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Kavetha Walker

Thornlie,WA

Summary

Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.

Work History

Teacher

Yale Primary School
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.

Education

Graduate Diploma in Education - Primary Education

Edith Cowan University
Perth, WA
04.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Adelaide University
Adelaide, SA
12.2005

Skills

  • Small Group Instruction
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Student Engagement
  • Group Instruction
  • Assisting with the completion/implementation/ review of individual documented plans, SEN planning and disability adjustments
  • Liaising with external providers and therapists and the booking of therapy sessions taking place at school
  • Organising, attending and minute taking of case conferences with parents and external agencies
  • Liasing with CPFS and case managers regarding children in care
  • Assisting with learning strategies and processes for EALD students such as Progress Maps
  • Liasing with our AIEO regarding our Indigenous students
  • Assisting with attendance processes and the implementation of attendance improvement strategies and attendance plans
  • Fortnightly SAER Meetings with school psychologist and Deputy to update and progress students under current active school psychologist involvement
  • Support the Admin team as required

Timeline

Teacher

Yale Primary School

Graduate Diploma in Education - Primary Education

Edith Cowan University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Adelaide University
Kavetha Walker