Hope Ahern
Bentleigh East,VIC
Summary
Upbeat classroom teacher, devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behaviour through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Coatesville Primary School
01.2022 - Current
- Created a group to encourage enthusiastic parents who come together to share ideas.
- Provide frequent meetings providing an opportunity for members to offer their time, skills and suggestions in a positive manner.
- Promote communications between the school and families, and to assist in developing a sense of belonging and engagement for all school community members.
- Plan social event for the classes throughout the year to meet other parents and encourage friendships outside the school.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Teacher
Kidmando
02.2020 - 07.2021
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Encouraged children to use gross motor skills in various ways e.g jumping, walking along balance beams etc.
- Building children's confidence, social awareness, improve language and communications skills.
Grade 1, 2 & 3 Classroom Teacher
New Century School
10.2016 - 12.2017
- Empowered students by building confidence through academic development.
- Liaised with parents regarding children's learning and extension programs.
- Regular discussions with colleagues regarding extra learning techniques.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
Grade 1 Classroom & Literacy Support Teacher
Tucker Road Bentleigh Primary School
01.2015 - 08.2015
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Established and enforced rules for behaviour.
- Prepared materials and classrooms for class activities.
- Maintained records of class attendance and recording students progress.
- Created a timetable for students needing extra assistance with reading, planned and implemented suitable lessons for those students.
Grade Prep Teacher
Clarinda Primary School
01.2013 - 12.2014
- Introduced, planned and implemented 100 days of prep into the school.
- Attended Cued Articulation PD's to implement this technique into my classroom to assist with students learning.
- Liaised with parents regarding students learning with informal discussions regularly.
- Engaged with colleagues, parents and carers on students progress and ways to extend their learning.
- Provided a safe and caring environment for my students.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Completed full registration for VIT.
Grade 3 & 4 Classroom Teacher
Dallas Brooks Community Primary School
01.2012 - 12.2012
- Encouraged and open and trusting learning environment.
- Developed programs and assessed students learning.
- Collected dad and presented to team and wider staff members.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Provided a safe environment in accordance with the child safe standards.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials according to EAL requirements.
- Differentiated class material for streamed classes and abilities.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Early Childhood & Primary
Victoria University
Footscray, VIC10.2011
Skills
- Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Organized and Efficient
- Attention to Detail
- Leadership Qualities
- Self-motivated
- Work well in a team setting
- Flexible Schedule
- Community Engagement
- Photography and Videography
Timeline
Volunteer
Coatesville Primary School
01.2022 - Current
Teacher
Kidmando
02.2020 - 07.2021
Grade 1, 2 & 3 Classroom Teacher
New Century School
10.2016 - 12.2017
Grade 1 Classroom & Literacy Support Teacher
Tucker Road Bentleigh Primary School
01.2015 - 08.2015
Grade Prep Teacher
Clarinda Primary School
01.2013 - 12.2014
Grade 3 & 4 Classroom Teacher
Dallas Brooks Community Primary School
01.2012 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Education - Early Childhood & Primary
Victoria University
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