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Julie Catherine Lacoste

Queanbeyan,NSW

Summary

As a passionate and experienced secondary teacher specializing in French and Humanities, I bring over 10 years of expertise in teaching French, complemented by a strong background as a former French lawyer and Historian of Laws. I graduated from ACU in 2024 with a GTPA score of 6.25, earning the ACU Canberra Award for Dedication, Hard Work, and Academic Excellence.
I am committed to creating a positive, respectful, and engaging classroom environment, guided by high expectations and a focus on building strong relationships with students. My teaching philosophy is grounded in the principles of Positive Behaviour for Learning, ensuring that every student feels valued and empowered. I employ a differentiated, adaptive, and responsive teaching approach, tailored to the needs of each learner, and consistently use assessment for learning strategies to drive student success.
With a deep understanding of the Australian Curriculum, I am skilled in fostering an inclusive and dynamic learning atmosphere that encourages active participation and critical thinking. My goal is to inspire students to reach their full potential, both academically and personally, while nurturing their love for learning and curiosity.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Casual Relief Teacher

ACT Education Directorate
04.2025 - Current

In primary and secondary school settings.

Founder and Teacher

Canberra French School
01.2016 - Current
  • Established a private language school and delivered high-quality curriculum that allows students to build up their skills in bilingual education
  • In the recent French National Brevet exam, 100% of my students reached distinction grade (85% high distinction)
  • Differentiated course materials
  • Extensive content knowledge
  • Experienced in running a successful small business involving administrative and financial management

Secondary Teacher

Alfred Deakin High School
07.2023 - 12.2024
  • French and Humanities Teacher – Year 7 to 10

French Secondary Teacher

Canberra Grammar School
03.2022 - 06.2022

Teacher

French Language School
03.2015 - 12.2015
  • Teaching French as a second language for adults and young adults
  • All levels
  • One on one and small group classes

Research Assistant French History

Monash University
01.2013 - 03.2015
  • Transcribed and analyzed 800 pages of official and legal French manuscript (19th century)
  • Complied a database currently in use at the University

Family Lawyer/Public Notary

Family Lawyer/Public Notary
09.2002 - 10.2010
  • Company Overview: (France)
  • Notarized 350 transactions per year (sale, inheritance, trust), collected taxes, transfer funds
  • Trained and supervised a team of 8 clerks
  • Analysed and managed legal cases to prevent litigation, prepared affidavits, leases, civil and commercial contracts
  • (France)

Education

TQI Registration (current)

Master of Teaching - Secondary Education

Australian Catholic University
12.2024

Master of Laws And Master of Political Ideas - Family Law, History of Law and Political Ideas

Aix-Marseille University
06.2006

Skills

  • Excellent oral and written communication
  • Detail-Oriented Organizational Skills
  • Classroom management based on PBL and High Care, High Expectations
  • Adaptive and differentiated Teaching Methods
  • Assessment for Learning

Hobbies and Interests

  • Languages
  • Walking
  • Outdoor activities

Timeline

Casual Relief Teacher

ACT Education Directorate
04.2025 - Current

Secondary Teacher

Alfred Deakin High School
07.2023 - 12.2024

French Secondary Teacher

Canberra Grammar School
03.2022 - 06.2022

Founder and Teacher

Canberra French School
01.2016 - Current

Teacher

French Language School
03.2015 - 12.2015

Research Assistant French History

Monash University
01.2013 - 03.2015

Family Lawyer/Public Notary

Family Lawyer/Public Notary
09.2002 - 10.2010

TQI Registration (current)

Master of Teaching - Secondary Education

Australian Catholic University

Master of Laws And Master of Political Ideas - Family Law, History of Law and Political Ideas

Aix-Marseille University
Julie Catherine Lacoste