John Vandermark
Perth,WA
Summary
Seasoned Teacher with deep understanding of lesson planning, classroom management, and educational technology integration. Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning styles and needs. Strong communicator with a knack for fostering meaningful relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Proven track record of creating engaging learning environments and promoting positive student outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Joseph Banks Secondary College
Banksia Grove, WA
02.2018 - Current
- Achieved Level 3 Classroom Teacher Status
- School Mentor (Teach for Australia Graduates)
- Pre-service Teacher Mentor
- Developed and implemented lesson sequences, assessments, and forward planning documents based on WA curriculum objectives.
- Assessed student performance through formative and summative assessments, and provided verbal and nonverbal feedback in a timely manner.
- Provided differentiated learning to meet the needs of all students.
- Delivered year 7-12 courses in Humanities and Social Sciences (Geography, Business and Economics, Civics and Citizenship and History).
- Actively sought out opportunities for collaboration with other teachers within the district.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Encouraged critical thinking and cooperative learning skills and structures.
- Created and maintained safe and supportive learning environments.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Utilized ICT to enhance learning within the classroom.
- Planned History and Geography field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Coordinated the Peer Support Program for 8 years
- Prepared weekly newsletters for parents outlining upcoming assignments or events at school.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
Teacher
Clarkson Community High School
Clarkson, WA
02.2014 - 02.2016
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
Education
Level 3 Classroom Teacher -
Department of Education
02-2022
Bachelor of Health And Physical Education -
The University Of Notre Dame
Fremantle, WA11-2016
Skills
- Classroom Instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Student Engagement
- Student-Centered Learning
- Community involvement
- Classroom Management
- Subject matter expertise
- Reporting and documentation
- Parent and student communication
- Formative Assessments and Standard-Based Grading
- Special Needs Students
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Motivating students
- Behavior Management
- Student rapport
- Parent and teacher conferences
- Flexible and adaptive
Affiliations
Enjoys running, hiking and mountain climbing
Passionate about the Catholic Faith, as a coordinator of the RCIA program at our local parish
Accomplishments
- Able to teach Religious Education through my experience as a Catechist
- Level 3 Classroom Teacher
- School Mentor
Timeline
Teacher
Joseph Banks Secondary College
02.2018 - Current
Teacher
Clarkson Community High School
02.2014 - 02.2016
Level 3 Classroom Teacher -
Department of Education
Bachelor of Health And Physical Education -
The University Of Notre Dame
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