Katie Burns
Science Teacher
Kangaroo Point,QLD
Summary
I am a qualified Science teacher, with 9 years of experience in Education. I am hardworking and a passionate individual, successful at collaborating with teachers and support specialists to enhance student performance. I am focused on adapting lessons to suit the needs of the individual and I am effective at generating student enthusiasm and motivation for learning. I am committed to offering educational lessons that provide a fun and inclusive learning environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Science Teacher
St Peter's Lutheran College
10.2023 - Current
- Developed knowledge of the Queensland Science curriculum and adapted resources appropriately.
- Utilised technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed my subject knowledge and taught post 16 Senior Chemistry.
Travelling
Various Temporary Teaching Roles
11.2022 - 10.2023
Head of Science
Auckland College
01.2020 - 11.2022
- Students achieved 100% pass rate in Science Entry/GCSE exams Summer 2022
- Constructed and implemented planning, which included appropriate differentiation for each class.
- Conferred with Directors and the Head Teacher to discuss Science targets and pupil interventions.
- Maintained relationships with Scientists within the community and recruited them to take part in my annual Science Careers webinar.
- Prepared additional resources for students with Special Educational Needs eg. Coloured paper, chunked text, key-word sheet.
- Subscribed to the ASE (Association for Science Education) for access to new reading, school resources, journals and workshops.
Science Teacher
St Julie's Catholic High School
09.2018 - 12.2019
- Conferred with parents during parent- teacher meetings to discuss grades and targets both virtually and face to face.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students, as well as those with individualised learning plans.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Collaborated with specialists to meet needs of students with different Special Educational Needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Science Education
Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield, UK 09.2015 - 06.2018
Additional Training
- Fire Marshall (February 2022)
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation trained (November 2022)
- Working With Children (December 2022)
- Swim England teacher (2013) Swim Australia teacher (December 2022)
Timeline
Science Teacher
St Peter's Lutheran College
10.2023 - Current
Travelling
Various Temporary Teaching Roles
11.2022 - 10.2023
Head of Science
Auckland College
01.2020 - 11.2022
Science Teacher
St Julie's Catholic High School
09.2018 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Science Education
Sheffield Hallam University
09.2015 - 06.2018
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