Maddison Stephens
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Passionate educator with proven expertise in teaching across diverse subject areas. Diligent and adaptable in addressing individual student needs, while fostering a warm, supportive learning environment. Deeply committed to nurturing students' academic growth and overall wellbeing.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Secondary School Teacher & Mentor
Carey Baptist Grammar School
04.2023 - Current
- Experienced in teaching a range of subjects across Middle School and Senior school. This includes English, CARE, Future Problem Solving and Philosophy.
- Provided guidance and support to mentees and collaborated with parents, colleagues, Learning Development and Student Wellbeing to foster access to resources and support.
- Delivered impactful Resilience, Rights & Respectful Relationships workshops within House.
- Participated in professional development opportunities and co-curricular activities to stay up-to-date on best teaching practices and to enhance teaching skills.
- Actively participated in school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student success rates and fostering a sense of community.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering mutual respect among students.
Pre-service Teacher
Avila College
08.2022 - 09.2022
- Delivered innovative and engaging lesson plans to a range of classes. This included Year 10 English, Year 9 English Enhancement, Year 8 History and Pastoral care.
- Managed classroom behaviour to maintain safety and promote orderly learning environments.
- Demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Pre-service Teacher
Ashwood High School
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Delivered engaging and student-centred lessons for a range of classes. This included Year 10 Advanced English, Year 9 Geography and Year 7 Sport.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to cater to varying learning needs and abilities within the classroom (ADHD, ASD & EAL).
- Provided meaningful feedback on learning tasks and supported students in extending their learning
Educator & Coordinator
TeamKids
11.2022 - Current
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe OHSC environments.
- Created detailed reports and reflections on practice and programming, incidents, and behaviour support and management plans.
- Applied positive behaviour management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
Education
Bachelor of Arts & Master of Teaching -
Deakin University
Melbourne02.2023
Management Certificate III in Business -
Australian College of Commerce & Management
2018
Higher School Certificate -
Mater Dei Catholic College
2017
Skills
- Collaborative teaching
- Student engagement
- Differentiated instruction
- Literacy skills
References
Newnham Head of House - Carey Baptist Grammar
Sally Bottomer
+61398161520
English Leader of Learning - Carey Baptist Grammar
Gillian Scott
+61398161530
CARE Leader of Learning - Carey Baptist Grammar
Julia Teo
+61398166532
Certification
- VIT Provisional Registration:
Registration number: 731513
- Current Working with Children Check.
- Current First Aid, Anaphylaxis & CPR qualifications.
- Current Mandatory Reporting and Victorian Child Safe Standards qualifications.
- Up to date with Carey workplace polices and procedures.
- Berry Street Education Model 2024
- Decolonising the Curriculum PD 2023
- Engaging Diverse Learners PD training 2021
Timeline
Secondary School Teacher & Mentor
Carey Baptist Grammar School
04.2023 - Current
Educator & Coordinator
TeamKids
11.2022 - Current
Pre-service Teacher
Avila College
08.2022 - 09.2022
Pre-service Teacher
Ashwood High School
02.2022 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts & Master of Teaching -
Deakin University
Management Certificate III in Business -
Australian College of Commerce & Management
Higher School Certificate -
Mater Dei Catholic College
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