Lina Lima
Keilor,VIC
Summary
To secure a Learning Specialist position where I can model high-quality teaching and learning, mentor and coach colleagues, and lead professional learning that drives improved student achievement, engagement, and wellbeing. I aim to contribute my expertise in explicit teaching, strong routines, and the Science of Learning to build teacher capacity and ensure consistency of practice across the school.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade 5 Teacher and Team Leader
Seabrook Primary School
2023 - Current
- Implemented the Maths Mastery program, ensuring fidelity to lesson structure, instructional routines, and alignment with the Science of Learning to strengthen conceptual understanding and retention.
- Embedded high expectations and strong routines across the classroom, reinforcing a calm and orderly learning environment that maximised engagement.
- Consistently used strategies such as TAPPLE to check for understanding and provided timely, growth-focused feedback to students, colleagues, and pre-service teachers (PSTs) to support continuous improvement.
- Facilitated team-level professional learning on Spelling Mastery and literacy planning with fidelity to ensure alignment with school priorities.
- Supported colleagues in applying evidence-based behaviour management strategies aligned with SWPBS, including establishing whole-class attention signals, narrating expected behaviours, and reinforcing positive behaviour.
- Modelled effective use of student data to identify learning gaps, monitor growth, and adjust teaching approaches to meet individual and cohort needs.
- Mentored graduate teachers and PSTs on explicit instruction, routines, and behaviour management, modelling lessons in both my classroom and theirs.
- Led the Grade 5 team to align planning, assessment, and routines with whole-school expectations, reducing behaviour incidents and creating smoother transitions across the cohort.
Grade 6 Teacher and Team Leader
Seabrook Primary School
01.2017 - 2022
- Planned and delivered explicit instruction across all learning areas, using gradual release, scaffolding, and regular checks for understanding to ensure all students could access and master content.
- Provided mentoring and coaching to graduate teachers and PSTs, modelling instructional strategies, effective routines, and classroom management approaches, with a focus on clarity, consistency, and feedback.
- Served as Team Leader for multiple years, ensuring consistent expectations, assessment moderation, and alignment with school values across the cohort, leading to smoother transitions and improved engagement.
- Facilitated the Grade 6 PYP Exhibition, guiding students through inquiry, research, and presentation of authentic issues, while maintaining strong structures and routines to support success.
- Coordinated and delivered Grade 6 Graduation events, showcasing student achievement and celebrating milestones with the school community.
- Supported student leadership initiatives, including Peer Mediation and whole-school events, reinforcing responsibility, collaboration, and school values.
- Work Experience Coordinator (2021–Present): Liaised with families and community organisations to provide meaningful learning opportunities that prepared students for future pathways.
Grade 5 Teacher
Seabrook Primary School
2016 - 2016
- Planned and delivered engaging lessons aligned to the Victorian Curriculum .
- Established and maintained a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom environment that supports student wellbeing and learning.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies that promote respectful behaviour and maximise learning time.
- Differentiated teaching and learning to meet the diverse needs, abilities, and interests of all students.
- Assessed student learning using a variety of methods, including formative and summative assessment, and use data to inform planning.
- Provided timely, constructive feedback to support student growth and achievement.
- Collaborated with colleagues, mentors, and leadership to reflect on and refine teaching practice.
- Communicated effectively with parents and carers about student progress, wellbeing, and learning needs.
- Modelled the school’s values and high expectations in both academic and social contexts.
- Engaged in ongoing professional learning and reflective practice to build expertise and meet VIT requirements.
Casual Relief Teacher
ANZUK Education Services
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Delivered lessons across Prep–6 and specialist areas, adapting quickly to diverse classrooms.
- Consistently requested by schools due to strong classroom management, reliability, and effectiveness.
- Planned, delivered, and reflected on integrated units of work, receiving positive feedback from schools and leaders.
Retail Leadership Roles
Witchery & Portmans
01.1998 - 01.2015
- Held multiple leadership and management roles, including Store Manager and Senior Assistant Manager.
- Managed approximately 30 staff in Victoria's Flagship store in Melbourne.
- Developed strong skills in staff training, mentoring, performance management, and customer service.
- Regularly achieved and exceeded sales targets (beyond $20,00) demonstrating a results-driven mindset transferable to education.
Education
Master of Teaching - Primary
Deakin University
Waurn Ponds, VIC01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies
La Trobe University
Bundoora, VIC01.1996
Victorian Certificate of Education -
St Aloysius College
North Melbourne01.1993
Skills
Teaching and Learning
- Expertise in explicit instruction, including breaking down content into manageable steps, modelling, and regular checks for understanding
- Ability to create positive, safe, and supportive learning environments underpinned by high expectations and strong routines
- Skilled in curriculum differentiation to meet diverse student needs and ensure equitable access to learning
- Experienced in implementing evidence-based programs such as Maths Mastery with fidelity to structure and purpose
- Effective use of student data to identify gaps, monitor growth, and adjust teaching approaches for individuals and cohorts
Leadership and Collaboration
- Grade 5 and Grade 6 Team Leader, ensuring consistent expectations, assessment moderation, and alignment with school priorities and values
- Work Experience Coordinator, liaising with families and community organisations to provide authentic learning opportunities
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration within teams and PLCs to drive school priorities
Professional Learning, Coaching, and Mentoring
- Skilled in coaching and mentoring graduate teachers and PSTs, modelling instructional practices, routines, and behaviour management strategies
- Facilitating professional learning at team and PLC level, supporting staff in embedding high-impact strategies and whole-school improvement initiatives
- Supporting colleagues with evidence-based behaviour management aligned with SWPBS, including attention signals, narrating behaviours, and reinforcing positive choices
Other Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with students, families, colleagues, and the wider community
- Fluent in Italian with strong cross-cultural communication skills
- Proficient in ICT integration and digital learning platforms to enhance teaching and learning
- Extensive leadership and management background from previous retail management roles, with strengths in staff development, customer service, and organisational management
Teaching Philosophy
I believe that every student is capable of success when provided with high expectations, clear routines, and explicit teaching. My practice is grounded in the Science of Learning, ensuring that lessons are carefully sequenced, misconceptions are anticipated, and content is broken down into manageable steps to reduce cognitive overload. I prioritise regular checks for understanding, modelling, and guided practice to ensure all students can access and retain new learning. By reinforcing consistent routines and clear expectations, I create a calm and orderly environment where students can focus fully on their learning. I also believe in the importance of teacher collaboration and alignment, so that consistent language, practices, and expectations across classrooms maximise student success.
Training
- Adaptive and responsive teaching (Knowledge rich curriculum and beyond)- Nathaniel Swain
- The Science of Learning For Effective Teaching- La Trobe University
- Novel Study Workshop- Ochre
- Rosenshine's Principles of Instruction: Evidence-Based Practices for Effective Teaching
- Harnessing the Science of Learning- Whole School PL
- Positive Classroom Management Strategies- Whole School PL
- Emerging Technologies- Whole School PL
- Explicit Maths Program (EMP)- Whole School PL
- Maths Mastery Series (MMS)- Whole School PL
- Introducing Instructional Coaching- Whole School PL
- Samantha Charlton- Knowledge-Rich Curriculum
Timeline
Grade 6 Teacher and Team Leader
Seabrook Primary School
01.2017 - 2022
Casual Relief Teacher
ANZUK Education Services
01.2015 - 01.2016
Retail Leadership Roles
Witchery & Portmans
01.1998 - 01.2015
Grade 5 Teacher and Team Leader
Seabrook Primary School
2023 - Current
Grade 5 Teacher
Seabrook Primary School
2016 - 2016
Master of Teaching - Primary
Deakin University
Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies
La Trobe University
Victorian Certificate of Education -
St Aloysius College