Max John Agapitos
Maroubra
Summary
Proficient Teacher with a dedicated focus on individual student needs. Educational Philosophy centered around Growth Mindset, The Learning Pit and The Theory of Bumps. Empathetic in understanding student challenges, with a passion to build and instill confidence in learning. Strong belief in the multifaceted learning environment, with high interest to be involved in extra curricular sports, societies and activities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Classroom Teacher
St Spyridon College
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Stage 3 Humanities Specialist and Homeroom Teacher
- IPSHAA Debating Coordinator
- Athletics Coach
Special Needs Teacher
NSW Department Of Education
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students in year 6 using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Managed caseload of 6 students with intellectual and physical disabilities.
Humanities Teacher
The Scots College
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Residential Teacher at Kangaroo Valley for 95 Year 9 Students.
- Teaching Year 9 Geography including Sustainable Biomes and Food Security.
- Pastoral Care responsibilities in a Boarding House for 25 students after school hours.
- Co-curricular responsibilities including Outdoor Education and Multisports.
Classroom Teacher
Moriah College
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Year 5 Class
- Implemented new technologies into stage 3 classroom, boosting student understanding of subject matter
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for support students.
Education
Master of Education, Special Needs (Current) -
The University of Notre Dame
Postgraduate Certificate In Education (2020) - Special Needs
The University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Primary Education (2017) -
The University of Notre Dame
2017
Professional Development
International Service Learning Immersion Programs
- Aberdare Ranges Primary School, Nakuru, Kenya (2014)
- Padre Manuel Luis Primary School, East Timor (2015)
- Babati Primary School, Tanzania (2017)
- Project Help School Visits, India (2018)
- Jewish National Fund Educators Study Tour, Israel (2020)
- Medina Primary School, Marrakech, Morocco (2022)
Referees
Mr Alan Dookie
Head of Primary School, St Spyridon College
adookie@stspyridon.nsw.edu.au
0425 352 620
Mrs Jane Tovey
Assistant Principal, Kensington Public School
jane.tovey@det.nsw.edu.au
0425 887 424
Affiliations
- Director and Secretary - The Castellorizian Association of New South Wales
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
St Spyridon College
01.2022 - 12.2024
Special Needs Teacher
NSW Department Of Education
01.2021 - 12.2021
Humanities Teacher
The Scots College
01.2020 - 12.2020
Classroom Teacher
Moriah College
01.2019 - 12.2019
Master of Education, Special Needs (Current) -
The University of Notre Dame
Postgraduate Certificate In Education (2020) - Special Needs
The University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Primary Education (2017) -
The University of Notre Dame
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