Mary Chiodo-Jennings
Brunswick,VIC
Summary
- Highly experienced in developing, designing, implementing, reviewing and evaluating quality senior secondary vocational and applied learning programs.
- High level understanding of VET in schools and how it can work as part of a rigorous VCE/VM program.
- Led the pilot program for Skills For Further Study (SFFS) at Copperfield College and provided recommendations to the VCAA Advisory Team.
- Successful allocation of SRP funds to drive quality VCAL student outcomes.
- Strong evidence of successful consultation with all relevant stakeholders, including students, families, employers and other community members.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Campus Principal - AP 3
Copperfield College (DET)
Melbourne, VIC
04.2009 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Work well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Proven success working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Manage time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Uses critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Consistently cultivates interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Leading Teacher
Copperfield College
North Melbourne, VIC
01.2003 - 01.2009
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, principals, and parents to help students transition from primary to secondary school.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development through development, implementation and evaluation of curriculum programs.
- Modelled and led the implementation of multiple types of middle years teaching and learning strategies into classrooms.
- Incorporated research based and engaging activities to enhance student engagement and hands-on learning across years 7-12.
- Led the introduction and ongoing evaluation of Student Led Presentations across 7-10 (2003-present). Extended to VCAL in 2010-present.
- Developed meaningful and ongoing partnerships with community organisations to enhance student experiences and outcomes.
Classroom Teacher
Copperfield College
Melbourne, VIC
02.1987 - 01.2003
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Collaborated with parents, principals and student support teams to develop improvement plans for all students at risk
- Improved student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Planned lessons, activities and excursions to cover all required course material.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, College leaders, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and College leaders to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Business
University of Melbourne
Parkville, VIC11.1986
Skills
- Educational leadership in a multi campus setting
- Ability to successful lead and manage programs
- Able to consistently form positive and long standing professional relationships, within and beyond the College community
- Commitment to high academic standards for all students
- Strong commitment to leading high quality vocational education and pathways post Year 12
Timeline
Campus Principal - AP 3
Copperfield College (DET)
04.2009 - Current
Leading Teacher
Copperfield College
01.2003 - 01.2009
Classroom Teacher
Copperfield College
02.1987 - 01.2003
Bachelor of Education - Business
University of Melbourne