Liana Abfalter

• Delivered engaging and age-appropriate lessons across a variety of subjects, adhering to pre-set curriculum plans and ensuring continuity of learning in the absence of regular teachers.
• Maintained classroom management and a safe, inclusive environment, whilst adapting to students' needs.
• Provided specialised support and differentiated instruction to students with hearing impairments, fostering both academic progress and communication development.
• Provided targeted one-on-one English support to students, focusing on language development, literacy skills, and comprehension tailored to individual learning goals.
• Utilised Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) to help address students’ unique educational and audiological needs.
• Utilised assistive listening technologies (e.g., FM systems, sound-field amplification).

• Facilitated engaging and structured lessons across a range of year levels and subject areas, whilst maintaining educational progress in the absence of staff.
• Adapted quickly to different school environments and student needs, demonstrating flexibility and strong classroom management skills.
• Maintained a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere, supporting student wellbeing and fostering respectful behaviour.
• Followed school policies and curriculum plans while also using initiative to manage unforeseen challenges and maintain student engagement.
• Built rapport with students and staff, contributing to a collaborative and supportive school culture during placements.

GCSE English Language & Literature (Year 10 & 11)

A Level Literature (VCE Equivalent)

Key Stage 3 English (Years 7-9)

• Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
• Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
• Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behaviour.
• Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions, leading to increased academic success.
• Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
• Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary curriculum, resulting in enriched learning experiences for students.
• Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learner needs, ensuring all students had equal access to education opportunities.
• Promoted and safeguarded the welfare of pupils within the school.

• Restructured and developed new schemes of work for Years 7, 8 & 9 English, ensuring they meet the needs of all students (e.g., SEN & high-ability).
• Monitored and tracked the progress of significant groups, including the analysis of data.
• Developed assessment tasks that ensured equal access for all pupils.
• Led and participated in staff training and development opportunities.
• Acted as a mentor for new staff and provisionally registered teachers.
• Organised/ran excursions and incursions as a means of enrichment.
• Conducted lesson observations to support colleagues and help improve pupil outcomes.
• Encouraged collaboration, co-operation and teamwork both within department and on a whole-school level.
• Utilised Microsoft SharePoint to create digital platforms for all year groups to aid learning and maximise academic success.

• Led staff training to help create a greater awareness of SEN pupils' needs and support their well-being.
• Helped develop targeted SEN plans with colleagues to cater for students' diverse needs.
• Liaised with Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) to ensure the needs of the most vulnerable students are met.
• Developed a newsletter for all staff to effectively promote a whole school approach to SEN.
• Monitored and tracked the progress of significant groups, including the analysis of data.

• Discovered and implemented the use of new technology within the department.
• Effectively liaised with the Associate Assistant Headteacher to disseminate and deliver a training programme within department.
• Built an expert level of skill in the use of Microsoft Teams in order to lead on the use of effective live streaming within department.
• Trained staff to use Microsoft Teams and other digital platforms.
• Developed and distributed a variety of resources (e.g., newsletter, guidebooks) aimed at making colleagues more proficient users of technology throughout the school.

VCE Units 1 & 2 (Year 11) English

VCE Units 1 & 2 (Year 11) Twentieth Century History

VCE Units 3 & 4 (Year 12) Global Politics

Year 10 Humanities

Year 8 English

Year 9 Digital Art Elective

• Designed and implemented units of work and assessed various assessment tasks.
• Worked one-on-one with EAL students and developed ILPs (Independent Learning Plans) to optimise student learning.
• Implemented the Australian Curriculum into my teaching practice.
• Provided feedback and individualised support.
• Attended professional development sessions.
• Collaborated with colleagues to develop resources and effective teaching strategies.
• Coordinated excursions.