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Kelly Staines
Horsfield Bay,Australia
Summary
Multi-disciplinary educator and section leader with over 35 years of experience in education. Highly motivated with a strong work ethic, exceptional interpersonal skills, and the ability to adapt to change. Thrives in diverse, complex, and dynamic roles, excelling in collaborative and challenging projects that leverage team strengths.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Capability Specialist
TAFE NSW
07.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: Product & Quality Group & People Group
- Supporting the implementation of key projects, including:
- TAFE NSW Operating Model Phase 1 & 2
- Product Transformation Team
- Writing capability Plans/ Critical needs analysis for Learning & Teaching Group and TAFE Digital
- Designing, delivering Leadership Development Series for ELG in Learning & Teaching Group
- Researching, designing, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to drive Capability Uplift initiatives, including:
- TPD, IDP, and EBs Uplift
- Ways of Working sessions, Product Management Training and Difficult Conversations workshops
- Designing, delivering, and implementing bespoke tools for capability development incl
- The 90 Day New Leader Guide, Onboarding SharePoint tools for Product Group
- Partnering across TAFE NSW with Learning & Teaching ELG, Alternate Dispute Resolution Team, CI Teams, and Project Management Teams
- Product & Quality Group & People Group
- Developed training materials to enhance staff proficiency and productivity.
Teacher (Full-Time & Part-Time)
TAFE NSW
01.1992 - Current
- Company Overview: Various Campuses (Ultimo, Narimba, Eora College, Enmore)
- Delivering teaching programs across multiple disciplines and AQF levels (Cert II to Advanced Diploma)
- Designing, developing, and evaluating assessments and curriculum materials
- Implementing new training packages and ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks
- Managing student enrolments, orientations, and dispute resolutions
- Training staff in classroom management and innovative teaching methodologies
- Transitioning sections to connected delivery using Microsoft Teams and digital audio plug-ins
- Leading initiatives to foster a culture of collaboration and shared learning
- Various Campuses (Ultimo, Narimba, Eora College, Enmore)
Subject Matter Expert (SME)
TAFE NSW
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Company Overview: Skills Excellence Network (SEN)
- Designing, developing, and reviewing training materials for the new CUA training package
- Collaborating with the SEN build team to enhance learning methodologies
- Engaging with diverse stakeholders to align training materials with organizational goals
- Establishing a system within the SEN Network for feedback, change, and review processes
- Contributions added to TAFE Learning Bank for statewide delivery
- Skills Excellence Network (SEN)
Lead Validator
TAFE NSW
06.2021 - 06.2021
- Company Overview: Skills Team, Ultimo
- Led validation of three units across multiple campuses and disciplines
- Developed and implemented validation processes, training staff, and engaging stakeholders
- Consolidated findings and reported outcomes to key decision-makers
- Skills Team, Ultimo
Acting Head Teacher
TAFE NSW
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Company Overview: Ultimo Campus
- Budget & Financial Management:
- Managed teaching hours, equipment purchases, and minor works within budget
- Met financial targets, deadlines, and key accountabilities
- Ensured accurate financial forecasting and budget planning
- Used budgeting software to track and allocate resources
- Staff & Student Management:
- Led recruitment, staff development, and dispute resolution
- Planned and chaired staff meetings, ensuring clear communication and follow-up actions
- Fostered an inclusive, supportive workplace through wellbeing initiatives and social events
- Managed student enrolment, course marketing, timetabling, and orientation processes
- Project Leadership:
- Led the refurbishment of the music teaching facility at Ultimo TAFE
- Collaborated with stakeholders on floor plans, budgets, and project schedules
- Engaged staff and finance teams to ensure smooth project execution
- Tracked milestones to ensure project goals were met
- Ultimo Campus
Music & LLN Facilitator
Northern Territory Education Department
01.2001 - 01.2009
- Company Overview: Numerous Remote Aboriginal Communities
- Developed and delivered contextualized educational resources for Indigenous students
- Collaborated with community elders, educators, health dept, education dept and various government stakeholders
- Adapted curricula to meet student needs in remote learning environments
- Numerous Remote Aboriginal Communities
Workshop Facilitator
City of Sydney Council
01.2005 - 12.2005
- Company Overview: Redfern Community Centre
- Redfern Community Centre
Workshop Facilitator
Emu Plains Women's Correctional Centre
01.2004 - 12.2004
Education
Diploma of Training Design and Development -
TAFE NSW
03.2023
Certificate IV in Training & Assessment - TAE40110 + TAELLN411 & TAESS502
01.2019
TAE40110 Upgrade -
01.2010
TAA Certificate IV in Workplace Training -
01.2009
Certificate in Mental Health First Aid -
01.2007
OHS Risk Management Course -
01.2004
Cultural Copyright Certification -
Terri Janke Law Offices
01.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Contemporary Music – Percussion/Composition
01.1992
Skills
- Inclusive Practices
- Equitable Work Environments
- Communication
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Problem-Solving
- Project management
- Technical support
- Data analysis
- Customer engagement
- Networking skills
- Relationship building
- Content creation
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Interpersonal skills
Interests
Timeline
Capability Specialist
TAFE NSW
07.2023 - Current
Subject Matter Expert (SME)
TAFE NSW
04.2022 - 01.2023
Lead Validator
TAFE NSW
06.2021 - 06.2021
Acting Head Teacher
TAFE NSW
01.2009 - 01.2013
Workshop Facilitator
City of Sydney Council
01.2005 - 12.2005
Workshop Facilitator
Emu Plains Women's Correctional Centre
01.2004 - 12.2004
Music & LLN Facilitator
Northern Territory Education Department
01.2001 - 01.2009
Teacher (Full-Time & Part-Time)
TAFE NSW
01.1992 - Current
Certificate IV in Training & Assessment - TAE40110 + TAELLN411 & TAESS502
TAE40110 Upgrade -
TAA Certificate IV in Workplace Training -
Certificate in Mental Health First Aid -
OHS Risk Management Course -
Cultural Copyright Certification -
Terri Janke Law Offices
Bachelor of Arts - Contemporary Music – Percussion/Composition
Diploma of Training Design and Development -
TAFE NSW
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