Marge Cook
Newtown,VIC
Summary
Dynamic leader and educator with a proven track record at Mente Limited Psychological Services, adept in Classroom Management and fostering a Positive Learning Environment. Excelled in boosting engagement through innovative lesson planning and strategic marketing, enhancing company success and educational outcomes. Skilled in Parent-Teacher Communication, ensuring cohesive community relationships.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Joint Company Director
Mente Limited Psychological Services
07.2019 - 07.2024
- Increased revenue by identifying new business opportunities and implementing successful marketing campaigns.
- Implemented robust risk management strategies to mitigate potential threats, ensuring the long-term stability and success of the company.
- Executed digital marketing channel strategies and tactics for content creation, paid search, search engine optimization and social media to achieve client's goals.
- Managed large-scale projects to completion on time and within budget constraints, ensuring optimal resource allocation throughout the process.
Class Teacher
Eastfield Infant and Nursery
06.2009 - 07.2019
- Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting instruction to meet individual needs and ensuring mastery of concepts.
- Participated in ongoing professional development, staying current with best practices in education and bringing fresh ideas to the classroom.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or tutoring sessions, extending opportunities for student growth beyond the school day.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world problem-solving exercises.
Primary Class Teacher
Glebelands Primary School
09.2000 - 07.2010
- Increased student participation by incorporating interactive activities and group projects into lessons.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, enhancing the overall educational experience for students.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines, procedures, and behavior expectations.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering open communication with students and parents.
Classroom Teacher
International School of Choueifat
09.1998 - 06.1999
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
Classroom Teacher
The Studio Montessori School
04.1996 - 07.1998
- Prepared classroom and materials according to montessori pedagogy and needs of children.
- Monitored and tracked children's progress on daily, weekly and monthly basis.
- Conducted conferences to establish and maintain consistent and clear communication with parents.
- Developed and implemented individualized learning plans, group lesson plans and classroom activities consistent with instructional guidelines.
- Provided nurturing and stimulating educational environment for Number students.
- Promoted a culture of collaboration, curiosity, empathy, respect within the classroom setting by modeling these values during interactions with students.
- Contributed significantly to school-wide initiatives by participating in committees focused on curriculum development, assessment strategies, or special events planning.
- Increased parental involvement in their child''s education by maintaining open communication channels and hosting parent-teacher conferences regularly.
- Supported the social, emotional, and academic growth of each student through consistent encouragement, guidance, and feedback.
- Contributed positively to school community and fully supported school mission and goals.
- Worked cooperatively with staff to provide training, support, guidance and constructive feedback.
- Coordinated with other teachers to develop lesson plans focused on intellectual, emotional, and social development.
- Assessed students in accordance with school guidelines, examined assessment data and refined learning plans to differentiate instruction for each student.
- Observed children and interpreted classroom needs.
- Boosted student independence and confidence through individualized lesson plans tailored to each child''s learning style.
- Greeted parents and children at arrival and departure times to make families feel welcomed into environment.
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating Montessori materials and hands-on activities into daily instruction.
- Guided children to resolve disagreements and documented issues, incidents and behavior problems for appropriate follow-up.
- Fostered a love for learning in students by consistently introducing new and engaging topics for exploration.
- Established inspiring classroom setting with systems and procedures that managed student behavior, movement and learning.
- Adhered to licensing policies and procedures to help classrooms run smoothly.
- Continually assessed students'' needs and adjusted teaching strategies accordingly to ensure optimal learning outcomes both academically and sociallyemotionally.
- Collaborated effectively with fellow teachers to share best practices, resources, and ideas for continuous improvement of the curriculum.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques to maintain order while promoting creativity and exploration within the Montessori framework.
- Achieved a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering mutual respect among students.
- Implemented age-appropriate discipline practices and guidance methods for children and informed and trained staff on procedures.
- Nurtured strong relationships with parents by providing regular updates on their child''s progress and offering suggestions for home-based learning activities that aligned with Montessori principles.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
Classroom Teacher
Wimbledon Village Montessori School
01.1996 - 03.1996
- Prepared classroom and materials according to montessori pedagogy and needs of children.
- Monitored and tracked children's progress on daily, weekly and monthly basis.
- Developed and implemented individualized learning plans, group lesson plans and classroom activities consistent with instructional guidelines.
- Provided nurturing and stimulating educational environment for Number students.
- Promoted a culture of collaboration, curiosity, empathy, respect within the classroom setting by modeling these values during interactions with students.
- Contributed significantly to school-wide initiatives by participating in committees focused on curriculum development, assessment strategies, or special events planning.
- Increased parental involvement in their child''s education by maintaining open communication channels and hosting parent-teacher conferences regularly.
Classroom Teacher
Frogmore Montessori Teacher
06.1994 - 12.1995
- Prepared classroom and materials according to montessori pedagogy and needs of children.
- Monitored and tracked children's progress on daily, weekly and monthly basis.
- Conducted conferences to establish and maintain consistent and clear communication with parents.
- Developed and implemented individualized learning plans, group lesson plans and classroom activities consistent with instructional guidelines.
- Provided nurturing and stimulating educational environment for Number students.
- Increased parental involvement in their child''s education by maintaining open communication channels and hosting parent-teacher conferences regularly.
- Worked cooperatively with staff to provide training, support, guidance and constructive feedback.
- Coordinated with other teachers to develop lesson plans focused on intellectual, emotional, and social development.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate In Education - Education
Westminster College
Oxford, UK07.2000
Nursery Foundation Montessori Diploma - Early Childhood Education
London Montessori Centre
London, UK09.1995
Bachelor Of Arts - Psychology
Swansea University
Swansea, UK07.1994
A Levels - Spanish, Religious Studies & English Literature
Rye St Antony School
Oxford, UK07.1990
GCSEs - Various
Rye St Antony School
Oxford, UK07.1988
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Lesson Planning
- Technology Integration
- Classroom Safety
- Cooperative Learning
- Lesson Plan Development
- Field Trip Planning
- Classroom oversight
- Formative Assessment
- School Improvement
- Inclusive Teaching
- Activity Coordination
- Peer Tutoring
- Summative Assessment
- Curriculum Implementation
- Inquiry-based learning
- Behavior Management
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Student rapport
- Motivating students
- Innovative lesson planning
- Curriculum Development
- Student Records Management
- Group and individual instruction
- Learning Assessments
- SMART Board aptitude
- FLUENT IN LANGUAGE
- Parent Communication
- Positive Learning Environment
- Team Teaching and Collaboration
- Interpersonal and Social Skills
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Timeline
Joint Company Director
Mente Limited Psychological Services
07.2019 - 07.2024
Class Teacher
Eastfield Infant and Nursery
06.2009 - 07.2019
Primary Class Teacher
Glebelands Primary School
09.2000 - 07.2010
Classroom Teacher
International School of Choueifat
09.1998 - 06.1999
Classroom Teacher
The Studio Montessori School
04.1996 - 07.1998
Classroom Teacher
Wimbledon Village Montessori School
01.1996 - 03.1996
Classroom Teacher
Frogmore Montessori Teacher
06.1994 - 12.1995
Postgraduate Certificate In Education - Education
Westminster College
Nursery Foundation Montessori Diploma - Early Childhood Education
London Montessori Centre
Bachelor Of Arts - Psychology
Swansea University
A Levels - Spanish, Religious Studies & English Literature
Rye St Antony School
GCSEs - Various
Rye St Antony School
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