Passionate and caring primary educator who collaborates with leadership teams to create a rich learning environment for all students. Strong belief in every student's ability to thrive and grow in a supportive classroom. Dedicated to lead a school community from within the classroom and in a collegial approach.
Work History
Mathematics Leader POL
St Martin of Tours - Primary
Rosanna, Vic
2022 - Current
Passionate, inspiring, and enthusiastic advocate of Mathematics for the St. Martin of Tours' school community.
Play an integral role in leadership team meetings as part of the Learning and Teaching team.
Facilitate and led PLMs and whole school closure days.
Manage and oversee the implementation of the Mathematics curriculum for Years P to 6, providing guidance through planning sessions and model lessons.
Utilise student data to guide leadership decisions and enhance instructional approaches for improved student learning outcomes.
Assisting teaching teams (including LSO's) in providing Mathematics support for students with additional learning needs, covering both intervention and extension.
Plan and implement intervention and extension programs including Bond Blocks, GRIN (Getting Ready in Numeracy), and Australian Mathematics Trust programs such as Bebras, Australian Mathematics Competition, and Mathematics Enrichment Programs.
Regularly met with the Principal to discuss mathematical and leadership issues.
Actively engage with leaders, MACS consultants, and university academics at conferences, MACS Mathematics sessions, and Learning and Teaching network sessions to remain up-to-date on current best practices.
Numeracy Coach/Classroom Teacher (POL 0.2)
St John the Evangelist- Primary
Mitcham
2014 - 2021
Collaborated with teaching teams to plan and teach engaging learning experiences.
Made Informed instructional decisions by analysing student assessment results, tailoring teaching approaches to address students' unique educational needs.
Instructed and supported students with learning challenges in a mainstream, inclusive setting.
Collaborated with and guided Learning Support Offices to provide assistance to students with specific needs.
Developed a thought-provoking religious education program that promoted student understanding of faith through recontextualisation and application of the hermeneutical process using the RE Curriculum Framework.
Demonstrated ability to effectively connect RE curriculum with Inquiry units.
Built strong rapport with diverse stakeholders including students, parents, colleagues, staff members and the Parish community.
Demonstrated active involvement in the school community by regularly attending mass, sacramental programs, fundraisers, and events.
Education
M.D. - Mathematical Leadership
Monash University
Bachelor of Arts - Edcuation
Deakin University
Catholic Studies - Graduate Certificate
University of South Australia
Teaching for Impact in Mathematics Series - TIMS (Teach Well) -
01.2024
Leading the -
Monash University
01.2023
understanding.
EMC3 (MACS/ -
Monash University
01.2022
a Catholic School -
01.2021
Graduate Certificate -
01.2020
Certificate in Religious Education -
Australian Academy of Science
01.2018
Skills
Leadership qualities
Presentation skills
Strategic Planning
Coaching and mentoring
Data Analysis
Technology skills aligned with education platforms
Timeline
Mathematics Leader POL
St Martin of Tours - Primary
2022 - Current
Numeracy Coach/Classroom Teacher (POL 0.2)
St John the Evangelist- Primary
2014 - 2021
M.D. - Mathematical Leadership
Monash University
Bachelor of Arts - Edcuation
Deakin University
Catholic Studies - Graduate Certificate
University of South Australia
Teaching for Impact in Mathematics Series - TIMS (Teach Well) -
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