Julia Vasilevski
Sydney,Australia
Summary
I am a classroom teacher with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality learning experiences underpinned by determination, imagination and purpose. With proven experience leading a full-time Year 1 class, I have developed skills in curriculum planning, assessment, differentiating and effective classroom practice. Grounded in the values of my Catholic faith, I am dedicated to fostering both academic growth and personal growth by creating environments where students feel nurtured, respected and encouraged. I strive to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment where every child feels safe, valued and empowered to reach their full potential.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Year 1 Classroom Teacher
St Patrick's Primary Catholic School
Parramatta, NSW
01.2025 - Current
- Responsible for planning, delivering, and assessing high-quality experiences that align with the NSW K-6 Syllabuses across all key learning areas.
- Building strong foundational skills in literacy involves explicitly teaching phonemic awareness, phonics, and decoding strategies, while also fostering growth in vocabulary, oral language, comprehension, and writing. Students are guided to become confident readers and writers by developing the essential skills needed to access all areas of the curriculum.
- Developing foundational skills in numeracy involves explicitly teaching mathematical thinking through rich, hands-on experiences with concrete and pictorial materials. Students are supported to build a deep understanding of number, counting, and place value, while confidently applying strategies for addition, subtraction, and grouping.
- Differentiated teaching and learning sequences that address the diverse needs of students including EAL/D learners.
- Planning and monitoring student progress through the effective use of formative and summative assessments, including screening tools and running records, to track growth and adjust future teaching and learning.
- Collaboration with the Instructionalist Specialist to refine, co-plan, and implement high-impact teaching strategies and lessons that align to the NSW curriculum. Through coaching sessions, classroom observations, and feedback we collaborate on refining teaching and assessment practices.
- Collaborating with the Diversity Coordinator to design engaging, inclusive lessons that accommodate diverse needs. Drawing on their expertise, we have developed differentiated tasks and tailored adjustments to ensure all students participate and achieve success. Additionally, collaborated and monitored Personalised Plans (PPSD) to support individual learning needs to ensure appropriate adjustments were implemented and reviewed.
- Co-teaching with a Reading Recovery Specialist strengthened my teaching practice in reading and writing. Our collaboration included explicitly co-teaching lessons in areas such as phonics, guided reading, guided writing, decoding, fluency and, comprehension.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
PART-TIME YEAR 5/6 CLASSROOM TEACHER
St Joseph the Worker Catholic Primary School
Auburn South, NSW
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Job share position with Assistant Principal, permanent part-time classroom teacher.
- Often attended additionally as a casual, gaining experience working across all year groups, such as Kindergarten, Year 1/2, and Year 3/4.
- In my teaching experience, I have actively engaged with the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD) to identify and support students with diverse learning needs. This process has guided me in developing targeted interventions and creating a more inclusive and equitable classroom environment. Additionally, my involvement in Personalised Planning for Students with Diverse Learning Needs (PPSD) has enhanced my ability to collaborate with parents, specialists, and students to craft individual learning plans that empower each learner.
- This school was structured as a stage-focused school separating students by stage instead of grade. This allowed me to apply various skills to tailor lessons and activities to meet the varying academic levels and learning styles of students, including support and extension for those with special needs and high achievers in the same classroom.
- Personally created and wrote engaging programs across all KLAs, students' formative and summative assessments, and homework tasks that directly aligned with the NSW curriculum, ensuring compliance and a high standard of student learning.
- Applied a flexible teaching pedagogy with distinct approaches to enhance student learning.
- Heavily collaborated with other teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure student success.
- Ability to establish and maintain clear expectations, foster a positive learning environment, and manage diverse classroom behaviours effectively.
CASUAL TEACHER
Riverstone High School
Riverstone, NSW
01.2024 - 09.2024
- High School experience in the support unit working with students of high learning needs ranging from Year 7 - 12.
- I used multi-sensory approaches (visual, auditory, tactile) to engage students.
- I provided individualised support in the classroom for high-needs students as classrooms only had a total of 5-7 kids.
- Incorporated frequent positive reinforcement and praise to build confidence for student learning.
- Provide structured routines to create a predictable and safe learning environment.
FOURTH PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE
St Joseph the Worker Catholic Primary School
Auburn South, Australia
03.2024 - 05.2024
- My final practicum (fourth), teaching my 5/6 class full-time for nine weeks.
- I had the privilege of being supervised by the Assistant Principal, whose extensive experience provided me with invaluable insights.
- Gained the experience to become competent in delivering cross-curricular lessons, connecting subjects such as literacy and numeracy with real-world contexts, and creating rich learning experiences.
- Built hands-on knowledge of how to design interactive and student-centered learning activities that motivated students and developed their critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
PRIVATE TUTOR
Self-employed
Bankstown, Australia
01.2017 - 01.2024
- Privately tutored students in Year 1 to Year 10 level.
- I met with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments and study for examinations.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles.
- Used flashcards and other techniques to test and improve memory through practiced information retrieval.
- Maintained tutoring records to adjust instruction and update parents on student progress.
THIRD PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE
St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School
Summer Hill, Australia
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Enhanced my understanding of creating lesson plans and choosing supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Attained practical skills in summative and formative assessment, written and conducted by myself, to collect student data for reporting.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events (swimming program), and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement (parent-teacher interviews).
SECOND PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE
Holy Saviour Primary School
Greenacre, Australia
11.2022 - 12.2022
- I began to design daily lesson plans across all KLAs, which are customised to student learning needs.
- I was provided with real-time feedback to improve my own delegation of teaching methods.
- Obtained valuable insights into assessing student learning progress and administering various tests to determine student capability level.
- I strengthened my capabilities in collaborating with teachers to promote student well-being.
FIRST PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE
Holy Saviour Primary School
Greenacre, Australia
06.2022 - 06.2022
- This practicum was observation-focused with minimal teaching.
- Progressed in my expertise with maintaining behavioural management by applying effective strategies.
- Individualised support with students was provided.
- Gained knowledge of school curricula, standards, and policies to correctly prepare students.
Education
Bachelor of Primary Education - Religious Education
Australian Catholic University
11.2024
Skills
- Comprehensive understanding of NSW K-6 curriculum
- Lesson planning, programming, and sequencing across all KLAs
- Designing and implementing differentiated learning sequences for diverse students
- Collecting, analysing, and tracking student progress using formative and summative assessment
- Experienced in running records, phonics screener's
- Monitoring, implementing, reviewing and adjusting goals for Personalised Plans (PPSD)
- Establishing safe, supportive, and engaging learning environments
- Regularly implement self-regulations strategies aligned to the Zones of Regulation
- Collaborating with all stakeholders (parents and staff) to support reflective practice and a strong commitment to professional growth
Timeline
Year 1 Classroom Teacher
St Patrick's Primary Catholic School
01.2025 - Current
FOURTH PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE
St Joseph the Worker Catholic Primary School
03.2024 - 05.2024
PART-TIME YEAR 5/6 CLASSROOM TEACHER
St Joseph the Worker Catholic Primary School
01.2024 - 01.2025
CASUAL TEACHER
Riverstone High School
01.2024 - 09.2024
THIRD PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE
St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School
11.2023 - 12.2023
SECOND PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE
Holy Saviour Primary School
11.2022 - 12.2022
FIRST PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE
Holy Saviour Primary School
06.2022 - 06.2022
PRIVATE TUTOR
Self-employed
01.2017 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Primary Education - Religious Education
Australian Catholic University