Laura Main
Sedgefield,New South Wales
Summary
Proactive Head of Agriculture with extensive experience in livestock handling, farm machine operation, and compliance requirements. Skilled in mentoring staff, establishing performance expectations, and fostering teamwork. Strong communication and decision-making abilities, committed to continual learning and professional development.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Agriculture
St Philip's Christian College- Cessnock Campus
01.2021 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Assistant Head of Technology & Applied Science
St Philip's Christian College-Cessnock Campus
06.2018 - 01.2021
- Mentored staff members, providing guidance and support to develop their skills and knowledge.
- Established clear performance expectations for team members, providing constructive feedback and promoting professional development opportunities.
- Served as an intermediary between the Head of Department and staff members, addressing concerns and facilitating open communication channels.
Education
Bachelor of Teaching (Secondary) (Honours) - Education
The University of Newcastle
Newcastle, NSW11.2016
Certificate IV - Training And Assessment
Australian Forensic Services
Sydney, NSW11.2021
Certificate II - Agriculture
TAFE NSW
Dubbo03.2021
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Organizational Skills
- Decision-Making
- Livestock handling and production
- Livestock showing
- Farm machine operation
- knowledge of compliance requirements
Accomplishments
- 2023 Australian Teacher of the Year Finalist (Top 6)
- 2021 Newcastle Show Rural Achiever of the Year
- 2023 Most Successful School Poultry Exhibitor at The Sydney Royal Easter Show
Timeline
Head of Agriculture
St Philip's Christian College- Cessnock Campus
01.2021 - Current
Assistant Head of Technology & Applied Science
St Philip's Christian College-Cessnock Campus
06.2018 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Teaching (Secondary) (Honours) - Education
The University of Newcastle
Certificate IV - Training And Assessment
Australian Forensic Services
Certificate II - Agriculture
TAFE NSW
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