Jessica Scott
Roxburgh Park,VIC
Summary
Experienced Teacher, Lab technician and Leader with over 15 years of experience in Science and Education. Excellent reputation for resolving problems, dedicated, dependable professional and successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate about my job. Seek to maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, research and problem-solving skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Science Tutor
SupeProf
01.2019 - Current
- Created skill-based assessments to test student mastery of required skills of focus
- Reinforced concepts of basic and upper-level Science courses by searching for gaps in learning
- Developed and executed daily lesson plans to engage and challenge student understanding and involvement
- Integrated various forms of technology to improve students' comprehension of different concepts
- Utilized zoom program to maintain up-to-date records of tutoring sessions
- Responded to email and telephone requests to provide students with specific information
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
Lab Technician Intern
La Trobe University, Melbourne Campus
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
- Collaborated with researchers and scientists to design and execute experiments.
- Cooperated with other technicians to develop and test new protocols.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Monitored testing procedures to meet criteria and maintain quality control.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
High School Science Teacher
Dasman Bilingual School
11.2016 - 08.2018
- Taught science courses using lab-based learning model to deepen subject mastery
- Selected and requisitioned appropriate books and instructional aids to complement lesson plans
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance
- Administered standardized tests in accordance with Science testing programs
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests and assignments
- Demonstrated willingness to accept feedback and make corrections based on advice from peers, parents and principal
- Planned, prepared and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions
- Leveraged diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education requirements
- Arranged materials and instructional plans to implement immersive activities delving into Science concepts
- Maintained assignment grades and worked closely with students needing additional mentoring
- Offered clear and constructive student discipline, discouraging inappropriate behavior and bullying
- Developed and administered detailed science curriculum to over 120 high school students.
Tutor
International House Institute
04.2013 - 04.2017
- Taught IGCSE Chemistry and Biology students
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
Middle school Maths and Science Teacher
Ghars Bilingual School
11.2014 - 08.2016
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance
- Understood critical development years for adolescent minds and structured lessons to meet cognitive abilities
- Arranged materials and instructional plans to implement immersive activities delving into Math and Science concepts.
Director of Education
Sylvan Learning Center
07.2011 - 07.2014
- Recruited, trained and mentored faculty and staff in best practices for instruction
- Built rapport with young clients and families using tailored emails and newsletters
- Counseled and monitored at-risk students for attendance, academic progress and behavioral concerns
- Observed teachers and students in classrooms to gather data and improve instruction
- Planned, administered and controlled budgets and produced financial reports
- Established and updated objectives and tools for overall program and each department to enhance operations
- Maintained program files, records, databases and websites to gather research and prepare and submit the center's reports
- Directed day-to-day operations of education program and supervised support staff to delegate assignments and evaluate performance
- Checked on instructor lessons and communication in order to assess quality of education and assistance offered to students
- Managed the center’s PT labour budget
- Conducted monthly students progress meetings and instructor meetings to assure adherence to instructional procedures
- Contacted parents to discuss students’ progress before each parent conference
- Reported education statistics weekly
- Implemented Sylvan’s systems as outlined in the quality service manual.
Lead Teacher
Sylvan Learning Centre
07.2009 - 07.2011
- Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners
- Increased student involvement in program offerings through strategic redesign of program processes and methods
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students
- Oversaw work of teaching team to optimize student education
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support
- Taught student classrooms with varying teaching methods and elevated average GPA
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success
- Developed and optimized rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques
- Maintained detailed records of attendance, test scores and assignment grades for each student to identify trends and rectify issues.
Elementary Math and Science Teacher
Rawd El Saleheen Bilingual School
06.2008 - 08.2010
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites and other educational materials
- Planned, prepared and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support
- Demonstrated willingness to accept feedback and make corrections based on advice from peers, parents and principal
- Maintained assignment grades and worked closely with students needing additional mentoring
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
Lab Technician
Alexandria University
06.2006 - 02.2007
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Monitored testing procedures to meet criteria and maintain quality control.
Education
Master of Science - Human Nutrition
Deakin University
Melbourne, VIC11.2024
Master of Science - Biotechnology And Bioinformatics
La Trobe University
07.2022
BACHELOR'S - Chemistry And Botany
Alexandria University
07.2006
Skills
- Demonstrated posters and talks during my postgraduate degree and during my career in education
- Group tutoring
- Training and Development
- Individualized instruction
- Microsoft Office including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
- Skilled in using EndNote citation tool
- Skilled in Bioinformatics tools and techniques
- Experienced in tissue culture, flow cytometry, western blot, and molecular biology assays
- Essay Writing
- Research Writing
Timeline
Lab Technician Intern
La Trobe University, Melbourne Campus
07.2021 - 07.2022
Science Tutor
SupeProf
01.2019 - Current
High School Science Teacher
Dasman Bilingual School
11.2016 - 08.2018
Middle school Maths and Science Teacher
Ghars Bilingual School
11.2014 - 08.2016
Tutor
International House Institute
04.2013 - 04.2017
Director of Education
Sylvan Learning Center
07.2011 - 07.2014
Lead Teacher
Sylvan Learning Centre
07.2009 - 07.2011
Elementary Math and Science Teacher
Rawd El Saleheen Bilingual School
06.2008 - 08.2010
Lab Technician
Alexandria University
06.2006 - 02.2007
Master of Science - Human Nutrition
Deakin University
Master of Science - Biotechnology And Bioinformatics
La Trobe University
BACHELOR'S - Chemistry And Botany
Alexandria University
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