Gwendolyn McDermott
Broome,WA
Summary
Creative educator and school leader offering thirty five years of experience in Catholic Education Western Australia in remote and regional locations. Pastoral focus developing positive relationships and implementing course curriculum, positive partnerships, to students and the wider community. I am proficient in evaluation, monitoring respectfully staff and have an authentic ability to listen. I am an energetic individual with excellent communication and supervisory skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Catholic Education Western Australia
01.2016 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Led professional development workshops for peers on effective classroom management techniques.
- Conducted ongoing professional development in educational technology, keeping teaching approach current and effective.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
Funeral Pastoral Care
Volunteering
01.2023 - 12.2023
- 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.
- 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.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Principal
Catholic Education Western Australia
07.2006 - 12.2015
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- 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.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Education
Bachelor Education - Education
University of Notre Dame Australia
Fremantle, WA10.1998
Skills
- Clinical Pastoral Education Certificate - Royal Perth Hospital
- Counselling Skills Degree - Notre Dame University
- Funeral Team, Pastoral Care - St Alypius Catholic Church Ballarat Victoria
- Master Religious Education - Notre Dame University
- Missionary Secondment East Timor - Catholic Education
- Diploma Aboriginal Education - Notre Dame Education
- Diploma Disability Education - Notre Dame Education
Timeline
Funeral Pastoral Care
Volunteering
01.2023 - 12.2023
Teacher
Catholic Education Western Australia
01.2016 - Current
Principal
Catholic Education Western Australia
07.2006 - 12.2015
Bachelor Education - Education
University of Notre Dame Australia
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