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Michaela Rybinski

Jerrabomberra,Australia

Summary

Professional educator, teaching in NSW primary schools since 2015, with expertise in trauma-informed practices and supporting diverse student needs, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, and those with ADHD, autism, and complex needs. Passionate about fostering gifted learners and building strong partnerships with stakeholders to create inclusive environments for student success.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Learning Support / Release from Face-to-Face / Classroom Teacher

Googong Public School
12.2022 - Current
  • Work with students from Kindergarten to Year 6, collaborating with classroom teachers, parents, and specialists to develop and implement individualised strategies and interventions that support academic, social, and emotional growth
  • Differentiate content, through the use of goal setting, to cater to the needs of a broad student population including EAL/D, learning and behavioural difficulties, gifted and talented students
  • Main safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environments across the school through establishing meaningful relationships
  • Collaborate as part of a whole staff team and smaller teams to establish Googong Public School in its Foundation year
  • Lead choir teacher for 2023/24
  • Debating and public speaking facilitator/coach for 2023/24

Classroom Teacher

Queanbeyan South Public School
05.2015 - 12.2022
  • Work across Kindergarten to Year 6 to design and deliver engaging, curriculum-aligned lessons to foster student learning and development while maintaining a safe and inclusive environment
  • Assess student progress, provide constructive feedback, and collaborate with colleagues and parents to support individual needs and educational outcomes
  • Take part in assessment and reporting procedures, through formal written reports to parents and external agencies, as well as participating in meetings as required
  • Address the diverse and complex needs of gifted and talented students by tailoring teaching approaches to support their unique learning requirements
  • Developed and implemented an Inquiry Project for Stage 3 Opportunity Class students, incorporating a presentation component that engaged parents by inviting them to view the completed projects
  • Revived the overnight excursion program for Opportunity Class students to enhance their learning experience and foster greater engagement

Education

Master of Education - Gifted Education

University of New South Wales
Sydney, NSW
11-2026

Bachelor Education - Primary

University of Canberra
Canberra, ACT
10-2015

Skills

  • Critical thinking
  • Solution-oriented
  • Berry Street Education Model (trauma informed practice)
  • Conflict resolution
  • Cultural awareness
  • Educational research

References

  • Holly Wilson, Assistant Principal Curriculum & Instruction, Googong Public School, 0424 256 626
  • Kristy Giteau-Tai, Stage 3 Assistant Principal, Queanbeyan South Public School, 0423 855 206
  • Alannah Raymond, Classroom Teacher / Colleague, Googong Public School

Timeline

Learning Support / Release from Face-to-Face / Classroom Teacher

Googong Public School
12.2022 - Current

Classroom Teacher

Queanbeyan South Public School
05.2015 - 12.2022

Master of Education - Gifted Education

University of New South Wales

Bachelor Education - Primary

University of Canberra
Michaela Rybinski