Jessica Andrews
Pre-Service Teacher
Werribee,VIC
Summary
Passionate Pre-Service Teacher with experience in developing and implementing diverse curriculums independently and in collaboration with team-teachers to create dynamic lesson plans covering wide range of subjects across Early Childhood and the Early Years. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Committed to providing students of diverse needs with necessary tools and support to achieve academic goals, instilling love of learning and cooperative teamwork.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Auslan Family Tutor
Self-Employed
03.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with families of children who are d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing to develop an appropriate curriculum for their needs, based on their current skills and knowledge.
- Created tailored lesson plans and study guides to teach and assist students in building Auslan vocabulary and linguistic knowledge.
- Tutored diverse groups of students face-to-face and via Zoom to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
Family Tutor
The Auslan Company
11.2019 - 03.2021
- Facilitated Auslan tutoring sessions face-to-face and via Zoom with adults and children aged 8 and older.
- Worked with families with children who are d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing to develop an appropriate curriculum to work towards educational goals.
- Created personalised lesson plans to teach and develop Auslan vocabulary and linguistic knowledge.
- Collaborated with the Deaf community to connect families with the Deaf community, share the importance of Deaf Culture and incorporate Deaf perspectives into lessons.
- Kept detailed records of student progress and attendance.
Early Childhood Educator
Greater Shepparton City Council
02.2018 - 03.2019
- Worked on an on-call basis across fourteen Early Childhood Centres
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families and children.
- Liaised with permanent staff to ensure that the everyday running of the service continued to a high standard.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive and safe classroom environments.
- Completed safety, hygiene and administration tasks.
Private Tutor
Self-Employed
02.2017 - 10.2018
- Planned and facilitated one-on-one tutoring to foster opportunities for flexible and differentiated learning.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Supported teacher instruction, thoroughly discussing concepts and designing custom practice questions.
- Used positive reinforcement, repetition and review to help students master challenging material.
- Met with caregivers, teachers and support services to discuss student progress and address concerns.
Early Childhood Educator
Golden Plains Shire Council
Bannockburn
10.2015 - 10.2016
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
- Prepared healthy meals and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Plan and reset educational experiences based on observations and current interests of the children.
- Worked alongside a team of educators to plan and guide developmentally-appropriate tasks for children in line with the Reggio-Emila approach and the centre's pedagogy.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
Assistant Educator
Kardinia Kindergarten and Childcare Centre
01.2013 - 11.2015
- Partnered with Diploma-qualified educators to plan and implement experiences following centre's curriculum and pedagogy.
- Maintained hygiene by disinfecting and sterilising surfaces and toys.
- Communicated with caregivers to develop strong partnerships between the centre and families and to keep them inform about child's learning and development.
- Created portfolios to showcase the learning and development of each child, using Story Park and hard-copy methods.
- Prepared and distributed nutritionally balanced meals to children throughout the day.
- Engaged and entertained children through developmentally appropriate recreational and educational activities.
Education
Bachelor of Education (Early Years) -
Deakin University
Geelong, Victoria 02.2014 - Current
Diploma - Auslan
Melbourne Polytechnic
08.2016 - 12.2021
Diploma - Early Childhood Education and Care
Geelong
04.2013 - 01.2014
Certificate IV in Education Support -
Diversitat
Geelong 01.2014 - 01.2015
Certificate IV in Children’s Services (OSHC) -
Diversitat
Geelong 01.2014 - 01.2015
Certificate III in Children’s Services - undefined
Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre
HLTAID012 – Provide First Aid in An Education And Care Setting -
Allen's Training
09.2021 - 09.2021
Skills
Differentiated lesson planning and classroom instruction
In-depth knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and Victorian Curriculum
Excellent verbal and written communication
Ability to build and strengthen rapport with children, staff and families
Meticulous planning and organisational skills
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Smart is something you become, not something you are.
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Timeline
HLTAID012 – Provide First Aid in An Education And Care Setting -
Allen's Training
09.2021 - 09.2021
Auslan Family Tutor
Self-Employed
03.2021 - Current
Family Tutor
The Auslan Company
11.2019 - 03.2021
Early Childhood Educator
Greater Shepparton City Council
02.2018 - 03.2019
Private Tutor
Self-Employed
02.2017 - 10.2018
Diploma - Auslan
Melbourne Polytechnic
08.2016 - 12.2021
Early Childhood Educator
Golden Plains Shire Council
10.2015 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Education (Early Years) -
Deakin University
02.2014 - Current
Certificate IV in Education Support -
Diversitat
01.2014 - 01.2015
Certificate IV in Children’s Services (OSHC) -
Diversitat
01.2014 - 01.2015
Diploma - Early Childhood Education and Care
Geelong
04.2013 - 01.2014
Assistant Educator
Kardinia Kindergarten and Childcare Centre
01.2013 - 11.2015
Certificate III in Children’s Services - undefined
Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre