024 - Current

Year R-12 Teacher

Women's and Children's Hospital School
05.2023 - 12.2023
  • Collaborated with wellbeing and orchestrated learning support for students with complex medical and mental health needs.
  • Adapted curriculum to accommodate extended school absences and transitions in and out of hospital.
  • Developed strong rapport with vulnerable, disengaged students.

Year 6 Teacher

St David’s Catholic School
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Actively differentiated curriculum to meet a wide range of learning needs within a mainstream classroom, along with writing, reviewing and implementing Individual Learning Plans.

Year 6 Teacher

Trinity College
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Advocated for students requiring adjustment by liaising with families, therapists, and leadership.
  • Actively differentiated curriculum to meet a wide range of learning needs within a mainstream classroom, including a focus on extension student, along with writing, reviewing and implementing Individual Learning Plans.

Special Education Teacher

Tyndale Christian School
01.2018 - 01.2021
  • Taught in and set up a high-needs Special Education unit, supporting students with ASD, ID, trauma backgrounds, and complex behaviours.
  • Solely responsible for preparing NCCD documentation and advocating for student funding and resource allocation.
  • Developed and implemented behaviour support plans, multi-year-level curriculum and individual education plans (IEPs).
  • Built strong partnerships with external service providers to ensure holistic support for students.

Year 6 Teacher/Primary Coordinator

Golden Grove Lutheran School
01.2012 - 01.2017
  • Led staff in inclusive practices and differentiated teaching through coaching and modelling.
  • Coordinated whole-school initiatives supporting student wellbeing and academic inclusion.
  • Supported the integration of students with diverse learning needs into mainstream settings.

Year 8/9 Teacher

Tyndale Christian School
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Delivered targeted literacy and numeracy support within secondary context.
  • Worked with pastoral care and support staff to monitor and respond to student well-being needs.
  • Contributed to early interventions and behaviour support strategies for disengaged learners.

Military Police

RAAF
01.1992 - 01.2007

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Education

Bachelor in Education -

University South Australia
09.2010

Skills

  • Designing inquiry-based, concept-driven learning within the PYP framework
  • Differentiating curriculum and supporting diverse learners, including IEPs
  • Creating engaging, student-centred experiences that foster curiosity and agency
  • Building strong partnerships with students and families
  • Promoting social-emotional learning and the PYP learner profile
  • Effective classroom management and organisation
  • Collaborative planning within professional learning communities
  • Clear, purposeful communication with students, colleagues, and parents

Timeline

Year 5 Teacher

Immanual Gawler Lutheran
01.2024 - Current

Year R-12 Teacher

Women's and Children's Hospital School
05.2023 - 12.2023

Year 6 Teacher

St David’s Catholic School
01.2023 - 05.2023

Year 6 Teacher

Trinity College
01.2022 - 12.2022

Special Education Teacher

Tyndale Christian School
01.2018 - 01.2021

Year 6 Teacher/Primary Coordinator

Golden Grove Lutheran School
01.2012 - 01.2017

Year 8/9 Teacher

Tyndale Christian School
01.2010 - 01.2011

Military Police

RAAF
01.1992 - 01.2007

Bachelor in Education -

University South Australia

professional development

  • Leaf Autism - Autism Masterclass
  • Mark Le Messurier - Manage Tricky Behaviour
  • Learning to Learn - Trauma Effects on the Brain
  • Australian Childhood Foundation - Managing Abuse related Trauma
  • OTFC - Sensory Integration in the Classroom
  • NCCD - Consistent Collection of Data for Students with a Disability
  • Department Education - Adjustments for Indigenous Students
  • Sue Larky - Challenges in Autism
  • Dr Robert Loe - Relational School Program
  • Student Wellbeing Hub - Australian Student Wellbeing Framework
  • The Healing Centre - Trauma informed practice for Well-being coaches
  • SIMHIS - Mental Health Improvements in School
Graham Maddren