Karen Douglas
Aratula
Summary
For most of my adult working life I have devoted my life to teaching in various educational settings. Within the educational context I have strived to promote learning and encouraging individual potential and achievement in all my learners. My strength has been in establishing a great rapport with students and developing positive and productive relationships with parents, caregivers and fellow colleagues.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Brisbane Catholic Education
01.2021 - 01.2025
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Implemented differentiated teaching strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Boosted student confidence through fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, through liaising with ST:IE to provide targeted support that led to academic growth.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities and the use of technology.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address individual student needs.
- Assessed student progress using various assessment tools (Pat R, Pat M, PM Benchmark, Diagnostic Spelling Tests) adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments, allowing students to learn from mistakes and improve their performance.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, increasing students'' understanding of how subjects interconnect.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behaviour.
Assistant to the Principal: Religious Education/Classroom Teacher
Brisbane Catholic Education
01.2001 - 12.2020
- Supported the Principal in developing and growing the religious life of the school.
- Liaised with the Parish Priest for liturgical celebrations.
- Led and ran the Parish Sacramental Program.
- Met regularly with BCE EOs for planning and implementing the Religious Education Curriculum.
- Supported school staff in writing classroom teaching plans and delivering the Religious Education Curriculum throughout the school.
- Managed and maintained accurate records of student information, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with regulations.
- Engaged with parents to drive parent participation.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by setting deadlines, monitoring progress, and updating the principal on any changes or challenges faced during implementation.
- Managed student discipline matters such as coordinating parent meetings to comply with district and legal policies.
- Assisted in supervising extracurricular activities and events.
- Collaborated with parents and students to coordinate school events.
- Provided support to teachers and staff by addressing concerns, scheduling meetings, and collaborating on various projects.
- Provided support to school committees by taking minutes during meetings and maintaining accurate records of decisions made.
- Aided in budget tracking by compiling financial reports, organizing receipts, and monitoring expenditures to maintain fiscal responsibility within the school setting.
- Assisted in the creation of a welcoming environment for new staff members by organizing orientation sessions and providing necessary resources.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through clear communication channels, resulting in increased trust and engagement within the school community.
- Drafted professional communications on behalf of the principal for internal memos, newsletters or external correspondences to effectively convey important messages.
- Participated in meetings, workshops and seminars to covey or gather information to perform functions.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established clear expectations for behaviour and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
Contract Classroom Teacher Year 1
Brisbane Catholic Education
01.2000 - 12.2000
Contract (maternity Leave) Classroom Teacher Year
Brisbane Catholic Education
05.1999 - 12.1999
Education Officer
Queensland Museum
10.1990 - 04.1999
Education
Certificate IV - Work Health And Safety
Australian Business Training Solutions
Brisbane10.2014
Graduate Certificate - Religious Education
Australian Catholic University
Brisbane, QLD04.2013
Bachelor Education - Education
Deakin University
Melbourne, VIC07.1994
Dip Teaching - Education
Australian National University
Canberra, ACT12.1985
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
Brisbane Catholic Education
01.2021 - 01.2025
Assistant to the Principal: Religious Education/Classroom Teacher
Brisbane Catholic Education
01.2001 - 12.2020
Contract Classroom Teacher Year 1
Brisbane Catholic Education
01.2000 - 12.2000
Contract (maternity Leave) Classroom Teacher Year
Brisbane Catholic Education
05.1999 - 12.1999
Education Officer
Queensland Museum
10.1990 - 04.1999
Certificate IV - Work Health And Safety
Australian Business Training Solutions
Graduate Certificate - Religious Education
Australian Catholic University
Bachelor Education - Education
Deakin University
Dip Teaching - Education
Australian National University
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