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Hendrik Moran

Ashfield,NSW

Summary

Enthusiastic and dedicated early career teacher passionate who takes pride in building rapport with students and colleagues in order to foster a supportive and engaging learning environment. Knowledgeable teacher with a solid background in secondary education. Proven ability to create engaging lesson plans and foster positive learning environments across a variety of courses. Demonstrated expertise in classroom management and curriculum development.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Secondary Teacher

Al Faisal College
01.2021 - Current
  • Managed a classroom of diverse learners effectively, adapting teaching strategies to meet individual needs.
  • Worked with other teachers for comprehensive approach to education.
  • Proofread and evaluated students' writing and gave feedback.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices and new instructional techniques.
  • Continuously assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations, adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
  • Created an inclusive classroom environment where all students felt valued and respected, encouraging participation from everyone.
  • Experience teaching and programming Year 12 Advanced (2021-present), Year 11 Advanced (2021, 2023), Year 11 Standard (2024), and Year 10 English (2023-24)
  • In three years have had 24 students achieve Band 6 in English Advanced.

Student Teacher

Al Faisal College
07.2020 - 09.2020
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans for two classes with 52 students.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
  • Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.

Student Teacher

Catherine McAuley High School
06.2019 - 07.2019
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
  • Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them toward improvement while building their confidence in their abilities.

Education

Masters in Teaching - Education

University of New South Wales
Kensington, NSW
01.2021

Bachelor of Arts - English

Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia
05.2015

Skills

  • Classroom management and building rapport with students
  • Curriculum development
  • Student engagement strategies
  • Assessment and evaluation
  • Instructional technology
  • Lesson planning
  • Communication skills
  • Problem-solving

Certification

  • NSW Accreditation - 933105
  • First Aid and CPR Certificates - Current
  • WWCC - WWC1734117E

Profession Relevant Skills

  • Proficient in working with job duties requiring computers or teaching with technology and using software such as Word, Excel, Blackboard, PowerPoint or PowerSchool SIS.
  • Excellent and robust verbal and written communication abilities when working with students or colleagues.
  • Solid understanding of learning theory, curriculum design concepts, assessment principles and the developmental stages of the young mind.
  • Patient and easygoing person with strong interpersonal skills, allowing me to be a capable leader within the classroom, someone easy to work with and develop strong rapport with my students.
  • Strong critical and creative thinker, helping me to develop innovative and interactive lesson plans that engage students.


Hobbies and Interests

Outside the classroom, I am happily married with a young daughter. I enjoy staying active through hiking and playing baseball and football, which help me maintain a balanced and focused mindset. Additionally, I am passionate about reading and writing, which enable me to ensure my passion for teaching reading and writing remain strong. I was born and raised in the United States but have lived in Australia for eight years. 

Timeline

Secondary Teacher

Al Faisal College
01.2021 - Current

Student Teacher

Al Faisal College
07.2020 - 09.2020

Student Teacher

Catherine McAuley High School
06.2019 - 07.2019

Masters in Teaching - Education

University of New South Wales

Bachelor of Arts - English

Virginia Commonwealth University
Hendrik Moran