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Mary Smith

Mary Smith

Laidley,QLD

Summary

Dedicated Professional High School Mathematics and Science Teacher offering several years of experience in education. A strong focus on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Resourceful and passionate with adaptable and approachable style. Committed to creating comfortable learning environments for students.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

High School Teacher

Education Queensland
01.2020 - Current
  • Select and utilise appropriate books, videos, education perfect lessons, power-points, ICP, worksheets, investigations, and instructional aids to complement lesson plans.
  • Support students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
  • Voluntary work after-school clubs, for example, homework club, fostering connections and relationships outside the traditional classroom setting.
  • Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
  • Established a positive classroom environment by setting clear expectations and fostering open communication between students and teachers.
  • Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of student progress and involving them in school activities.
  • Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help students succeed in program.
  • Assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and targeted interventions to improve academic performance.
  • Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
  • Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
  • Implementation of PERMAH (positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, accomplishment and health) for student well-being.

Child Safety Officer

Department Of Human Services
02.2017 - 12.2019
  • Provided crisis intervention during emergency situations, offering immediate assistance and support to affected children and families.
  • Improved community awareness of child safety issues through organizing and leading educational workshops.
  • Conducted investigations into reported cases of abuse or neglect, gathering evidence and interviewing all relevant parties.
  • Ensured timely interventions by maintaining accurate documentation and reporting concerns promptly to appropriate authorities.
  • Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
  • Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
  • Facilitated family meetings, mediating discussions focused on creating safer environments for children in the household.
  • Evaluated progress toward established goals within safety plans, adjusting strategies as needed based on changing circumstances.
  • Increased knowledge of child protection laws and regulations by attending professional development trainings and staying current on best practices.
  • Efficiently managed high caseloads while maintaining quality service delivery through effective time management skills.
  • Supported successful transitions for children entering foster care or other alternative placements when necessary for their safety.
  • Promoted positive parenting strategies through individual consultations and group workshops, empowering parents to build nurturing home environments.
  • Upheld ethical standards in all aspects of work as a Child Safety Officer, ensuring confidentiality and treating families with respect and empathy.

Case Manager

Red Cross
02.2016 - 02.2017
  • Conducted outreach activities to engage local stakeholders in programs.
  • Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
  • Advocated for social and community service programs to increase awareness and funding.
  • Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocate for client needs and resolve roadblocks.
  • Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
  • Provided evidence-based therapeutic interventions and crisis management to clients to lessen negative on physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.
  • Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
  • Facilitated individual and group sessions to promote positive behavior change for clients.
  • Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.

Case Manager

Multicultural Community Services
01.2015 - 02.2016
  • Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
  • Provided education on health and nutrition for patients to maintain healthy habits and wellbeing.
  • Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
  • Referrals for clients with severe and persistent mental illness, primarily trauma backgrounds.

Case Manager

Youth Justice
03.2014 - 02.2015
  • Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
  • Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
  • Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocate for client needs and resolve roadblocks.
  • Fostered open lines of communication with clients'' families and support networks, involving them in the case management process as appropriate.
  • Provided evidence-based therapeutic interventions and crisis management to clients to lessen negative on physical, mental and emotional wellbeing (focus on severe and persistent mental illness).
  • Advocated for client rights when interacting with external agencies or institutions, ensuring fair treatment at all times.
  • Developed and implemented safety plans for clients at risk of harm to provide protection.
  • Provide sentence reports for magistrates determining court outcomes for children.

Child Safety Officer

Department Of Human Services
03.2013 - 03.2014
  • Fostered open lines of communication with clients'' families and support networks, involving them in the case management process as appropriate.
  • Managed volunteer programs focused on providing community services to underserved populations.
  • Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
  • Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
  • Utilized trauma-informed approach to promote healing and empowerment for clients.
  • Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
  • Developed and implemented safety plans for clients at risk of harm to provide protection.
  • Provided crisis intervention support for clients experiencing emergencies, using appropriate techniques to de-escalate situations safely.

High School Teacher

Department Of Education
06.2002 - 12.2012

Established a positive classroom environment by setting clear expectations and fostering open communication between students and teachers.

  • Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help students succeed in program.
  • Assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and targeted interventions to improve academic performance.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Central Queensland University
Rockhampton, QLD
12.2016

Graduate Certificate in Science - Chemistry Teacher Education

University of Southern Queensland
Toowoomba, QLD
12.2009

Bachelor of Learning Management - Secondary Marine Science And Mathematics

Central Queensland University
Rockhampton, QLD
12.2003

Honours Degree - Marine Ecology

Central Queensland University
Rockhampton, QLD
12.2000

Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology

James Cook University
Townsville, QLD
12.1997

Skills

  • Creative Thinking
  • Collaborative Teaching
  • Enforcing Rules and Expectations
  • Relationship Building
  • Subject Expertise
  • Student Development
  • Lesson Planning
  • Teaching strategies
  • Safe, Positive Learning Environment
  • Classroom Management

Additional Information

  • Open ‘C’ Drivers Licence, Manual.
  • Queensland Marine Driver Licence, Open.
  • Blue Card 15983/4 (exemption card whist teaching).

Timeline

High School Teacher

Education Queensland
01.2020 - Current

Child Safety Officer

Department Of Human Services
02.2017 - 12.2019

Case Manager

Red Cross
02.2016 - 02.2017

Case Manager

Multicultural Community Services
01.2015 - 02.2016

Case Manager

Youth Justice
03.2014 - 02.2015

Child Safety Officer

Department Of Human Services
03.2013 - 03.2014

High School Teacher

Department Of Education
06.2002 - 12.2012

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Central Queensland University

Graduate Certificate in Science - Chemistry Teacher Education

University of Southern Queensland

Bachelor of Learning Management - Secondary Marine Science And Mathematics

Central Queensland University

Honours Degree - Marine Ecology

Central Queensland University

Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology

James Cook University
Mary Smith