Helen Rivers
Blaxland,NSW
Summary
At William Carey Christian School, I was adept at fostering collaboration among teachers and enhancing student engagement. Skilled in data-driven instruction and classroom management, I successfully tailored lessons to diverse learning needs, ensuring academic success. Proven ability to build strong relationships and create supportive learning environments.
More recently, at Nepean Christian School, I have had experience with cataloguing and organizing materials to ensure efficient library operations. I have utilized strong communication skills to assist students and teachers effectively and provided accurate reference guidance. I have knowledge of library circulation systems and procedures to maintain smooth workflow.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Casuial Teacher
Nepean Christian School
02.2017 - 10.2023
- During a casual block in the library as a Teacher's Assistant, I worked on the school's library system, adding Dewey references to the spines of books, making them more accessible and user-friendly for students and staff.
- Recorded borrowing and return of books for students.
- Directed students to books appropriate to their interest.
- Developed strong relationships with students and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behaviour to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
Coordinator Gifted and Talented Unit
William Carey Christian School
01.1992 - 12.2013
- Taught Primary School Classes
- Oversaw the programs of 4 teachers - from Year 3 to Year 6
- Entered data, generated reports.
- Improved team cooperation with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Organised events to showcase the talents of the gifted students.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Education
University of Western Sydney
Sydney, NSW01-1989
Skills
- As a casual teacher I taught students from Kindergarten to Year 12 I mostly taught lessons provided by the teachers and left detailed notes regarding completion of coursework and students
- On a few occasions I taught for a block of time where I needed to create my own lessons and leave information for the teacher to use for report writing
- I also did a few weeks in the Library when the TA was absent I was able to work alongside the Librarian completing the duties she assigned for me
Timeline
Casuial Teacher
Nepean Christian School
02.2017 - 10.2023
Coordinator Gifted and Talented Unit
William Carey Christian School
01.1992 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Education - Education
University of Western Sydney
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