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Jody O'Shea

Beerburrum,QLD

Summary

Educational leader with extensive experience at Caboolture Special School, specialising in curriculum development and data analysis. Proven ability to implement inclusive teaching strategies and lead professional development initiatives. Achievements include mentoring staff and improving student outcomes through effective assessment design and collaboration. Dedicated to fostering continuous improvement in educational practices.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Head of Department – Curriculum

Caboolture Special School
08.2024 - Current
  • Company Overview: Department of Education
  • Lead the development and implementation of the Whole School Curriculum Plan and maintain centralised OneNote for staff access to planning and professional resources.
  • Drive curriculum leadership across the school, ensuring alignment with the Australian Curriculum and inclusive pedagogical practices.
  • Deliver PD for staff on curriculum delivery, pedagogy, data use, and assessment/reporting processes.
  • Oversee planning (3 levels), the Assessment & Reporting Cycle, and Data Plan.
  • Monitor and promote the use of student data (literacy, numeracy, communication diagnostics) to guide instruction and school planning.
  • Lead Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and support assessment moderation, Seesaw use, and ICP quality assurance.
  • Facilitate excursion/incursion planning and support school-wide communications through newsletters and digital platforms.
  • Mentor new staff, assist with induction processes, and lead a culture of continuous improvement through classroom visits and teacher support.
  • Department of Education

Classroom and Specialist Teaching Roles

Various Schools
01.2020 - 01.2024
  • Company Overview: Department of Education
  • Delivered inclusive and differentiated teaching for students with complex communication needs and diverse learning profiles (P–12).
  • Developed and implemented Individual Curriculum Plans (ICPs), IBSPs, and ISPs, ensuring alignment with curriculum and student goals.
  • Collected, analysed, and used student data to guide instruction and case management.
  • Led and participated in PBL initiatives, Intensive Interaction PLC, and supported external transitions for senior students.
  • In HOSES absence, providing consultation and support to teachers and liaising with external stakeholders.
  • Managed AIMS systems, student timetables, and supported general classroom teaching including behaviour and curriculum planning.
  • Department of Education

Kindergarten Teacher / Assistant Director

Goodstart Early Learning
01.2006 - 01.2017
  • Designed and delivered kindergarten programs aligned with the QKLG and EYLF.
  • Supported staff with implementation of EYLF and mentored early career educators.
  • Contributed to leadership team during Assessment and Rating process (Exceeding rating achieved).
  • Engaged with families and stakeholders to support early childhood development and transition to school.

Education

Graduate Certificate - Special Education: Complex Communication Needs

Edith Cowan University
01.2023

Bachelor of Education -

University of Southern Queensland
01.2019

Bachelor of Early Childhood -

University of Southern Queensland
01.2010

Skills

  • Educational leadership
  • Curriculum development
  • Data analysis
  • Assessment design
  • Professional learning
  • Inclusive pedagogy
  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration

References

Caboolture Special School                    Caboolture Special School         

Sheldon   Boland                                     Katie Rogers

Principal                                                      Acting Deputy Principal

PH:   5431 4444                                         PH: 0412 794 372

sbola5@eq.edu.au                                  kroge30@eq.edu.au

Timeline

Head of Department – Curriculum

Caboolture Special School
08.2024 - Current

Classroom and Specialist Teaching Roles

Various Schools
01.2020 - 01.2024

Kindergarten Teacher / Assistant Director

Goodstart Early Learning
01.2006 - 01.2017

Graduate Certificate - Special Education: Complex Communication Needs

Edith Cowan University

Bachelor of Education -

University of Southern Queensland

Bachelor of Early Childhood -

University of Southern Queensland
Jody O'Shea