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Jodie Connor

East Gosford

Summary

Educational leader with a strong background in administration, curriculum development, and student engagement. Proven ability to foster a collaborative environment that drives academic achievement and continuous improvement. Adept at adapting to evolving educational needs and ensuring that theteam meets high standards. Recognised for leadership, effective communication, and strategic planning.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Acting Principal

St Edward's College
06.2025 - Current
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
  • Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
  • Monitored student behaviour and enforced discipline policies.
  • Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
  • Promoted diversity within the school community through inclusive policies, programming, and recruitment efforts.
  • Enhanced safety protocols, creating secure and welcoming school environment for students and staff.

Deputy Principal

St Edwards College
01.2022 - Current
  • Supporting the Principal to navigate complex challenges with empathy and proactive solutions, ensuring the well-being and growth of students and staff alike.
  • In the absence of the Principal, I seamlessly transition into the role, guiding the institution with vision and dedication.
  • Through collaborative leadership and innovative initiatives, I inspire continuous improvement, shaping a brighter future for our educational community, including leading the development of the college strategic plan.
  • Promoted a safe and inclusive learning environment by addressing student needs, both academically and emotionally.
  • Coordinated community outreach efforts to strengthen partnerships between the school and local organizations.

Director of Professional Learning

St Edwards College
01.2017 - 12.2021
  • As Director of Professional Learning, I spearheaded a strategic initiative prioritising explicit teaching and collaborative practices, fostering a dynamic learning environment.
  • Leading the National Teacher Accreditation process, I ensured alignment with external standards, including those set by the New South Wales Education Standards Authority (NESA).
  • Additionally, I pioneered the integration of technology, introducing the College Learning Management System (CANVAS) to enhance educational innovation.
  • Through instructional design and policy development, I facilitated a culture of continuous improvement, promoting collective growth within the educational community.

Director of Administration

St Edwards College
01.2014 - 12.2016
  • Working as Director of Administration, I oversaw critical institutional functions, including event planning and human resources management, ensuring seamless operations.
  • Notably, I led the development of the College Student Management System (iWise), enhancing administrative efficiency through technological innovation.
  • Additionally, I implemented strategies to maintain student attendance compliance and fostered a cohesive professional community through comprehensive staff induction processes.
  • My dedication to regulatory adherence and organisational excellence underscored my impactful leadership in driving institutional success.

Pastoral Leader

St Edwards College
01.2013 - 12.2013
  • As acting Pastoral Leader, I played a pivotal role in nurturing the holistic development of students within the designated year group.
  • This involved establishing personal connections, monitoring progress, and providing tailored guidance aligned with educational standards.
  • Proactively staying informed about contemporary research, I integrated insights into pastoral care practices to address evolving adolescent health issues.
  • Through collaboration with parents, counsellors, and career advisors, I implemented support mechanisms to address diverse social-emotional needs, ensuring a comprehensive approach to student wellbeing.

Lecturer

University of Newcastle
01.2005 - 12.2012
  • In my capacity as a Casual Lecturer/Tutor at the University of Newcastle, my principal responsibilities extended to the design and effective delivery of the Drama component within the EDST4200, EDUC3745, and EDUC6745 courses.
  • This encompassed a comprehensive approach, including curriculum development, pedagogical delivery, and the implementation of robust assessment strategies.
  • Importantly, my responsibilities also involved the introduction and incorporation of the national professional standards for teachers, thereby enriching the educational experience with a focus on excellence and professionalism in the field of education.
  • Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources.
  • Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.

Drama Coordinator

St Edwards College
01.1999 - 12.2012
  • As Drama Coordinator, my primary responsibilities were the delivery of elective courses in Drama, Screen & Media, and VET Entertainment.
  • A key aspect of my role was the stewardship of all College performances, encompassing musicals and liturgies, highlighting my commitment to fostering a vibrant and inclusive arts culture within the institution.
  • The role required the strategic management of budgets, continuous curriculum updates, active participation in meetings, and the provision of mentorship to staff members.
  • Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.

COURT OFFICER

Hornsby Local Court
01.1998 - 12.1998
  • In my role as a Court Officer at Hornsby Local Court, I ensured the efficient functioning of legal proceedings.
  • Responsibilities included escorting judges, managing courtroom allocations, and announcing court sessions to maintain procedural clarity.
  • I upheld evidentiary integrity through meticulous record-keeping and actively facilitated communication among stakeholders, including police and legal teams.

Consultant Staff Trainer

Boeing Australia
05.1997 - 11.1997
  • As Consultant Staff Trainer, I spearheaded the implementation of a new systems database, emphasising strategic curriculum design to ensure seamless integration of cutting-edge technologies.
  • Additionally, I led staff training sessions and assessments, dedicated to fostering knowledge and skill development.
  • Maintaining the systems helpdesk, I provided ongoing support, facilitating a smooth transition of the new database at Boeing Watsons Bay, Australia.

Recruitment Consultant

Manpower City North
01.1997 - 05.1997
  • As a Recruitment Consultant, I developed an understanding of clients' hiring needs and organisational objectives, fostering proactive communication to tailor recruitment strategies effectively.
  • My approach prioritised inclusivity in talent acquisition, utilising diverse channels to identify prospective candidates and conducting meticulous evaluations to ensure the best fit.
  • Built strong relationships with clients through regular communication and understanding their unique needs.

Drama/Dance Teacher

Marion College Kenthurst
01.1996 - 12.1996
  • As a Drama/Dance Teacher, I delivered dynamic lessons and designed comprehensive programs and assessments, aligning with New South Wales Education Standards Authority (NESA) guidelines to ensure academic excellence.

Education

YOUTH MENTAL HeaLTH FIRST AID -

Youth Mental Health First Aid Australia
01.2023

CERTIFICATE III IN SCREEN AND MEDIA -

JMC Academy
01.2019

CERTIFICATE IV IN ASSESSMENT AND TRAINING -

TAFE NSW
01.2018

MASTER OF EDUCATION - Leadership & management

Queensland University of Technology
01.2017

CERTIFICATE III IN LIVE PRODUCTION, THEATRE AND EVENTS - Technical Operations

Julius Media Events College
01.2008

CERTIFICATE of religious education - NSW

Diocese of Broken Bay
01.2001

GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN EDUCATION -

Newcastle University
01.1995

BACHELOR OF ARTS - Performing Arts, including Music from the Newcastle Conservatorium

Newcastle University
01.1994

Skills

  • Office 365 Suite
  • Adobe Suite
  • LMS (Canvas)
  • SMS (Compass)
  • HSC Marker
  • HSC Exam Writer
  • Engaging presentation skills
  • Collaboration skills
  • NESA Policy development
  • NESA Policy implementation
  • Time management
  • First Aid Certificate
  • NSW WHS White Card
  • Employee performance evaluations
  • Staff development & management
  • Community engagement
  • Team collaboration

Recent Professional Learning

  • EREBB Leadership Symposium, Cape Town, South Africa, 04/01/25
  • Sydney Morning Herald Education Summit, Sydney, 03/01/24
  • LawSense: Note-taking, Investigations & Interviewing, Zoom, 03/01/24
  • Managing psychosocial hazards in the workplace, LawSense, 02/01/23
  • EREA National Deputy Principal’s Conference, Adelaide, 08/01/23
  • EREA National Safeguarding Conference, Melbourne, 07/01/22
  • OECD Survey of Social & Emotional Skills Webinar, OECD, 09/01/22
  • Coaching experienced colleagues to implement current pedagogies., ASCA, 08/01/21
  • Embedding meta-cognition and self-regulation across secondary subjects, TLN, 02/01/21
  • Structural Failure: Why Australia keeps falling short of our educational goals., UNSW, 03/01/21
  • School/Curriculum leadership Webinar - If you don't feed the Teachers, they eat the students: Reimagining Learning, ASCA, 06/01/21

Accomplishments

  • Leading the community consultation, development and writing of the college strategic plan.
  • Leading the development and design of the College frameworks; Mission & Identity, Pastoral Care & Wellbeing, Professional Learning and Teaching & Learning.
  • Researching developers and designing the change management plan for a new digital student information system (SIS) COMPASS. · Spearheaded the redesign and development of new student awards, expanding opportunities to recognise student growth and achievements. · Implement student 'Values Sessions' and the "College Commitment," fostering a clear understanding among students about the core values upheld by the institution.
  • Achieved the best HSC results and student learning gains to date, underscoring the effectiveness of me earlier initiatives aimed at enhancing teacher efficacy and fostering high expectations among students.
  • Selected to participate in the Expert Teachers Network for the NSW State Curriculum Reform, contributing to shaping education at a broader state level.
  • Served as a guest speaker at the EREA Pathways to Leadership workshop, sharing insights and expertise with aspiring leaders.
  • Working and mentoring aspiring leaders.

Timeline

Acting Principal

St Edward's College
06.2025 - Current

Deputy Principal

St Edwards College
01.2022 - Current

Director of Professional Learning

St Edwards College
01.2017 - 12.2021

Director of Administration

St Edwards College
01.2014 - 12.2016

Pastoral Leader

St Edwards College
01.2013 - 12.2013

Lecturer

University of Newcastle
01.2005 - 12.2012

Drama Coordinator

St Edwards College
01.1999 - 12.2012

COURT OFFICER

Hornsby Local Court
01.1998 - 12.1998

Consultant Staff Trainer

Boeing Australia
05.1997 - 11.1997

Recruitment Consultant

Manpower City North
01.1997 - 05.1997

Drama/Dance Teacher

Marion College Kenthurst
01.1996 - 12.1996

CERTIFICATE III IN SCREEN AND MEDIA -

JMC Academy

CERTIFICATE IV IN ASSESSMENT AND TRAINING -

TAFE NSW

MASTER OF EDUCATION - Leadership & management

Queensland University of Technology

CERTIFICATE III IN LIVE PRODUCTION, THEATRE AND EVENTS - Technical Operations

Julius Media Events College

CERTIFICATE of religious education - NSW

Diocese of Broken Bay

GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN EDUCATION -

Newcastle University

BACHELOR OF ARTS - Performing Arts, including Music from the Newcastle Conservatorium

Newcastle University

YOUTH MENTAL HeaLTH FIRST AID -

Youth Mental Health First Aid Australia

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