Kekeatamaitai (Maria) TUITAMA
SYDNEY,NSW
Summary
Innovative educator with extensive experience in curriculum development and instructional leadership. Cultivates critical thinking and student engagement through interactive technology and interdisciplinary projects. Mentors new teachers while collaborating with colleagues to enhance curriculum and create inclusive learning environments that meet diverse student needs.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Teacher: HSIE Department
Model Farm High School, Winston Hills
Winston Hills
01.2026 - 04.2026
- Created engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student learning styles, enhancing student participation and understanding.
- Developed lesson plans to teach historical events, documents and figures in an engaging manner.
- Facilitated discussions on historical events to foster critical thinking skills.
- Assigned tests, quizzes and group projects to assess growth of historical knowledge.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects and activities.
- Partnered with colleagues to develop cohesive curriculum for social studies classes, ensuring alignment with educational standards and diverse student needs.
- Integrated technology into classroom instruction using interactive tools.
- Utilized technology in the classroom such as videos, online resources and simulations to enhance student understanding of various eras.
- Integrated multimedia resources into the classroom setting to stimulate discussion among students.
- Assessed student understanding through various evaluation methods and feedback.
- Provided guidance and support to individual students who needed additional help with class materials.
- Mentored new teachers in classroom management and curriculum development strategies.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to teaching history effectively.
- Coordinated field trips to historical sites, providing students with immersive learning experiences that connected classroom content to real-world contexts.
- Encouraged collaboration between students during group work activities.
- Advised and mentored aspiring history enthusiasts to seek knowledge in secondary sources such as books, magazines and websites.
- Conducted research into the historical background of current events.
- Assisted students in researching topics related to their assignments or projects.
- Developed rubrics for grading written assignments or tests based on historical content standards.
- Advised students on their course selection for history electives.
English Year 12 Teacher
PENNANT HILLS HIGH SCHOOL
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Developed innovative teaching methods that engaged students and enhanced learning outcomes.
- Evaluated and provided feedback on HSC and NAPLAN assessments, fostering student growth since 2006.
- Developed lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and student needs.
- Facilitated engaging classroom discussions to promote critical thinking and participation.
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student understanding and performance.
HSIE Teacher, including Studies of Religion
HILLS ADVENTIST COLLEGE
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Designed engaging lesson plans for diverse student learning needs.
- Facilitated classroom discussions that promoted critical thinking and student engagement.
- Assessed student performance using various evaluation methods.
- Integrated technology to support interactive learning experiences.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design and implement innovative curriculum and effective teaching strategies.
- Provided constructive feedback to students to promote improvement.
- Communicated with parents regarding student progress and classroom initiatives.
- Adapted teaching methods to meet diverse student needs and abilities, fostering inclusive learning environments.
- Developed and implemented English curriculum to meet the needs of students.
- Created lesson plans, handouts, and other materials for teaching English grammar, reading comprehension, and creative writing skills.
- Encouraged active participation in group discussions about literature.
- Incorporated technology into daily lessons to enhance instruction.
- Used online resources to complement traditional course materials and aid in student learning.
- Prepared informative classroom lectures on literature, poetry and historical authors to engage and educate students.
- Handled disciplinary problems with calm and poise and reported escalating issues to the principal.
- Developed class learning plans to meet district and state requirements for instruction.
- Talked with students needing extra attention and made plans to assist with problems.
- Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
- Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
Director of Teaching and Learning/Instructional Leader
MACARTHUR ADVENTIST COLLEGE
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Oversaw secondary school staff and university student practicum while coordinating comprehensive curriculum programs for teaching and learning.
- Coordinated staff meetings and professional development programs to enhance instructional practices.
- Led meetings as chairperson of the Academic Committee to discuss curriculum and policy.
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching styles/methods for teachers.
- Implemented teaching strategies to cater for all students and teachers.
- Collaborating with NESA staff in implementing strategic practice for curriculum.
- Mentored beginning teachers and facilitated meetings to develop effective teaching strategies and support structures.
- Developed and wrote academic programs for different KLAs.
Head Teacher English
MACARTHUR ADVENTIST COLLEGE
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Developed and executed diverse programs to enhance departmental effectiveness.
- Led staff training sessions to strengthen instructional leadership skills.
- Developed curriculum aligned with educational standards and student needs.
- Led staff meetings to enhance teaching strategies and share best practices.
- Coordinated student assessments to monitor progress and inform instruction.
HSIE/English Teacher
NSW DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND TRAINING
07.2006 - 12.2020
- Classroom teacher level teaching Modern History, English, Geography to years 7-12 students.
- HOD English and HSIE Jan 2019 to Dec 2019.
- Supported HSIE department management by collaborating on curriculum development and enhancing teacher collaboration.
- School Certificate Marker, HSC Marker, NAPLAN marker.
- Coordinated school's debating program by organizing training sessions and competitions, promoting student skills and confidence in public speaking.
- Led Student Representative Council for Western Sydney Region, enhancing student engagement and developing leadership skills among participants.
- Participated in the PASIFIKA Leadership Team, contributing to cultural programs and community engagement initiatives.
- Principal of Samoan Community Language School.
Education
BACHELOR OF TEACHING (SECONDARY) - TEACHING
AVONDALE COLLEGE (AVONDALE UNIVERSITY)
Cooranbong, NSW06-2006
BACHELOR OF ARTS - DOUBLE MAJOR IN ENGLISH & HISTORY
AVONDALE COLLEGE (AVONDALE UNIVERSITY)
Cooranbong, NSW12-2005
Skills
- NSW curriculum expertise
- Curriculum design
- Curriculum alignment
- Engaging instructional design
- Lesson design
- Assessment strategies
- Performance assessment
- Student evaluation
- Differentiated teaching
- Teaching strategies
- Student engagement
- Student development
- Program evaluation
- Collaborative teaching
- Faculty collaboration
- Staff training
- Leadership mentorship
- Leadership development
- Tech implementation
- Research skills
- Content creation
- Innovation in teaching
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Interpersonal skills
- Bilingual communication
- Classroom discipline
References
- Carlie Deppler, Principal, Hills Adventist College
- Lauren Dodson, Deputy Principal, St Clair High School, 02 96706700
- Dennis Landon, Head Teacher History, Colo High School, 0427186630
Leadership Experience
Lead and implemented curriculum and instructional leadership programs to all secondary staff. Implemented audit strategies and initiated whole school programs to improve classroom teaching styles.
Timeline
High School Teacher: HSIE Department
Model Farm High School, Winston Hills
01.2026 - 04.2026
English Year 12 Teacher
PENNANT HILLS HIGH SCHOOL
01.2024 - 08.2024
HSIE Teacher, including Studies of Religion
HILLS ADVENTIST COLLEGE
07.2022 - 12.2022
Director of Teaching and Learning/Instructional Leader
MACARTHUR ADVENTIST COLLEGE
01.2022 - 09.2022
Head Teacher English
MACARTHUR ADVENTIST COLLEGE
01.2021 - 05.2021
HSIE/English Teacher
NSW DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND TRAINING
07.2006 - 12.2020
BACHELOR OF TEACHING (SECONDARY) - TEACHING
AVONDALE COLLEGE (AVONDALE UNIVERSITY)
BACHELOR OF ARTS - DOUBLE MAJOR IN ENGLISH & HISTORY
AVONDALE COLLEGE (AVONDALE UNIVERSITY)