Halley Metcalfe
Lilydale,VIC
Summary
Motivated and experienced educator and manager with transferable knowledge and skills in budgeting, leadership, team management, problem-solving, oral and written communication. Seeking new challenges to develop expertise in project management and education.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Examination Development Manager
Victorian Curriculum Assessment Authority
04.2023 - Current
- Liaising with multiple internal and external stakeholders throughout every stage of the exam
- Vetting, nominating, and appointing panels for exam development
- Working with the production team to progress each exam
- Organising panel responses to feedback and comments
- Organising meetings for panels as required
- Updating drafts and marking guides
- Vetting and validating exam content
- Vetting, interviewing and appointing applicants to VCAA roles.
Classroom Teacher / Performing Arts Coordinator
Lilydale Heights College
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Orchestration and running of school wide Drama and Music performance evenings
- Orchestrating and running extra curriculars including a Theatre Sports club
- Classroom teaching in Drama, English, Theatre Studies and VCAL (Work Related Skills)
- Writing and implementing curriculum across multiple subject areas
- Engaging in the Professional Development Plan process
- Mentoring graduate and student teachers.
Classroom Teacher / Instructional Coach
Rowville Secondary College
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Assisting and supporting lunchtime groups such as the Chess Club, LGBTQIA+ Safe Group, and the Auslan practice group
- Mentoring/guiding new/returning staff members in how to implement pedagogy into their teaching
- Classroom teaching for in Drama, English, Humanities, Literature and Language
- Writing and implementing pedagogical strategies across the school community
- Leading Teacher role as an Instructional Coach.
Classroom Teacher / Performing Arts Coordinator
Heathmont College
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Managing budgets, seeking out funding/grants for Performing Arts activities/programs
- Classroom teaching for years 7-12 in Drama, English, Literature and VCAL Literacy
- Participant in Melbourne University’s year-long ‘Science of Learning’ program
- Coordination of the Instrumental Music and School Production programs
- Producing and managing events for internal and external stakeholders
- Managing and organising timetables for Instrumental staff members
- Directing, producing, and choreographing school musicals
- ‘Teach for Australia’ mentor for two Associates
- Leading interview processes to hire staff
- Graduate Teacher mentor.
Classroom Teacher / Coordinator
Lilydale High School
06.2007 - 01.2017
- School Production Coordinator and choreographer for multiple musicals/performances
- Classroom teaching for years 7-12 in Drama, English, Theatre Studies and Humanities
- Organiser/attendee of several camps, tours and excursions, both local and interstate
- Student Representative Council (SRC) Coordinator
- Middle School Coordinator (year 9).
Education
Certificate IV in Professional Writing and Editing -
Advance TAFE
01.2012
Graduate Diploma of Education - (Secondary) -
La Trobe University
06.2006
Bachelor of Arts (English/Drama) -
La Trobe University
05.2005
Skills
- Touch Typing - 93wpm / 98% accuracy
- Experience with Microsoft suite and Google suite
- Training and experience in sitting on interview panels
- Up to date training in Respectful Relationships, Inclusive Recruitment and Protecting Children (Mandatory Reporting)
- Curriculum and policy development
- Presenter: Drama Victoria Writing and presenting workshops for graduate and experienced teachers on a variety of topics
References
- Helen McDonald, Unit Manager, Examinations, VCAA, 0436654113, Helen.McDonald@education.vic.gov.au
- Shane Kruger, Principal, Lilydale Heights College, 9735 1133, Shane.Kruger@education.vic.gov.au
- Emily Duncan, Friend and former colleague, 0401920510, Duncan.Emily.J@gmail.com
Hobbies and Interests
- Amateur Theatre, 2019 Lyrebird Award recipient for ‘Best Actress in a Comedy’ for my role as Ruth Condomine in ‘Blithe Spirit’ as well as the 2019 Basin Theatre Award for ‘Best Actress’ for my portrayal as Ruth Condomine in ‘Blithe Spirit’.
- Walking Tours, On weekends and school holidays I run Melbourne walking tours. I have an infinite interest in Melbourne history and architecture, and I am always searching for new stories and information on our excellent city.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Examination Development Manager
Victorian Curriculum Assessment Authority
04.2023 - Current
Classroom Teacher / Performing Arts Coordinator
Lilydale Heights College
01.2022 - 04.2023
Classroom Teacher / Instructional Coach
Rowville Secondary College
01.2020 - 01.2022
Classroom Teacher / Performing Arts Coordinator
Heathmont College
01.2017 - 01.2020
Classroom Teacher / Coordinator
Lilydale High School
06.2007 - 01.2017
Certificate IV in Professional Writing and Editing -
Advance TAFE
Graduate Diploma of Education - (Secondary) -
La Trobe University
Bachelor of Arts (English/Drama) -
La Trobe University
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