Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Timeline
Teacher
Heather Sander

Heather Sander

Kawana,Australia

Summary

Experienced with curriculum development, ensuring educational content meets all necessary standards and engages students. Utilises range of teaching methods to address different learning styles, promoting well-rounded understanding of subjects. Strong understanding of classroom management techniques to maintain productive and respectful learning environment.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Heights College
01.2022 - Current
  • Plan, prepare and deliver quality and effective teaching and learning programs which are consistent with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers; and year 7, 8 and 9 syllabi, QCAA policies, workprograms and educational trends.
  • Maintain teaching competency and currency of knowledge of relevant curriculum programs as required such as, current QCT registration and other professional development required of my position.
  • Support students through interaction with them in a variety of settings and through the active development of supportive learning environments and effective behaviour management practices.
  • Provide for the physical, social, cultural and emotional wellbeing and physical safety of students whilst at school and enhance their overall development towards effective citizenship and responsible adulthood through participation in timetabled, non-timetabled and planned extra curricula activities such as; coaching school sports, school camps.
  • Assess students (diagnostic, formative and summative) for developmental, feedback and reporting purposes.
  • Maintain student records and samples of work and report on student performance to students, parents, the department and other stakeholders.
  • Participate in the collaborative development and evaluation of curriculum and regularly monitor, through observation and evaluation of colleagues, the effectiveness of the learning/teaching program used within the school
  • Uphold school core values and framework

Teacher

Education Queensland
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Plan, prepare and deliver quality and effective teaching and learning programs which are consistent with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers; and year 7 and 8 syllabi, QCAA policies, work programs and educational trends.
  • Maintain teaching competency and currency of knowledge of relevant curriculum programs as required such as Beginning Teacher conference, current QCT registration other professional development required of my position.
  • Support students through interaction with them in a variety of settings and through the active development of supportive learning environments and effective behaviour management practices.
  • Provide for the physical, social, cultural and emotional wellbeing and physical safety of students whilst at school and enhance their overall development towards effective citizenship and responsible adulthood through participation in timetabled, non-timetabled and planned extra curricula activities such as; coaching school sports, homework club and garden club.
  • Assess students (diagnostic, formative and summative) for developmental, feedback and reporting purposes.
  • Maintain student records and samples of work and report on student performance to students, parents, the department and other stakeholders.
  • Participate in the collaborative development and evaluation of curriculum (including co-teaching) and regularly monitor, through observation and evaluation of colleagues, the effectiveness of the learning/teaching program used within the school
  • Establish and maintain appropriate interpersonal relationships between the school and community particularly in regard to the ethical obligations outlined in the Queensland Government Code of Conduct.
  • Case management of students with special needs, including preparing EAP’s, liaising with teachers, parents and specialists, and providing strategies/resources to assist.

Child Care Assistant

Rockhampton Regional Council
10.2018 - 12.2019
  • Provide positive and responsive care for children focusing on their developmental and routine needs within a diverse social context.
  • Assist the group leader to plan, implement and evaluate stimulating, safe and effective programs for children of all ages using the Early Years Learning Framework.
  • Work with the group leader to observe, record and analyse the development of children in care on a regular basis.
  • Supervise children in care at the Centre, ensuring the maintenance of a safe and hygienic environment at all times.
  • Maintain effective communication with children, families and other staff.
  • Maintain a professional approach to work matters and the Unit.
  • Comply with the Education and Care Services National Regulations, Education and Care Services National Law QLD Act 2011 and the National Quality Standards.
  • Refer matters that may impact upon the business, Council and employees to the relevant Supervisor or Manager.
  • Undertake other relevant duties as directed, consistent with skills, competence and training.

Education

Graduate Certificate in Education - TESOL

Queensland University of Technology
12.2025

Bachelor’s Degree in Education - Primary

Central Queensland University
Rockhampton, QLD
11.2019

Certificate IV Business Administration -

TAFE Queensland
QLD
01.2012

Completed Year 12 - undefined

St Ursula’s College
01.1998

Skills

  • Co-Teaching
  • Classroom Management
  • Special Needs
  • Student engagement
  • Growth mindset
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Curriculum implementation
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Inquiry-based learning
  • Student needs assessment

Accomplishments

    Interactive Learning - Introduced and encouraged hands-on learning experiences to increase student active participation and critical thinking.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Teacher

Heights College
01.2022 - Current

Teacher

Education Queensland
01.2020 - 01.2022

Child Care Assistant

Rockhampton Regional Council
10.2018 - 12.2019

Bachelor’s Degree in Education - Primary

Central Queensland University

Completed Year 12 - undefined

St Ursula’s College

Graduate Certificate in Education - TESOL

Queensland University of Technology

Certificate IV Business Administration -

TAFE Queensland

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