Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Kerry-lee Furniss

Bli Bli,Queensland

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Specialist Teacher

Endoxia Kids
06.2022 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students and their families, fostering open communication channels to address individual concerns and progress updates.
  • Planned individualized learning plans tailored to each student's unique needs.
  • Focus on building confidence and a love for learning.
  • Partnered with professionals and child’s team to optimize support strategies.
  • Implemented evidence-based programs - Sounds Write and UFLI to support students.

Tutor/Learning Support Teacher

KL Tutoring
04.2021 - 05.2022


  • In class and after school support for ASD/ADHD/Dyslexic learner
  • Provided homework assistance and supported students with reading and spelling using 'Get Reading Write'
  • Worked together with teachers to support learners that were below grade level in Literacy and Math.


Principal/Teacher

Kanga & Roo's Kindy
04.2007 - 03.2009
  • Promoted a culture of inclusivity and diversity.
  • Managed a team of educators, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
  • Managed and organized school finances to ensure accurate budgeting and resource allocation.
  • Developed comprehensive curriculum plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
  • Developed nutritious and balanced meal plans to support students' health and well-being.
  • Maintained regular communication with parents to ensure alignment on student development.

Owner/Facilitator

Kanga & Roo's - Mums and Tots Workshop
02.2005 - 12.2006
  • Organized and conducted workshops for mothers and babies/toddlers, promoting bonding and learning.
  • Developed and organized sensory play activities, music and movement games aimed at supporting developmental milestones.
  • Arranged expert-led sessions to assist parents in better understanding and bonding with their children.

Teacher

The King School West Rand
03.1997 - 12.2003
  • Taught Prep and Year 1
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Classroom Management
  • 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.

Education

B.PrimEd (Early Childhood Education) - Teaching

UNISA, Pretoria, South Africa
12-2004

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Student engagement
  • Student-centred learning

Certification

Sounds Write Practitioner

Timeline

Specialist Teacher - Endoxia Kids
06.2022 - Current
Tutor/Learning Support Teacher - KL Tutoring
04.2021 - 05.2022
Principal/Teacher - Kanga & Roo's Kindy
04.2007 - 03.2009
Owner/Facilitator - Kanga & Roo's - Mums and Tots Workshop
02.2005 - 12.2006
Teacher - The King School West Rand
03.1997 - 12.2003
UNISA - B.PrimEd (Early Childhood Education), Teaching

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