Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Hi, I’m
Lauren Grayson
Newstead,QLD
Summary
Overview
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Brisbane Metropolitan Region – currently seconded to Tagai State College (Torres Strait, Far North Queensland)
Head of Department - Curriculum
09.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers including the University of Queensland to deliver contextualized curriculum for students and teachers in the Torres Strait.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
Karara State SchoolDarling Downs South West Region
Principal
01.2019 - 09.2021
Job overview
- Managed budgeting process for school operations including personnel hiring, supplies procurement and facility improvements.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents, students and members of the community to ensure a safe learning environment.
Bamaga Junior Campus
Deputy Principal
07.2018 - 12.2018
Job overview
- Provided instructional leadership and supervision to teachers, staff, and students.
- Developed and implemented school policies, procedures, and programs in collaboration with the principal.
Lakeland State School
Teaching Principal
01.2018 - 06.2018
Job overview
- Managed budgeting processes related to educational programs, personnel, and materials.
- Monitored school administration activity and implemented policies to support student safety, inclusion and academic success.
Various Locations including Far North Queensland, and Brisbane Metropolitan Regions
Classroom Teacher
01.2014 - 01.2018
Job overview
- Developed lesson plans and instructional materials to support student learning.
- Collaborated with other teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure student success.
Australian Federal Police
Intelligence Officer
02.2002 - 01.2014
Job overview
- Developed and implemented intelligence collection plans to support tactical operations.
- Prepared weekly briefings for senior staff members outlining recent developments in global security issues.
- Reviewed daily intelligence reports from multiple sources to inform senior leadership of current events.
Department of Prime Minister and CabinetSydney, NSW
Office and Travel Manager - APEC Taskforce
09.2005 - 11.2006
Job overview
- Developed and implemented travel policies for employees to ensure cost-effective use of company resources.
- Organized corporate travel arrangements, including air and ground transportation and hotel accommodations.
- Responded immediately to clients' questions, issues and complaints and found effective solutions when required.
Royal Australian Navy
Combat Systems Operator
04.1997 - 06.2001
Job overview
- Monitored systems for intrusions or denial of service attacks, reporting security breaches to appropriate personnel.
- Monitored system performance and identified potential issues, escalating as necessary.
Education
Charles Darwin University
Graduate Diploma of Teaching and Learning
01.2013
University Overview
Charles Darwin University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Science and Regional and International Studies
01.2010
University Overview
MRWED Training and Assessment
Certificate IV Training and Assessment
01.2010
University Overview
Miami State High School
Year 12 Certificate
01.1996
University Overview
Skills
- Leadership
- Team Management
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Networking
- Excellent Communication
- Computer Skills
- Written Communication
- Quality Assurance
- Social Perceptiveness
- First Aid/CPR
Key Professional Development
Key Professional Development
- Australian Curriculum V9 Mathematics Metropolitan Region – June 2023
- Australian Curriculum V9 for School Leader Metropolitan Region – June 2023
- Restorative Practice Facilitator Training – June 2022
- Philosophy for the Classroom – May 2022
- Berry Street Educational Model – March 2021
- Peer Reviewer – Kandanga State School – Education Improvement Branch – July 2020
- Principal Induction Symposium 1 & 2 - March 2020
- National School Improvement Tool Training – QELi 2019
- Seven Habits of Highly Effective People Program – Southern Downs Cluster – 2019
- Train the Trainer 5-day Workshop – Dr Anita Archer 2018
- Take the Lead’ Aspiring Small Schools Principals Program - Aug 2016
Professional Roles And Responsibilities
Professional Roles And Responsibilities
- Coach and manage staff to perform assigned roles with merit
- Manage underperforming staff to improvement or exit
- Develop staffing strategies inline with budget and project requirements
- Analyse performance and projection of outcomes in line with strategic goals
- Lead events for staff and community to improve networks and capability
- Oversee employment contracts, controls and staffing expectations
- Cultivate networks to improve performance, standards and opportunities for expansion
- Lead the development and implementation of teaching and learning of V9 Australian Curriculum in English and Mathematics 2023 - 2024
- Lead role in developing interschool moderation practice, and understanding of the Australian Curriculum
- Proven ability to lead and manage a school through pandemic crisis (COVID-19)
- Education Improvement Branch - Principal Peer Reviewer
- Active capability to act as Head of Campus and manage in excess of 40 staff and 320 students in times of absence greater than ten days duration
- Advocate for early childhood education through playgroups and kindergarten
- Mentor for school staff and community members
- Functional support for Head of Campus and Head of Social Services
- Vital support member for staff and leadership team during Internal School Review process
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Australian Federal Police Service Medal
- Australian Defence Medal
References
References
References available upon request.Timeline
Head of Department - Curriculum
Brisbane Metropolitan Region – currently seconded to Tagai State College (Torres Strait, Far North Queensland)
09.2021 - Current
Principal
Karara State School
01.2019 - 09.2021
Deputy Principal
Bamaga Junior Campus
07.2018 - 12.2018
Teaching Principal
Lakeland State School
01.2018 - 06.2018
Classroom Teacher
Various Locations including Far North Queensland, and Brisbane Metropolitan Regions
01.2014 - 01.2018
Office and Travel Manager - APEC Taskforce
Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet
09.2005 - 11.2006
Intelligence Officer
Australian Federal Police
02.2002 - 01.2014
Combat Systems Operator
Royal Australian Navy
04.1997 - 06.2001
Charles Darwin University
Graduate Diploma of Teaching and Learning
Charles Darwin University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Science and Regional and International Studies
MRWED Training and Assessment
Certificate IV Training and Assessment
Miami State High School
Year 12 Certificate
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