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Kate Linton

Success,WA

Summary

Accomplished educator with 22 years of diverse teaching experience in Government and Catholic Education sectors. Currently Head of Learning Area - The Arts at Atwell College. Lead development and implementation of innovative arts programs that inspire creativity and engagement among students. Educational foundation includes a Bachelor of Music Education from the University of Western Australia, with a focus on Classroom Music curriculum and pedagogy, along with a minor in Instrumental pedagogy. Equipped with knowledge and skills to effectively teach a wide range of musical disciplines while adapting to unique student needs. Experienced in mentoring and leading teams of educators to design and enhance learning opportunities. Foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment that encourages exploration and self-expression. A firm believer in the potential of every student to achieve success with the right opportunities and support. Committed to lifelong learning through professional development. Build collaborative relationships with colleagues, families, and the wider community to create a rich educational experience. Strive to create a positive and nurturing environment that celebrates diversity and fosters love for the arts. Dedicated to inspiring the next generation of learners, equipping them with skills and confidence to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Principal-Operations

Atwell College
01.2024 - Current
  • I support and develop aspirant leaders through the Future Leaders Programme mentoring staff to succeed in their chosen project
  • I line manage Mathematics, Science, Technologies and The Arts Learning Areas supporting quality teaching, learning practices, and ensuring quality PLC meetings are run effectively and meaningfully
  • I course counsel senior school student’s pathway selections ensuring SCSA requirements are met
  • Throughout the year ensuring that any timetable or course changes are within the acceptable SCSA time limits
  • I provide support to Student Service Program Coordinators during peak times and with case management of students including Tier 3 intervention students involved with SSEN:B
  • I lead the compilation of supporting evidence for Public School Review on ESAT
  • I handled the construction of 2025 timetable in consultation with key stakeholders such as the Deputy Principal of Education Support and Endorsed coordinators using both SiS and Griddle software for best scheduling
  • I developed the Atwell College Excursion and Events Policy and procedure guidelines ratified by the College Board
  • Staffing contracts and HR, including relief coordination and coordination of EOIs for internal leadership opportunities such as PBS Leaders and Year Coordinators
  • I continue to review and update Staff Induction and information to be accessible via Compass rather than Connect
  • Scheduling Computer Lab bookings and PAC facilities
  • Construction of the 2025 School Calendar with all assessment periods, assemblies, excursions, meetings, and extracurricular activities

Deputy Principal-Operations and Curriculum

Atwell College
07.2023 - Current
  • Facilitate School Development Days ensuring key priorities and School Improvement Plan initiatives are addressed
  • Construction and coordination of OLNA and examination timetables for Years 9, 10 and 11 and PAT tests for Year 7-9 for the commencement of 2024
  • Liaised with SCSA Invigilator to ensure smooth running of ATAR examinations
  • Construction of 2024 timetable in consultation with key stakeholders such as Deputy Principal -Education Support and Endorsed Programme coordinators
  • Reviewing policy and procedures such as Performance Management documentation to ensure college is compliant
  • Staffing contracts and HR including relief coordination, leave and Professional Learning approval
  • Providing guidance to HoLA’s, Program Coordinators and school staff to ensure high quality teaching is being delivered
  • Coordination of staff relief and yard duty roster to ensure all classes and duty areas are supervised by a teacher
  • Coordination and delivery of School Tours to prospective families which stopped due to Covid 19

Head of Learning Area- Arts

Atwell College
01.2018 - 06.2023
  • Member of Curriculum Leadership, Senior Management, Instructional Coaching and Finance Committees
  • Participate in the development of College Business plan 2020-2022, 23-25
  • Create clear evidence-based improvement plans for the development of the learning area and wider school community
  • Lead quality teaching and learning in Atwell College community implementing a school wide pedagogy approach based on Madeline Hunter, CMS/ISE and Teach Well lesson design
  • Facilitate a culture of inclusion and build a culture of high expectations, which accounts for the richness and diversity of the wider school community
  • Plan collaboratively with colleagues through our Arts LA Professional Learning Community (PLC) to develop effective teaching practices and high student achievement
  • Liaise with external stakeholders to develop community events such as Open Night Exhibitions and Performing Arts Showcases and Upper school productions and Festival participation
  • Manage and support resourcing and budget for the Arts Learning Area and extracurricular groups
  • Collect and analyse data to critically reflect on student achievement and deficits that require addressing
  • Develop professional goals and growth with staff to support their continued development and lifelong learning
  • Collaborate and communicate with students, staff, and families to ensure high quality engaging education in a safe positive environment is occurring and student achievement is viable
  • Liaise and schedule IMSS teacher’s lessons and administration for the service they provide
  • Course counselling to Year 10 students selecting senior school courses and presenting course options available to students in the Arts Learning Area to parents, guardians, and students at information evenings

Teacher in Charge of the Arts

Atwell College
01.2015 - 12.2017
  • Work collaboratively with others to ensure continuous meaningful professional development occurs to enhance and improve teaching and learning within the Arts
  • Co-ordinate with peripatetic instrumental teachers to support the Instrumental program and its students
  • Developed and implemented a range of upper school courses and option classes for lower school
  • Developed and implemented behaviour management processes within the Arts with Student Services and Atwell College policy

Music Coordinator

Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School
01.2004 - 12.2015
  • Leader of Student Well-being project team as part of Quality Catholic Schools’ improvement
  • Leader of the Arts Learning Area Focus Group, tasked with overseeing the development of the Arts throughout the school and keeping current with the National Curriculum
  • Manage budgets and resources for Music and Performing Arts
  • Catholic Schools’ Performing Arts Festival School Co-Ordinator
  • Oversee and coordinate instrumental tutors and lessons for the school
  • Introduced a Visual Arts Extension group who worked with local Artists and took part in the annual Act-Belong-Commit Banner competition run by the Rockingham City Council

Education

CMS-CAT -

SENB DoE
01.2021

Accreditation to Teach in a Catholic School -

CEOWA
01.2012

Bachelor of Music Education - Classroom Music curriculum, Instrumental pedagogy

University of Western Australia
01.2001

Skills

  • Instructional leadership
  • Parent-teacher relations
  • Student Engagement
  • Student performance data
  • Teacher performance improvement
  • Collaborative learning
  • Curriculum design
  • Organizational leadership
  • Data-driven instruction
  • Staff management

Id Numbers

DoE: E2063563, 

TRBWA: 32038838, 

WWCC: 780725

Recent Professional Learning

  • 2024, PFWA Seminar, Principals Federation of Western Australia
  • 2024, ADHD Knowledge Series, Fiona Alexander
  • 2024, Griddle Timetabling Onboarding, Griddle
  • 2024, RAMS Training, DoE online
  • 2023, Teach Well Instructional Leader Fellowship, Teach Well
  • 2023, Performance Management to Lead Teaching Improvement for School Leaders
  • 2023, Collaborative Teams That Work Leadership Retreat, Grift Education
  • 2022, Teach Well Masterclass series, Teach Well
  • 2022, The Art of Secondary Timetabling, Leadership Institute
  • 2022, Leadership and Leading Your Team, Leadership Institute
  • 2021, Leading Classroom Observation and Feedback, Leadership Institute
  • 2020, Leading School Improvement for Secondary Team Leaders, Leadership Institute
  • 2019, CMS-Conference Accreditation Training, Mark Reynolds, South Metro (Forrestdale PS)
  • 2018, Understanding Personalised Learning and Support, Statewide Services Centre, Padbury
  • 2018, TLS Using Data to Inform Practice: 7-10 Semester 1 Reflection

Affiliations

  • AToMWA
  • Atwell College Finance Committee
  • Atwell College Board

References

  • Mr. Darren Payton, Principal, Atwell College, Darren.payton@education.wa.edu.au, 61742200
  • Mr. Brent Passchier, Deputy Principal, Atwell College, Brent.passchier@education.wa.edu.au, 61742200

Timeline

Deputy Principal-Operations

Atwell College
01.2024 - Current

Deputy Principal-Operations and Curriculum

Atwell College
07.2023 - Current

Head of Learning Area- Arts

Atwell College
01.2018 - 06.2023

Teacher in Charge of the Arts

Atwell College
01.2015 - 12.2017

Music Coordinator

Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School
01.2004 - 12.2015

Accreditation to Teach in a Catholic School -

CEOWA

Bachelor of Music Education - Classroom Music curriculum, Instrumental pedagogy

University of Western Australia

CMS-CAT -

SENB DoE

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