Kristy Ford
THURGOONA,NSW
Summary
Dedicated educator with a history at Seventh-day Adventist Church, adept in fostering student engagement and enhancing learning through creative methods. Excelled in collaborative teamwork and effective communication, significantly improving class participation. Skilled in computer applications and passionate about child development.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Primary Group Leader
Seventhday Adventist Church
01.2020 - 01.2025
- Encouraged class participation to build student confidence and interest in church teachings.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safety and promote orderly learning environments.
- Enhanced student understanding by incorporating hands-on activities and creative teaching methods.
- Tested children's bible knowledge by asking bible trivia questions and hosting bible quizzing competitions.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, maintaining a respectful atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Prepared age-appropriate weekly lesson plans aligned with church teachings.
- Adapted bible verses and lessons into stories and activities to help children comprehend scriptures.
- Boosted student confidence and retention through regular feedback and constructive criticism.
- Guided students in the development of strong moral values and ethical decision-making skills through thoughtful discussions and real-life examples.
- Improved overall class participation by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to share best practices, resources, and ideas for continuous improvement.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to maintain up-to-date knowledge of effective teaching practices within religious education.
Volunteer
Border Christian College
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Helped with grading students work
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Home and School Committee President
Border Christian College
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Improved educational outcomes by increasing funding for the school
- Improved educational outcomes by increasing funding for the school
- Interacted with students, staff and parents throughout a diverse range of daily school activities
Education
Medication Endorsed Nurse - Nursing
Wodonga Institute of TAFE
Wodonga, VIC03-2020
Skills
- Calm and patient demeanour
- Effective communication
- Positive attitude
- Computer skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Thorough medical knowledge
- Disability care knowledge
- Passion for children
Timeline
Volunteer
Border Christian College
01.2023 - 12.2024
Home and School Committee President
Border Christian College
01.2023 - 12.2024
Primary Group Leader
Seventhday Adventist Church
01.2020 - 01.2025
Medication Endorsed Nurse - Nursing
Wodonga Institute of TAFE