Mustafa Aygün

Year 1/2 Primary School teacher (Permission to Teach, PTT). Worked in a collaborative team-teaching environment alongside multiple colleagues throughout the year. The shared classroom catered for over 40 students, with my specific responsibility focused on the assessment and reporting of 20+ students. My role encompassed lesson planning, explicit teaching, and monitoring student progress. I taught across core curriculum areas, including Mathematics, Literacy, and Inquiry.

• Maintained positive and professional classroom environment throughout school year.
• Provided individualized support to struggling students through targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance.
• Developed strong relationships with parents, guardians, and colleagues through effective communication and collaboration, fostering a supportive learning environment for students.
• Improved classroom management by setting clear expectations for behavior and implementing consistent consequences for inappropriate actions.

Worked in a Foundation classroom with over 40 students, primarily supporting classroom management. Student behaviours ranged from minor challenges (such as distraction and difficulty maintaining focus) to more complex needs (including physical outbursts). I supported children with ASD, ADHD, ODD, and multiple students with Type 1 Diabetes, assisting with monitoring and daily management. In addition to behaviour support, I contributed to classroom learning by working with small groups and providing targeted assistance. I also gained experience working in a Year 5/6 classroom on occasion.

• Provided one-on-one assistance to students with diverse learning needs, fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Supported lead teacher in developing and carrying out lessons and in helping students.
• Managed classroom behavior effectively, maintaining a safe and productive learning environment for all students.

Worked primarily in a Before and After School Care setting, as well as during school holidays in holiday care. Depending on the number of children enrolled, I worked independently or alongside a partner, caring for groups of up to 20 students. My responsibilities included organising resources, planning activities, and leading sessions for student participation. I was also responsible for preparing and providing food, as well as opening and closing the care centre based in local schools. This role was carried out across multiple towns, including Henty, Holbrook, and Culcairn.

• Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
• Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.