Joanne Souris

Responsible for implementation of English, Mathematics, PDHPE, History and Geography programs for teachers on long leave and all subjects as a casual

• Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
• Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
• Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.

• Implemented and adapted learning programs to suit the learning needs of newly arrived students from beginner to transition level
• Incorporated culturally responsive teaching practices into curriculum design and delivery models promoting inclusivity within the educational setting.
• Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.

• Acting Head Teacher of English and TAL for blocks from 2014 - 2017
• Designed, delivered well sequenced teaching programs in English, Math,HSIE
• Reviewed and improved programs using student feedback and assessment data
• Administered and modified the Student Assessment Placement test weekly for new arrivals
• Collaborated with VET teacher to deliver Workplace Skills program for Stage 6 on a TAFE/employment program
• Prepared students for NAPLAN English Year 7, 9
• Developed, selected and used a range of informal and formal diagnostic, formative and summative assessments
• Used strategies to support student understanding, participation, engagement and achievement from linguistically different backgrounds
• Taught English to newly arrived refugees, local and international students from 11-23, many with disrupted schooling from a beginner foundation, intermediate to transition level with a communicative focus
• Used online learning during COVID with students learning from home using Google classroom and Microsoft Teams
• Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
• Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.

• School Certificate Marking 1990-2010
• NAPLAN marking 2008-2018

• Delivered programs with a strong literacy ESL focus in parallel classes for Year 9, 10, 11, 12
• Designed and implemented ESL HSC Listening task

• Designed and implemented the new arrivals program
• Managed all the teaching resources

• Implemented programs and collaborated with all KLA teachers for the EALD students