JOSHUA HICKEY
Berowra Heights,Australia
Summary
Experienced in classroom instruction, student engagement, and classroom management, knowledgeable first-year teacher with a proven track record of successfully implementing lesson plans and facilitating interactive learning sessions. Effective in classroom management and strong communication skills, creates an engaging and productive learning environment for students.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
NSW Department Of Education
03.2024 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behaviours to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Improved student behaviour management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
Student Learning Support Officer
Department Of Education
04.2023 - Current
- Prepared classroom for daily lessons and cleaned and organized between classes
- Assisted teachers in developing effective lesson plans and instructional materials to meet the needs of all students
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback and support as needed
- Took attendance and kept track of evaluations and paperwork
- Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, assemblies, and other special events
- Identified student challenges and discussed corrective actions with lead teacher
- Provided individualized instruction to small groups of students within a classroom setting, reinforcing concepts taught by the teacher
- Participated in in-service training, staff meetings and other activities to facilitate professional development
- Collaborated with teachers, parents, administrators, and other staff members to ensure that each student's educational goals were met
- Used appropriate behavior management strategies and techniques
- Assured that safety rules were observed and guarded against accidental injury
- Facilitated activities designed to promote positive social interactions among peers
- Supervised students to proactively identify and resolve disputes or safety hazards
- Assisted in educating students utilizing current child development theories and practices
- Helped to explain assignments and test instructions to boost student comprehension
- Maintained compliance with school and regulatory policies related to health and safety
- Encouraged student independence and academic achievement by exploring new concepts and activities
- Modeled acceptable behavior and built rapport with students to aid in classroom management
- Displayed student work and accomplishments to improve morale
- Cultivated inclusive and equitable learning spaces to support student engagement and access
- Developed and implemented behavior management systems for student success in the classroom
- Interacted with students in a manner congruent with chronological age and developmental level
Bartender
Hornsby RSL Club Ltd
08.2019 - 09.2023
- Took beverages orders from guests and delivered drinks within reasonable time frames
- Assessed bar inventory and completed requisition sheets to restock supplies
- Mixed and served alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages according to established recipes
- Greeted patrons promptly and cordially, exhibiting excellent guest service skills
- Prepared beverages and cocktails according to mixing and presentation standards and recipes
- Checked identification of customers to verify age requirements for alcohol purchases
- Completed POS transactions, returning currency, coin and payment cards to patrons
- Handled guest complaints promptly, contacting supervisor immediately for assistance with escalated issues
- Asked customers who became loud and obnoxious to leave, and physically remove them
Lead Children's Party Host
Hornsby RSL Club Ltd
08.2019 - 09.2023
- Kept informed of shut-down and emergency evacuation procedures
- Directed patrons to rides, seats or attractions
- Sold tickets and collected fees from customers
- Handled any complaints or concerns from guests in a professional manner
- Tracked attendance records using spreadsheets or other software programs
- Planned entertainment activities such as face painting, balloon animals, magic shows., tailored to specific age groups
- Provided creative direction to staff members in order to create an enjoyable and memorable experience for each guest
- Assisted with setup of decorations prior to events beginning
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills, providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere for guests
- Managed supplies inventory and restocked materials as needed during events
- Developed engaging themes for each party that incorporated music, arts and crafts, games, and other activities
- Provided support with cleanup after events concluded by helping return tables, chairs., back into storage areas
- Utilized effective communication skills while interacting with parents, children, vendors, and staff members
- Maintained safety standards by closely monitoring the environment to ensure all children were safe at all times
- Monitored noise levels at events in order to maintain appropriate volume levels according to venue regulations
- Organized and hosted fun parties for children, ensuring all activities ran smoothly
- Greeted guests upon arrival at events and directed them towards designated areas if needed
School Aged Childcare Worker
Hornsby Heights OOSHC
01.2018 - 07.2019
- Cleaned and sanitized childcare toys, keeping play areas hygienic and free of harmful objects
- Assisted in preparing food and serving meals and refreshments to children
- Communicated with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues
- Promoted children's emotional development by encouraging respect of others
- Observed children's behavior and recommended measures for behavior improvement and development of self-care skills
- Administered medication and minor first aid to sick and injured children
- Instructed children in health and personal habits and toileting
- Utilized games, toys and books to develop and improve cognitive skills and physical abilities
- Observed and monitored children's play activities
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts
- Read to children and taught them simple painting, drawing, handicrafts and songs
- Maintain safe play environment
School Aged Childcare Worker
Wideview OOSHC
11.2016 - 12.2018
- Cleaned and sanitized childcare toys, keeping play areas hygienic and free of harmful objects
- Assisted in preparing food and serving meals and refreshments to children
- Communicated with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues
- Promoted children's emotional development by encouraging respect of others
- Observed children's behavior and recommended measures for behavior improvement and development of self-care skills
- Administered medication and minor first aid to sick and injured children
- Instructed children in health and personal habits and toileting
- Utilized games, toys and books to develop and improve cognitive skills and physical abilities
- Observed and monitored children's play activities
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts
- Read to children and taught them simple painting, drawing, handicrafts and songs
- Maintain safe play environment
Education
Bachelor Of Education [Secondary] - HSIE [History] & English
University Of Newcastle
Callaghan, NSW12-2025
High School Certificate -
St Leo's Catholic College
Wahroonga, NSW10.2016
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Learning Assessments
- Educational Strategies
- Educational Games
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Group Assistance
- Support and Education
- Educational Assistance
- Positive Interactions
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Critical thinking
Certification
- WWCC [Employees]
- Drivers License
Timeline
Teacher
NSW Department Of Education
03.2024 - Current
Student Learning Support Officer
Department Of Education
04.2023 - Current
Bartender
Hornsby RSL Club Ltd
08.2019 - 09.2023
Lead Children's Party Host
Hornsby RSL Club Ltd
08.2019 - 09.2023
School Aged Childcare Worker
Hornsby Heights OOSHC
01.2018 - 07.2019
School Aged Childcare Worker
Wideview OOSHC
11.2016 - 12.2018
- WWCC [Employees]
- Drivers License
Bachelor Of Education [Secondary] - HSIE [History] & English
University Of Newcastle
High School Certificate -
St Leo's Catholic College
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