- Avid Reader
- Gardening
- Documenting and sharing travel experiences
- Baking
- Supporting STEM education initiatives and mentorship programs
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
- Fundraising Events
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Dancing
- Strategy Games
- Hiking
- Music
- Bread Making
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Historical Exploration
Kate Ray
Thorpdale
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated educator with a proven track record at Yarragon Primary School, adept at implementing inclusive teaching strategies and fostering strong parent-teacher communication. Skilled in lesson planning and small group instruction, I create engaging learning environments that boost student confidence and achievement. A positive role model committed to student success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Yarragon Primary School
08.2019 - Current
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
- Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, increasing students'' understanding of how subjects interconnect.
- Served as a team leader for grade-level initiatives, coordinating efforts among faculty members to achieve shared goals related to curriculum and instruction improvement.
- Mentored new teachers entering the profession and provided constructive feedback on their teaching methods, promoting growth within the school community.
- Championed inclusionary practices within the classroom setting by accommodating diverse needs of students with special education plans or language barriers, enabling them to succeed alongside peers in mainstream classrooms.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Classroom Teacher
Yallourn North Primary School
01.2014 - 08.2019
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles, Implementing Walker Learning Program.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
Kindergarten Teacher
YMCA
01.2008 - 12.2013
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
Education
Bachelor of Education Primary - Education
Deakin University
Melbourne, VIC12-2010
Bachelor of Early Childhood Studies - Education
University of Melbourne
Parkville, VIC12-1999
Skills
- Classroom management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Cooperative learning
- Field trip planning
- Project-based learning
- Inclusive teaching
- Literacy strategies (Orton Gillingham Phonics)
- First aid and CPR
- Curriculum implementation
- Small group instruction
- Positive role model and mentor
Certification
Orton Gillingham Phonics Specialist
Interests
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
Yarragon Primary School
08.2019 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Yallourn North Primary School
01.2014 - 08.2019
Kindergarten Teacher
YMCA
01.2008 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Education Primary - Education
Deakin University
Bachelor of Early Childhood Studies - Education
University of Melbourne
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