My name is Jayda Bennett, and I wish to become an exceptional educator for the Department of Education. I also wish to continue with personal and professional growth in my current career.
My attributes include, but are not limited to,
Effective communication skills: Excellent communicator with an appreciation for different communication and teaching styles.
Strong morals and ethics: Always demonstrate professional behavior and a correct code of conduct.
Flexible: Understanding the need for flexibility to support last-minute teaching aids and changes in the classroom. Comfortable with changing environments and situations in the workplace.
Time management: Dedication to effective prioritization and management of time with teaching tasks.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SLSO
Terrigal High School
07.2023 - Current
Assist students with school routines and classroom activities
Assist the classroom teacher in the teaching and learning environment
Dental Assistant
Teeth n Smiles
03.2023 - Current
Company Overview: mobile dental service for schools and childcare
Assisting dental hygienists with procedures when necessary
Recording treatment information in patient records
Ordering dental supplies and maintaining dental equipment inventory
Mobile dental service for schools and childcare
Museum Educator
Australian National Maritime Museum
10.2023 - 11.2023
Taught school education programs and tours
Developed new content for Endeavour and Migration Suitcase Stories education programs
Worked in a team environment with other museum educators
Assisted in running the Ocean Watch event
Childcare Educator
Dinky Di Tumbi Umbi and Terrigal
02.2022 - 02.2023
Supervised children during circle time, free play, outside play and learning and developmental activities
Worked in a team environment and assisted other team members with the care and education of the children
University Teaching Placement
Henry Kendall High School
06.2022 - 07.2022
Prepared and taught lessons according to the History K-10 and Geography K-10 syllabus
Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development
Supervised students throughout the day, both in the classroom and outside during breaks
Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using a variety of teaching techniques
Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff
Differentiated instruction according to student skill level
Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs
Managed student behaviour in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
Participated in workshops, training and professional learning to improve educational skills
Childcare Educator
The Learning Haven Childcare Centre
07.2020 - 01.2022
Provide care and education to children 18 months - 5 years
Behaviour management
Follow WHS guidelines
Through my study, I learnt basic computer operations including Microsoft Word and Acrobat
Built program plans for youth of varying ages to support growth and development according to the Early Years Framework
Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviours and problems
Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development
Education
Bachelor of Education Secondary - history, geography
University of Newcastle
12-2025
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education And Care