Katie Roberts
11004/23 Norman Street, Southport,QLD
Summary
I am a positive and enthusiastic professional with experience in creating dynamic and inclusive learning environments. I bring strong collaborative skills and adaptability, ensuring smooth transitions in response to evolving educational needs. In my classroom, I strive to ensure that every student feels included, challenged, and valued.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Classroom Teacher
Upper Coomera State College
09.2022 - Current
- Collaboratively developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Assessed student progress using formative and summative evaluations.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create a supportive learning environment and share best practices in instruction.
- Maintained open communication with parents.
- Established clear expectations for behaviour and classroom management, creating a respectful and positive learning environment.
- Served as a PBL leader for grade-level initiatives, coordinating efforts among staff members to improve and incentivise positive reinforcement within the school
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Participated in professional development workshops to learn how to effectively teach phonics through Promoting Literacy Development (PLD).
Year 6 Classroom Teacher
Eagleby South State School
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning needs.
- Fostered positive classroom environment, encouraging student collaboration and participation.
- Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners and providing targeted support.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations, adapting instructional methods accordingly.
- Integrated technology tools to enhance learning experiences.
Classroom Teacher - Varied Year Levels
Edens Landing State School
03.2020 - 12.2021
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that fostered critical thinking and teamwork skills.
- Supported families in navigating home-based learning during COVID-19.
- Attended YXL mentoring programme to assist in meaningful and impactful teaching.
- Attended weekly professional development meetings to learn about Clarity by Lyn Sharratt.
Graduate Diploma Placements
Newtown School and Raroa Norman Intermediate School
04.2019 - 09.2019
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Victoria University of Wellington
11-2018
Graduate Diploma of Primary Teaching -
Victoria University of Wellington
12-2019
Skills
- Classroom management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Relationship building
- Differentiated instruction
- Literacy strategies
Timeline
Prep Classroom Teacher
Upper Coomera State College
09.2022 - Current
Year 6 Classroom Teacher
Eagleby South State School
01.2022 - 09.2022
Classroom Teacher - Varied Year Levels
Edens Landing State School
03.2020 - 12.2021
Graduate Diploma Placements
Newtown School and Raroa Norman Intermediate School
04.2019 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Victoria University of Wellington
Graduate Diploma of Primary Teaching -
Victoria University of Wellington
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