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James Sfyridis

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

A passionate educator with over 4 years teaching in Melbourne and London, I'm dedicated to creating an inclusive and safe classroom where all students feel like they belong and have the chance to reach their full potential.


I am seeking employment as a Casual relief teacher.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

SEN Full-time Tutor/Casual Relief Teacher

VIBE TEACHING
10.2023 - 12.2024
  • Over 14 months worked as a full time home schoolteacher to students who did not attend school
  • Gained one on one experience teaching students with diverse needs, this includes disabilities, severe anxiety and ADHD
  • Adapted teaching strategies to foster a supportive learning environment
  • Developed individualized learning plans to address specific behavioural and emotional challenges, ensuring each child's needs were met effectively
  • Enhanced communication and relationship-building skills by establishing trust and rapport with students
  • Continuously challenged myself to improve my teaching practice by embracing new strategies and tools

Casual Relief Teacher

ANZUK Education
07.2022 - 10.2023
  • Became a member of the Ambassadors Program
  • Worked in both primary and secondary schools, taking classes in all different subjects
  • Managed classrooms of 25+ students in high-needs, at-risk schools, maintaining a positive learning environment and achieving strong student engagement
  • Collaborated with other staff to maintain classroom routines and ensure student safety and well-being
  • Provided constructive feedback on student progress, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption to learning

Teaching Placement

Huntingtower School
02.2021 - 12.2021
  • Collaborated with 2 mentor teachers, frequently attaining feedback from lessons
  • Prepared instructional materials and assisted in 5 formal assessment evaluations
  • Modified assignments and lesson plans in accordance to students needs
  • Continuously looked for ways to further improve professional developments and classroom assessment techniques
  • Assisted in well-being and environmental committee meetings and fundraisers

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Strong communication
  • Adaptability
  • Patience
  • Stress management
  • Student engagement

Certification

Bachelor of Education (Honours) in Secondary Education and Bachelor of Business (Management) 2017-2021

Monash University

Timeline

SEN Full-time Tutor/Casual Relief Teacher

VIBE TEACHING
10.2023 - 12.2024

Casual Relief Teacher

ANZUK Education
07.2022 - 10.2023

Teaching Placement

Huntingtower School
02.2021 - 12.2021
James Sfyridis