Hi, I’m
Kerri Turner
Brisbane,Qld
Summary
Passionate educator with a proven track record at Nundah State School, leading to foster a community of student-focused educators within environments that deliver engaging, best-practice teaching for inclusion of all students, with a particular vision for students with additional needs. Excelled in teamwork, and collaboration, significantly enhancing learning outcomes. Skilled in problem-solving and communication, consistently pursued professional development to enhance knowledge and skills.
Overview
26
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Nundah State School
Acting HOSE
04.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Work effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Work well in a team setting, providing support and guidance to the SWAN team (Student Wellbeing and Academic Needs), students and the wider school community.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with staff deployment and management (scheduling timetables and rosters).
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Nundah State School
SWAN Intensive Teacher
07.2021 - 04.2024
Job overview
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning goals.
- Assisted teachers, through our SWAN processes, to develop adjustments in teaching and learning for students with specific needs. Manage classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established expectations.
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environments for all students that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching and assessing strategies into classrooms.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Mentored new teachers and teacher aides, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Developed student specific plans, programs and adjustments for personalised learning, reviewing resources, skills and effectiveness of these programs.
Acacia Ridge State School
STLAN (Support Teacher for Literacy and Numeracy)
01.2013 - 07.2021
Job overview
- Developed leadership through coaching, mentoring & professional development,
- Leading teachers through reading data research and planning cycles to improve teach pedagogy with a view for equity and inclusion.
- Implemented various instructional strategies and research based programs to engage all learners effectively, with a strong reading focus and development of maths concepts.
- Delivered personalised educational, behavioural, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Assisted teachers with planning, classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environments, following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety, implementing 'Active School' programs and activities.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques (Positive Behaviour for Learning).
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to facilitate established curriculum.
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Collaborated with teachers and outside agencies to develop individualised educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices, incorporating new ideas into the curriculum accordingly with a focus on Trauma aware practise - Berry Street.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Development of management processes to support the smooth running of the school.
Woodcrest College - Formerly Springfield SS
Teacher - Early Years
01.1998 - 01.2013
Job overview
- Initiation of new school - Policy, procedure and resource alignment and development in collaboration with staff, students and community.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organisation.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
Whites Hill State College
Teacher - Early Years
10.2011 - 12.2012
Job overview
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as digital technology 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.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning and reporting to parents.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
My Children
Home Manager
07.2007 - 09.2011
Job overview
- Maintained a safe and comfortable living environment for my family through maintenance and care activities.
- Offered learning opportunities to help young children develop important life skills.
- Managed financial aspects of the home, including budgeting, expense tracking, and negotiations to optimise resources.
- Enhanced children's satisfaction by implementing personalised care and coordinating daily activities.
Education
Griffith University, Brisbane, QLD
Bachelor of Education from Yearly Childhood Education
12.1997
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Student focus / needs based approach
- Delivery of engaging best practice for teaching
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Excellent Communication
- Dependable and Responsible
Certification
Bronze Medallion
Surf Life Saver
Patrol Greenmount Beach
Nipper Age Manager
Education Officer TH&C Surf lifesaving club
Additional Information
Enjoy learning about Choice Theory
Love skiing in Japan, reading and relaxing with family and friends
Timeline
Acting HOSE
Nundah State School
04.2024 - Current
SWAN Intensive Teacher
Nundah State School
07.2021 - 04.2024
STLAN (Support Teacher for Literacy and Numeracy)
Acacia Ridge State School
01.2013 - 07.2021
Teacher - Early Years
Whites Hill State College
10.2011 - 12.2012
Home Manager
My Children
07.2007 - 09.2011
Teacher - Early Years
Woodcrest College - Formerly Springfield SS
01.1998 - 01.2013
Griffith University
Bachelor of Education from Yearly Childhood Education
Bronze Medallion
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