Joann Sanderson
Grenfell,NSW
Summary
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. 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 the value of collaboration and committed to fostering classroom environment that encourages students to think critically and expressively. Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ES1-S1 TEACHER
Caragabal Public School
04.2024 - Current
- Developed relationships with parents and guardians to create a strong home-school connection, resulting in increased engagement and attendance
- Developed and implemented comprehensive literacy lessons that catered to the individual needs and learning styles of each student in a multistage class, increasing reading and fluency levels
- Collaborate and worked with community members in the creation of a school mosaic mural of a local area waterway
- Manage the triangulation of multiple sources of student assessment data, with awareness of their strengths and limitations for specific learning purposes.
Visual Arts Teacher KP-10 (TAS, Math, EAL/D, SoR)
Verity Cristian College
01.2021 - 04.2024
- 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
- Organised 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 using 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 with 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 behaviour 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 modelling 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
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.
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
Master of Teaching (Primary) -
Australian Catholic University (ACU)
01.2010
Postgraduate Certificate in Education (TESOL) - undefined
Australian Catholic University (ACU)
01.2010
Postgraduate Certificate in Religious Education - undefined
Australian Catholic University (ACU)
01.2010
Bachelor of Teaching / Bachelor of Arts (Visual Arts & Theology) - undefined
Australian Catholic University (ACU)
01.2008
Skills
- Multistage Teaching
- Early Career Teacher Mentor
- Learning and Support Teacher
- Differentiation for individual learning
- Coordinator of 5-10 exams, NAPLAN
- PBL - Positive Behaviour for Learning
- IM - Special Education and Student Engagement
- EAL/D - English as an Addition Language or Dialect
- Communication and collaboration with all stakeholders
- Data Triangulation to enhance teaching and learning opportunities
Certification
- Learning and Support Training
- Youth Mental Health First Aid Officer - Students in Trauma and Advanced Suicide Prevention
Rolesresponsibilitieslearning
- 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
Timeline
ES1-S1 TEACHER
Caragabal Public School
04.2024 - Current
Visual Arts Teacher KP-10 (TAS, Math, EAL/D, SoR)
Verity Cristian College
01.2021 - 04.2024
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
Lakemba Public School and Others
01.2011 - 12.2012
Visual Arts Teacher - 7 - 12
St Mary & St Mina's Coptic Orthodox College (Rockdale)
09.2008 - 03.2009
Postgraduate Certificate in Education (TESOL) - undefined
Australian Catholic University (ACU)
Postgraduate Certificate in Religious Education - undefined
Australian Catholic University (ACU)
Bachelor of Teaching / Bachelor of Arts (Visual Arts & Theology) - undefined
Australian Catholic University (ACU)
Master of Teaching (Primary) -
Australian Catholic University (ACU)
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