Kirstyn Shaw

• Increased student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and materials to accommodate different learning styles.
• Developed strong relationships with parents, guardians, and colleagues through effective communication and collaboration, fostering a supportive learning environment for students.
• Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills by implementing project-based learning activities and real-world examples into lessons.
• Improved classroom management by setting clear expectations for behaviour and implementing consistent consequences for inappropriate actions.
• Boosted student confidence through regular feedback on their work and providing opportunities for self-assessment, leading to higher levels of motivation and engagement in the classroom.

• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
• Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

I have been improving my professional skills in teaching Music at Pumicestone State school. During my time at this school, I have been working with other staff to provide a engaging music lesson in a short period of time. I have learnt to quickly bring students and explain what we are doing in class while enforcing my expectations

• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

I took on a Year 1 class and learnt new behavioural stills to address high need students.

I have worked with classroom teachers in the following schools to create lesson plans and support students in a range of year levels.

Minimbah State School (2017) - 2 weeks in Prep class.

Narangba State School (2018) - 2 weeks in Year 6 class.

Caboolture State School (2019) - 4 weeks in Prep class.

Morayfield East State School (2020) - 4 weeks in Year 5 class.

Tullawong State School (2022) - 4 week in Year 5 class.

• Assisted with special events or programs.
• Maintained clean, neat and operational facilities to serve program needs.
• Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
• Supported engaging, fun and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
• Provided immediate responses to questions from Parents.
• Organized and managed events to improve skills.