Madeleine Erskine
Academic Tutor/ Teacher
HILLARYS
Summary
Enthusiastic educator with a proven track record at Edith Cowan University, enhancing student performance through innovative teaching strategies and a focus on student motivation. Expert in adapting to diverse learning needs, demonstrated through collaborative projects and effective communication. Fosters positive learning environment by encouraging students to develop individual skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Academic Tutor
Edith Cowan University
10.2018 - Current
- Observation of education students on practicum placements.
- Conducted group tutoring sessions to help students engage active learning and critical thinking skills.
- Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
- Ensured adherence to school policies and guidelines while creating a safe, inclusive environment for all learners.
- Improved overall academic performance by providing constructive feedback on assignments and assessments.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning needs within the classroom setting.
Online Sessional Academic/ Practicum Supervisor
Curtin University
11.2010 - 11.2021
- Observation and feedback for students on practicum placements.
- Online academic tutoring in the BEd Primary and ECE degrees.
- Deliver weekly materials, feedback to students' tasks, deliver Blackboard Collaborate sessions, marking and moderation.
English as a Second Language Teacher
Greenwood College
02.2009 - 11.2021
- This position was part time, relief, and casual contracts over the years.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Documented student attendance and progress against goals.
- Implemented assessment tools to monitor student progress, adapting instructional strategies as needed for optimal success.
- Increased student confidence through regular feedback and personalized instruction.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Developed individualized learning plans tailored to each student''s unique needs, ensuring a targeted approach to language acquisition and skill development.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, creating a supportive teaching community.
Principal Consultant Advisor
Department Of Education
06.2020 - 12.2020
- 6 Month contract to write a Guide for Principals with EALD students in mainstream schools.
- Policy and procedures for school principals.
- Examples of curriculum format and integration into the mainstream school.
Year 5 Primary Teacher
North Griffith Primary School
01.2007 - 07.2008
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
Learning Manager/ Head of Year/ English Teacher
Cowplain Community School
09.2000 - 07.2005
- Began as an English and Drama teacher creating lesson plans, schemes of work, and resources for students.
- Preparation of students for Key Stage 3 SATS exams and G.C.S.E exams.
- Marking and moderation for the OCR examining board.
- Head of Year responsibilities included planning and delivering assemblies, reports, liaising with parent, learning and support and external agencies.
- Behavioural and learning issues such as inclusions and exclusions.
- Learning manager responsible for all year groups using baseline data to cross reference ability and grades. Organising and presenting parents' evenings, option evenings, and coursework evenings.
- Representing the school at Appeals.
- Co-ordinating 'taster day' sessions with Higher Educational institutions and year 6 'Transition to Secondary schools."
Education
Ph.D. - Education
Edith Cowan Univeristy
Perth, WA 04.2001 -
Graduate Certificate TESOL - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
Charles Sturt University
Bathurst, NSW 04.2001 -
Masters in Education - Education
Charles Sturt University
Bathurst, NSW 04.2001 -
Graduate Certificate in Education - English And Drama
University of Portsmouth
Portsmouth, Hampshire. UK 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Drama
University of Liverpool
Liverpool. UK 04.2001 -
Skills
Student Motivation
Teaching strategies
Collaboration and Teamwork
Multitasking
Excellent Communication
Self Motivation
Adaptability and Flexibility
Interpersonal Skills
Problem-solving skills
Published works
Erskine, M., Ferguson, C., & Ayre, K. (2023). "I don't want to come back now." Teacher directed violence. Issues in Educational Research, 33(3). 920-936.
Timeline
Principal Consultant Advisor
Department Of Education
06.2020 - 12.2020
Academic Tutor
Edith Cowan University
10.2018 - Current
Online Sessional Academic/ Practicum Supervisor
Curtin University
11.2010 - 11.2021
English as a Second Language Teacher
Greenwood College
02.2009 - 11.2021
Year 5 Primary Teacher
North Griffith Primary School
01.2007 - 07.2008
Ph.D. - Education
Edith Cowan Univeristy
04.2001 -
Graduate Certificate TESOL - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
Charles Sturt University
04.2001 -
Masters in Education - Education
Charles Sturt University
04.2001 -
Graduate Certificate in Education - English And Drama
University of Portsmouth
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Drama
University of Liverpool
04.2001 -
Learning Manager/ Head of Year/ English Teacher
Cowplain Community School
09.2000 - 07.2005
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