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Meindert Smid
Melbourne,VIC
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Summary
Passionate educator with solid history of successfullynstepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting studentsto identify their own learning styles. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments, while also reinforcing concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Committed to long-term success through well-rounded education.
Overview
24
years of professional experience
1
Language
Work History
Trinity Grammar School
Secondary German & SOSE Teacher
2013.01 - 2024.02 (11 years & 1 month)
Job overview
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current on best practices for teaching German as a foreign language.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, adapting instructional approaches as needed.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as overseas 3-week study tours and individual 7-week long immersion home stays to Germany to expose students to authentic experiences in German-speaking environments.
- Prepared students for standardized exams by reviewing key content areas and providing targeted practice opportunities with test-taking strategies.
- Identified children's individual and collective learning needs and delivered instruction designed to capture students' interest and maximize individual learning.
- Promoted collaborative learning by designing group projects that required students to communicate effectively in German.
- Increased student engagement through the use of multimedia resources and authentic German texts in classroom instruction.
- Completed progress reports with individualized notes regarding students' strengths and areas of improvement.
- Maintained detailed records of student attendance, participation, and assessment data for accurate reporting purposes.
- Used synergetic to maintain proper documentation of student's files, records and portfolios.
- Utilized effective classroom management techniques to create an environment conducive to focused learning and respectful communication among students.
- Modified lessons to accommodate diverse learners, using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and small group work.
- Sourced optimal curricula and developed lesson plans to fully cover target material for each course.
- Designed and administered assessments to evaluate student progress and comprehension.
Brentwood Secondary College
Secondary German Teacher
2009.05 - 2012.12 (3 years & 7 months)
Job overview
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, adapting instructional approaches as needed.
- Created and administered formative and summative assessments to analyze student progress.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
Wesley College
Secondary German Teacher P/T
2005.04 - 2009.05 (4 years & 1 month)
Job overview
- Contributed to the development of departmental goals and objectives, aligning instructional practices with overall school priorities.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current on best practices for teaching German as a foreign language.
- Prepared students for standardized exams by reviewing key content areas and providing targeted practice opportunities with test-taking strategies.
- Created and administered formative and summative assessments to analyze student progress.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, adapting instructional approaches as needed.
- Completed progress reports with individualized notes regarding students' strengths and areas of improvement.
- Maintained detailed records of student attendance, participation, and assessment data for accurate reporting purposes.
- Promoted collaborative learning by designing group projects that required students to communicate effectively in German.
- Utilized effective classroom management techniques to create an environment conducive to focused learning and respectful communication among students.
St Leonards College
Head of the LOTE Faculty
2003.10 - 2004.06 (8 months)
Job overview
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Sought to strengthen communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Sought to work successfully within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Opportunity to develop strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
St Leonard's College
Secondary German Teacher
2001.01 - 2004.06 (3 years & 5 months)
Job overview
- Contributed to the development of departmental goals and objectives, aligning instructional practices with overall school priorities.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current on best practices for teaching German as a foreign language.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, adapting instructional approaches as needed.
- Designed and implemented classroom management techniques and disciplinary procedures to maintain safety and promote learning in classroom.
- Prepared students for standardized exams by reviewing key content areas and providing targeted practice opportunities with test-taking strategies.
- Created and administered and summative assessment tasks to analyze student progress.
- Provided constructive feedback on oral and written work, guiding students toward improvement in their language skills.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication about student progress, challenges, and successes.
- Identified children's individual and collective learning needs and delivered instruction designed to capture students' interest and maximize individual learning.
- Completed progress reports with individualized notes regarding students' strengths and areas of improvement.
- Maintained detailed records of student attendance, participation, and assessment data for accurate reporting purposes.
- Utilized effective classroom management techniques to create an environment conducive to focused learning and respectful communication among students.
Toorak College
Secondary German Teacher
2000.01 - 2000.12 (11 months)
Job overview
- Contributed to the development of departmental goals and objectives, aligning instructional practices with overall school priorities.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current on best practices for teaching German as a foreign language.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, adapting instructional approaches as needed.
- Prepared students for standardized exams by reviewing key content areas and providing targeted practice opportunities with test-taking strategies.
- Created and administered formative and summative assessments to analyze student progress.
Education
University of Melbourne , Melbourne, VIC
Diploma of Education from Education
02.2000
Monash University , Clayton, VIC
Bachelor of Arts & Law from German Language And Literature & Law
04.1979
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Behavior Management
- Positive Learning Environment
- Classroom Instruction
- Student assessment
- Fluent in German
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Assigning and Grading Work
Affiliations
- Association of German Teachers of Victoria Inc.
- Victorian Institute of Teachers 201720
Timeline
Secondary German & SOSE Teacher
Trinity Grammar School
2013.01 - 2024.02 (11 years & 1 month)
Secondary German Teacher
Brentwood Secondary College
2009.05 - 2012.12 (3 years & 7 months)
Secondary German Teacher P/T
Wesley College
2005.04 - 2009.05 (4 years & 1 month)
Head of the LOTE Faculty
St Leonards College
2003.10 - 2004.06 (8 months)
Secondary German Teacher
St Leonard's College
2001.01 - 2004.06 (3 years & 5 months)
Secondary German Teacher
Toorak College
2000.01 - 2000.12 (11 months)
University of Melbourne
Diploma of Education from Education
Monash University
Bachelor of Arts & Law from German Language And Literature & Law
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