Kate Bamford
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Seasoned Educator and International Programs Coordinator with a background in overseeing multiple projects, coordinating cross-functional teams, and driving program success. Strengths include multi-level planning, team leadership, and communication. Have consistently demonstrated high productivity that increases the efficiency and improves operational outcomes. Strengths in working as a team but also as an individual. Japanese Language skills/qualifications and cultural understanding. Excellent problem-solving skills and strong understanding of compliance and business acumen.
Driven to succeed and committed to working hard to achieve optimal outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
VIC Regional/Program Manager
AIIU- Australian Institute of International Understanding
Melbourne, Victoria
10.2023 - Current
- Coordinate Inbound programs for International students on study tours.
- Lead a team of Group Coordinators to provide exceptional programs to student visitors
- Creation of budgets, itineraries, bookings etc to ensure programs run smoothly.
- Collaboration with both Australian and International networks.
- Run training sessions and recruit new employees
- Recruit schools and develop the program within the schools.
- Create outbound program opportunities for Australian students.
Multilingual Language Learners Community Leader
Diocese of Sale- Catholic Education Office
Melbourne, Victoria
01.2017 - Current
- Oversee all Primary and Secondary schools in the Western District of Sale (16 schools) to ensure their Language programs run efficiently and to the required standards.
- Ensure Language teachers are supported and have the correct training and professional development
- Run Professional development programs
International Programs Coordinator
St Francis Xavier College
Melbourne, Victoria
01.2006 - 01.2024
- Coordinate and run Inbound and Outbound International Programs
- Liaise with International schools
- Prepare contracts and MOAs, budgets, information evenings, train staff, manage overall success of International division.
- Compliance- Risk Assessments
- Create programs within the school that generate income for the College and cultural experiences for the students
- Work with other schools to create and develop their International Programs from beginning to end.
- Present at National Conferences on Study Tour Operations for Schools
Head of Department- Languages
St Francis Xavier College
Melbourne, Victoria
01.2007 - 01.2016
- Oversee Languages Department and the staff ensuring that curriculum is developed in accordance with VCAA standards.
- Coordinate Language programs, cultural events, student exams, International visitors and source opportunities to enhance the program.
- Handle all paperwork/legalities for International University credit students to attend the College and work as speaking assistants
- Prepare Department budgets and ensure budgets are distributed accordingly.
Teacher- Japanese/Humanities Teacher
St Francis Xavier College
Melbourne, Victoria
01.2006 - Current
- Japanese Teacher
- Humanities Teacher (History/Geography/Social Sciences)
Japanese Program Coordinator
St Catherines Primary School
Melbourne, Victoria
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Primary school Grade Prep-6 Japanese Program coordinator.
Education
Masters in Asian Studies -
Flinders University
South AustraliaBachelor of Arts (languages)/Teaching -
University of New England
Armidale, NSWSkills
- Written and verbal communication
- Budget Management
- Staff Management
- Schedule Management
- Project Planning
- Interpersonal Relations
- Professionalism
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Scheduling and Coordinating
- Team Leadership
- Staff Training
Certification
- Qualified Education Agent Counsellor QEAC #12959
- AUSTSWIM Instructor (Swim Teacher Qualification) license #2365161
- VIT Registered Teacher (Registration #330302)
- First Aid Level 2 - including CPR/Anaphylaxis/asthma (current)
- Mandatory reporting/ Child Protection certificates (current)
- Certificate IV in Personal Training
- Certificate II in Building and Construction
Timeline
VIC Regional/Program Manager
AIIU- Australian Institute of International Understanding
10.2023 - Current
Multilingual Language Learners Community Leader
Diocese of Sale- Catholic Education Office
01.2017 - Current
Head of Department- Languages
St Francis Xavier College
01.2007 - 01.2016
International Programs Coordinator
St Francis Xavier College
01.2006 - 01.2024
Teacher- Japanese/Humanities Teacher
St Francis Xavier College
01.2006 - Current
Japanese Program Coordinator
St Catherines Primary School
01.2004 - 01.2006
Masters in Asian Studies -
Flinders University
Bachelor of Arts (languages)/Teaching -
University of New England
- Qualified Education Agent Counsellor QEAC #12959
- AUSTSWIM Instructor (Swim Teacher Qualification) license #2365161
- VIT Registered Teacher (Registration #330302)
- First Aid Level 2 - including CPR/Anaphylaxis/asthma (current)
- Mandatory reporting/ Child Protection certificates (current)
- Certificate IV in Personal Training
- Certificate II in Building and Construction
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