Miena Iwasaki

• Successfully lead all three Unit 3/4 Psychology classes through 2024.
• Successfully lead all three Unit 1/2 Psychology classes through to the end of 2023.
• Implemented evidence-based teaching practices, including through the adoption of a flipped classroom.
• Provided guaranteed and viable curriculum for all students.
• Helped develop students' reading, writing, and comprehension skills through modelling and scaffolding.
• Attended numerous professional learning development and collaboration seminars to continually improve teaching practices.
• Increased student participation in class discussions by creating an open and inclusive learning environment.
• Implemented differentiated instruction so that education was accessible to all students.
• Strengthened critical thinking skills through the use of thought-provoking questions and analytical assignments.

Some comments from my students:

• 'Ms Iwasaki, you have been such a kind and passionate teacher. Thank you.'
• 'You've helped me develop my confidence so much and you've helped me discover just how much I love Psychology.'
• 'All your students, past, present, and future, are so lucky to have/have had you as a teacher.'
• 'Thank you for being such a good teacher and never giving up on anyone. I've learned a lot about determination through your teaching.'
• 'Thank you Ms I for always treating your classes with so much positivity and kindness. You are amazing.'
• 'My improvement this year in Psychology is thanks to your amazing work as a teacher who understands how to support students incredibly.'

• Implemented effective behaviour management strategies, resulting in improved student focus and participation.
• Developed a positive classroom environment, fostering collaboration and respect among students.
• Contributed to curriculum development initiatives, ensuring alignment with state standards and relevance to modern contexts.
• Provided instructional support to students with special needs through differentiated instruction and accommodations tailored to their unique requirements.
• Adapted to different teaching environments at various Victorian schools in low, medium, and high socio-economic areas.

• Maintained high customer satisfaction standards to meet or exceed targets.
• Trained new team members correct procedures for all areas of operations, and in maintaining exceptional standards.
• Implemented new training programs for junior staff members, improving overall team performance.
• Mentored new hires on company policies and procedures, ensuring quick integration into the team environment.