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Joann Sanderson

Griffith,NSW

Summary

Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.Trained professional with strong experience in traditional and modern approaches to teaching. Creates stimulating lessons for all levels of students. Believes in value of collaboration and committed to fostering classroom environment that encourages students to think critically and expressively. Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Visual Arts Teacher KP-10 (TAS, Math, EAL/D, SoR)

Verity Cristian College
01.2021 - Current
  • Enhanced student creativity by incorporating various art mediums and techniques into lessons.
  • Developed students'' artistic skills by providing personalized feedback and guidance on their artwork.
  • Organized school-wide art exhibits showcasing student talent and promoting the importance of visual arts in education.
  • Managed a diverse range of learners, adapting lesson plans to accommodate different abilities and interests.

Y7 Middle School, EAL/D Teacher & Y10 Advisor

Murrumbidgee Regional High School Griffith Campus
01.2018 - 12.2020
  • Supported English language learners by adapting teaching methods and materials to suit their unique requirements.
  • Strengthened students'' writing skills through focused lessons on grammar, punctuation, and overall composition techniques.
  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive learning environment that encouraged active participation.

Support Class Teacher (IM) & Y9 Advisor

Hay War Memorial High School
01.2017 - 12.2017
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
  • Enhanced student literacy by implementing targeted reading strategies and interventions.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop individualized literacy plans for struggling students, resulting in improved reading levels.
  • Boosted overall class performance by providing individualized attention and customized learning strategies for struggling students in literacy and numeracy.

Relieving LaST

Coonamble High School
07.2016 - 12.2016
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify skill gaps and design targeted training initiatives.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Increased student numeracy rates by implementing small targeted Maths groups and delivered intensive teaching programs.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.

Year 2/3 Classroom Teacher

Engadine Public School
04.2016 - 07.2016
  • Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, increasing students'' understanding of how subjects interconnect.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.

Year 2 Classroom Teacher

Gymea Bay Public School
01.2016 - 04.2016
  • Developed students' literacy and numeracy skills through engaging problem-solving tasks.
  • Enhanced classroom atmosphere by incorporating visual aids, interactive tools, and hands-on learning experiences.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing rules consistently, and modeling respect for all individuals.

Year 3 Teacher

Condobolin Public School
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies (e.g. L2R) in individualized instruction plans.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.

Casual teaching – various schools K-6

DET, Lakemba Public School And Others
01.2011 - 12.2012
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Stage 2 Classroom Teacher & K-6 literacy groups

Lakemba Public School
01.2011 - 01.2012

Visual Arts Teacher - 7 - 12

St Mary & St Mina’s Coptic Orthodox College (Rockdale)
09.2008 - 03.2009
  • Enhanced student creativity by incorporating various art mediums and techniques into lessons.
  • Developed students'' artistic skills by providing personalized feedback and guidance on their artwork.
  • Improved student engagement in the classroom by designing innovative, project-based learning experiences focused on artistic expression.
  • Managed a diverse range of learners, adapting lesson plans to accommodate different abilities and interests.

Education

Masters of Teaching (Primary) -

Australian Catholic University (ACU)
01.2010

Postgraduate Certificate in Education (TESOL) -

ACU
01.2010

Postgraduate Certificate in Religious Education -

ACU
01.2010

Bachelor of Teaching / Bachelor of Arts (Visual Arts & Theology) -

ACU
01.2008

Skills

  • Visual Arts
  • Pastoral Care
  • Classroom Instruction
  • R2L - Reading 2 Learn
  • Behaviour Management
  • Leaning and Support Teacher
  • Mentor and Positive Role Model
  • PBL - Positive Behaviour for Learning

Roles Responsibilities Learning

  • Support Class Teacher
  • Year 9 and Y 10 Adviser/ Well-being and Welfare
  • Classroom Teacher K-6
  • Differentiated Programming, Report Writing, PLAN Data, NAPLAN
  • Reading 2 Learn (R2L)
  • Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) / Restorative Justice
  • Public Speaking Coordinator
  • Learning and Support Teacher / Mentor / Evaluate teacher programs
  • Stage 2 Camp
  • WHS Committee
  • Understanding and Managing Behaviour
  • Project Based Learning
  • Understanding Personalised Learning and Support
  • EAL/D Teacher
  • Teaching Language English Language Learners (TELL)
  • Pastoral Care
  • Youth Mental Health First Aid
  • Students in Trauma and Advanced Suicide Prevention
  • Visual Arts KP-10

Personal Information

Title: EAL/D Teacher at Murrumbidgee Regional High School, Griffith Site

Certification

  • Learning and Support Training
  • TTELL - Teaching Language English Language Learners
  • Youth Mental Health First Aid Officer - Students in Trauma and Advanced Suicide Prevention

Timeline

Visual Arts Teacher KP-10 (TAS, Math, EAL/D, SoR)

Verity Cristian College
01.2021 - Current

Y7 Middle School, EAL/D Teacher & Y10 Advisor

Murrumbidgee Regional High School Griffith Campus
01.2018 - 12.2020

Support Class Teacher (IM) & Y9 Advisor

Hay War Memorial High School
01.2017 - 12.2017

Relieving LaST

Coonamble High School
07.2016 - 12.2016

Year 2/3 Classroom Teacher

Engadine Public School
04.2016 - 07.2016

Year 2 Classroom Teacher

Gymea Bay Public School
01.2016 - 04.2016

Year 3 Teacher

Condobolin Public School
01.2013 - 01.2015

Casual teaching – various schools K-6

DET, Lakemba Public School And Others
01.2011 - 12.2012

Stage 2 Classroom Teacher & K-6 literacy groups

Lakemba Public School
01.2011 - 01.2012

Visual Arts Teacher - 7 - 12

St Mary & St Mina’s Coptic Orthodox College (Rockdale)
09.2008 - 03.2009

Masters of Teaching (Primary) -

Australian Catholic University (ACU)

Postgraduate Certificate in Education (TESOL) -

ACU

Postgraduate Certificate in Religious Education -

ACU

Bachelor of Teaching / Bachelor of Arts (Visual Arts & Theology) -

ACU

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