Margaret Stewart
Collingwood
Summary
A passionate and highly skilled educator specialising in Secondary Mathematics and Science; whose teaching is informed by contemporary educational research and a comprehensive understanding of the Victorian Curriculum. Committed to striving for excellence and fostering high impact teaching strategies that enable student confidence, enthusiasm and interest for learning; through quality instruction, interactive and visual stimulation, the presentation of engaging lessons, the unpacking of student misconceptions in mathematical learning, and the delivery of science content in a relevant and meaningful manner, including the presentation of exciting experiments. Experience in leadership roles, both curriculum and welfare, where team collaboration and success is fostered with a focus on department and whole school goals. Eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and desire for improving student outcomes. Motivated to continually learn, grow and be informed about contemporary educational research.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Numeracy Intervention Specialist
Catholic Regional College
02.2024 - Current
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Developed intervention plans based on established guidelines and individual needs.
- Maintained records of ongoing assessments and documentation of updates.
- Promoted memory, cognition and vocabulary development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
- Established trusting and friendly relationships with parents, students and colleagues.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Applied proven strategies to improve students conceptual understanding through the use of the Concrete-Representational-Abstract (CRA) approach.
Classroom Teacher of Mathematics and Science
Catholic Regional College St Albans
01.1993 - Current
- Above school average performance in a number of areas as demonstrated in annual performance student pivot survey and peer coaching (2022).
- Highly passionate and proficient teacher, with excellent communication skills and an ability to deliver curriculum in an innovative, concise and meaningful manner.
- Reflective use of Critical and Creative Thinking capabilities, including: “What I see…….What I think……..What I wonder……..”
- Experience in Inquiry Based Learning approaches in order to engage, motivate and drive students to learn and ask questions.
- Researching and reading about contemporary educational approaches in order to keep up to date with evidence-based learning strategies.
- Regular use of various Visible Thinking strategies to support learning.
- Engaging in various Professional Development such as SINE (Success in Numeracy Education (Doug Clarke)) and coaching staff in identifying the misconceptions that students develop in the learning of Fractions and Decimals and general Number facts.
- Analysing PAT Maths Data to identify student misconceptions; plan for explicit teaching of concepts in order to monitor student learning/individual needs and to meet set targets.
- Adapting assessment and resources to allow for differentiation and ‘teaching up’.
- Explicit teaching with clear Learning Goals and Success Criteria outlined for each lesson.
- Keeping classroom environment consistent and focused on learning and establishing a safe respectful environment.
- Maintaining consistent and accurate records of assessment; providing feedback on student performance and encouraging student self-reflection and goal setting.
- Mentor for First Year graduate teachers.
- Responsible for the writing and delivery of the EAL Science Curriculum, presenting this to new arrival students and working with staff regarding pedagogy in this area.
- Experience in remote teaching and learning, and the recognition of learning gains possible from blended learning.
- 1993 – 2023: Classroom Teacher of Mathematics and Science (with experience in also teaching EAL Science, Religious Education, Information Technology, Music & Health)
Science Coordinator and Learning & Teaching Executive Member
Catholic Regional College St Albans
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Researching and implementing at a whole school level contemporary educational approaches – eg: High Reliable Literacy Teaching, (HRLTP) Professor John Munroe, Visible Learning (John Hattie), Success in Literacy Improvement Practices (SLIP education) Professor Beverly Derewianka, Learning Behaviours (eg: Accountable Talk, Think Pair Square, Reciprocal Teaching); Timperly Inquiry Cycle (Helen Timperly), Resilience Project (GEM – Gratitude, Empathy and Mindfulness) and teaching ‘up’ (Tomlinson).
- Facilitating Professional Development activities during staff meetings showcasing latest whole school initiatives -eg: Learning Behaviours.
- Scheduling of whole school examination procedures.
- Comprehensive understanding of the Victorian Curriculum and documenting all Science Curriculum (year 7-10), using the ‘Backward by Design’ model (Adrian Bertolini, in2yu consulting).
- Facilitating explicit teaching in Science through making Learning Intentions and Success Criteria visible within the classroom.
- Incorporating innovative inquiry-based experiments, many aimed to engage students from diverse backgrounds – for example: by including a culturally relevant theme or ‘hook’.
- Performance and Development Middle-Leader Coach, engaging colleagues in reflective practices to support and expand their capacity.
- Facilitating new science initiatives and innovative extra-curricular activities – eg: ICAS (International Competitions and Assessments for School) & RACI Chemistry Titration Competition (Royal Australian Chemistry Institute), National Science Week activities, Grade 6 Orientation Day and prospective students of Grade 5 - aiming to promote excitement and interest for secondary science.
- Developing and implementing resources and explicit teaching practises for Literacy in Science, inclusive of EAL students.
Year 7 Program Leader
Catholic Regional College St Albans
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Facilitating the transition of Year 6 students into Year 7 via a range of activities, eg: conducting grade 6 family interviews, 1:1 visitation to Primary schools to meet with teachers of feeder school students, preparation of class lists for Year 7, Organisation of Grade 6 Orientation Day, Year 7 Back to Primary……, ‘Let’s Get organised’ Year 7 program for students struggling with transition.
- Implementing a ‘Habits of Mind’ philosophy to the Year 7 program that was subsequently implemented across the whole school.
- Developing and documenting the Year 7 Health program.
House Coordinator 7-10 structure
Catholic Regional College St Albans
01.1998 - 01.2008
- Overseeing the student wellbeing of >100 students across 4 year levels through the fostering of strong student/teacher relationships.
- Liaising with school psychologist, school leadership, families and community support programs regarding wellbeing of students from a diverse range of cultural backgrounds.
- Organising and conducting family information evenings with experience in public speaking/presentations and delivery of content to a wide audience.
- Designing and Implementation of a scope and sequence addressing the teaching of Personal and Social Learning and Health through a Pastoral Care program.
- Fostering student leadership and providing authentic opportunities for student voice, through student leader groups and whole-school student led initiatives/activities -eg: College Feast Day, Fundraising events, student-led assemblies
Relief Teaching
Various schools
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Experience in relief teaching in Manchester, England. Various schools. (employer Hays Education).
Education
Master of Learning Intervention - Literacy And Numeracy
Melbourne University
Parkville, VIC08-2025
Bachelor of Education - Mathematics and Biology, Chemistry
The University of Melbourne
01.1993
Associate Diploma in Music - AMEB
Melba Conservatorium of Music
01.1997
Performance Certificate in Music - AMEB
Melba Conservatorium of Music
01.1996
Skills
- Excellent communication skills with students, peers and school community
- Design and delivery of focus driven curriculum with clear learning intentions and success criteria
- Creating a safe classroom environment with a strong culture of achievement that promotes student engagement and investment
- Collaborative team member working towards a shared vision, analysing data to plan for future teaching and to reach set targets
- Confidence in implementing contemporary teaching and learning approaches based on evidence-based research
- Highly proficient in the use of technology and online learning platforms
- Innovative approach to remote learning fostering a high level of engagement with students
Hobbies and Interests
Sustainability, Gardening, Reading, Yoga, Netball, Piano, Curriculum development and design
CONTACT
- PHONE: 0418 325 357
- EMAIL: margstewart@me.com
TEACHER REGISTRATION
YES
FIRST AID AND ANAPHYLAXIS TRAINING
Up to date 2022
Timeline
Numeracy Intervention Specialist
Catholic Regional College
02.2024 - Current
Science Coordinator and Learning & Teaching Executive Member
Catholic Regional College St Albans
01.2012 - 01.2016
Year 7 Program Leader
Catholic Regional College St Albans
01.2009 - 01.2012
Relief Teaching
Various schools
01.2001 - 01.2002
House Coordinator 7-10 structure
Catholic Regional College St Albans
01.1998 - 01.2008
Classroom Teacher of Mathematics and Science
Catholic Regional College St Albans
01.1993 - Current
Associate Diploma in Music - AMEB
Melba Conservatorium of Music
Performance Certificate in Music - AMEB
Melba Conservatorium of Music
Master of Learning Intervention - Literacy And Numeracy
Melbourne University
Bachelor of Education - Mathematics and Biology, Chemistry
The University of Melbourne
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