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Kelly McFarlane

Warrawong,NSW

Summary

Dynamic teacher, excelling in classroom management and differentiated instruction. Leveraged IEP understanding and student engagement techniques to significantly enhance learning outcomes. Specialized in creating inclusive, results-driven educational environments, showcasing a blend of hard and soft skills to foster academic and personal growth in diverse learners. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behaviour.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Casual Relief Teacher

Department of Education
02.2024 - Current
  • Implemented effective behaviour management strategies, resulting in improved student focus and participation.
  • Developed a positive classroom environment, fostering collaboration and respect among students.
  • Contributed to curriculum development initiatives, ensuring alignment with state standards and relevance to modern contexts.
  • Provided instructional support to students with special needs through differentiated instruction and accommodations tailored to their unique requirements.

Classroom Teacher

Unanderra Public School
03.2023 - 02.2024
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
  • Established clear expectations for behaviour and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
  • Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.

Classroom Teacher

Flinders Public School
02.2022 - 07.2022
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
  • Established clear expectations for behaviour and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
  • Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
  • Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
  • Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, increasing students'' understanding of how subjects interconnect.
  • Provided timely feedback on assignments, allowing students to learn from mistakes and improve their performance.

RFF Teacher

Flinders Public School
10.2021 - 01.2022
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behaviour to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.

Classroom Teacher

Nowra Public School
02.2021 - 09.2021
  • Trained in implementing lessons using ICT, being an Apple Device School.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioural and academic issues.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behaviour.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
  • Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
  • Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
  • Established clear expectations for behaviour and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
  • Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.

Student Learning Support Officer

Flinders Public School
12.2019 - 02.2021

Assisted in classroom activities, school routines, and the care and management of students with disabilities and behaviour disorders.

 the implementation of individual education programs;

 providing opportunities for students to develop personal, social independent living and pre‐vocational skills; and

attending to the personal care needs of students.

Physical Education Teacher

Dance Fever
01.2019 - 11.2019
  • Organized annual field days and sports tournaments, promoting physical activity and healthy competition among students.
  • Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
  • Created a safe and inclusive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations for behaviour and respect among students.
  • Managed classroom behaviour to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
  • Prepared lesson plans to teach age-appropriate exercises in alignment with school curriculum.

Education

Bachelor of Education (Primary) - Primary Teaching

Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne, VIC
07.2021

Skills

  • Specialised in mathematics
  • Classroom Management
  • Group Instruction
  • Discipline
  • IEP understanding
  • Lesson Plan Implementation
  • Student Engagement
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Special Education
  • Behavior Management
  • Classroom Technology

Timeline

Casual Relief Teacher

Department of Education
02.2024 - Current

Classroom Teacher

Unanderra Public School
03.2023 - 02.2024

Classroom Teacher

Flinders Public School
02.2022 - 07.2022

RFF Teacher

Flinders Public School
10.2021 - 01.2022

Classroom Teacher

Nowra Public School
02.2021 - 09.2021

Student Learning Support Officer

Flinders Public School
12.2019 - 02.2021

Physical Education Teacher

Dance Fever
01.2019 - 11.2019

Bachelor of Education (Primary) - Primary Teaching

Swinburne University of Technology
Kelly McFarlane