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Janine Burleigh

Woodford Island,NSW

Summary

Versatile Special Education Teacher with a focus on individual student needs across academia and wholistic development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic and personal achievements.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Yamba Public School
04.2014 - Current
  • Improved student behaviour management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
  • Provided emotional support to students and families.
  • Utilised technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
  • Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyse student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
  • Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Developed and implemented behaviour management plans to improve student behaviour.
  • Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
  • Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
  • Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.

Teacher

Casino Public School
01.2007 - 03.2013
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
  • Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research-based teaching strategies for continuous improvement in practice.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
  • Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.

Education

Bachelor of Education Primary - Education

Southern Cross University
Lismore, NSW

Graduate Certificate - Autism Studies

Griffith University
Gold Coast, QLD

Skills

  • Active Listening
  • Parent communications
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Sensory Integration
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Classroom Management
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Autism Spectrum Knowledge
  • Literacy Intervention
  • Team Collaboration

Accomplishments

  • Trained fellow teachers on the procedures for completing Individual Education Plans.
  • Collaborated with team of seven in the maintenance of a Learning and Support Team to assist students and teachers within the school.
  • Supervised team of two staff members.
  • Attended and collaborated with participants at SEPLA Con special education conference held in Sydney in 2024 and 2023
  • Completed and implemented the Picture Exchange Communication system level 1 and level 2 training
  • Developed and coordinated the implementation of procedures to provide services to students within school by external providers
  • Created and coordinate the Clarence Valley Inclusive Education Network to collaborate and support teachers working with students with disabilities in various settings within Clarence Valley Principals Network schools.
  • Establishment of an annual inclusive education sports day for students from schools within the Clarence Valley Network


Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Yamba Public School
04.2014 - Current

Teacher

Casino Public School
01.2007 - 03.2013

Bachelor of Education Primary - Education

Southern Cross University

Graduate Certificate - Autism Studies

Griffith University

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