Nathan Benn
Evatt,ACT
Summary
I have been a passionate primary school educator for 4 years in classroom settings. Dedicated to student safety and well-being to enable focused learning. Known to challenge students in creative ways to reach untapped potential. In this time, I have taken on additional roles including leadership responsibilities and developing co-curricular programs, I am currently in the process of completing accreditation to move from provisional to proficient qualifications. I am a Christian who is actively involved in the church and looking for work that reflects my values.
I have a deep passion for teaching and am committed to helping young people develop the skills and knowledge necessary to be informed and active citizens. I have a love of science and numeracy and always seek ways to share this passion with my students. I am creative in my approach to teaching aiming to engage all students in learning. I remain calm and approachable in the classroom and always show patience and empathy to students and colleagues.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Primary Teacher
Brindabella Christian College
01.2021 - Current
- Implemented assessment throughout learning and used data to determine student growth
- Took on a leadership role as grade leader, working with the Head of Junior School to implement strategies and programs suitable for the grade.
- Organised and led excursions including overnight camps.
- Participated in school-wide events in the role of lighting engineer for musicals, showcases and presentation nights.
- Implemented and led a peer-support program for Primary students, which included training, playground duties, student leader roles and student led morning musters.
- Organised and ran class assemblies.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Provided individualized support to struggling students through targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall academic achievement, including participation in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on cross-curricular projects.
- Utilised outdoor learning spaces to engage students with Country
Graduate Teacher
Hayes Park Public School
08.2019 - 09.2019
- Assisted supervising teacher in developing a unit of work.
- Planned for and taught two full weeks of lessons with minimal supervision.
- Implemented assessment throughout learning and used data to determine student growth.
- Participated in stage planning, staff development and school briefings. Key Achievements:
- Implemented learning support for two students well below literacy average.
- Led students to develop a class rubric, used in assessment and student-self-reflection.
- Utilised outdoor learning spaces to engage students with Country.
- Devised and taught an engaging creative arts lesson for a kindergarten class.
Graduate Teacher
Koonawarra Public School
11.2019 - 11.2019
- Assisted supervising teacher in all aspects of the classroom
- Established classroom routines and learning sequences
- Planned and taught Numeracy, Science and Pd/H/Pe
- Participated in stage planning, staff development and school briefings
- Implemented effective behavioural management strategies in the classroom and playground
- Helped deescalate a violent outburst from a student
- Gained a deeper understanding of learning growth and progression
- Utilised a variety of ICT programs in the classroom including Minecraft, Google Earth and video recording
Box Office Supervisor (Casual)
Ticketmaster
01.2014 - Current
- Strong customer focused role in a busy working environment
- Supervisory role, supporting up to 6 staff, working with the venue to ensure smooth operations
- Mentoring and induction of new trainee staff
- Participation in professional development
Youth Leader
Dapto Anglican Church
01.2012 - 12.2015
- Lead a small discipleship group
- Created and implemented safe, engaging activities that built team skills, communication and problem solving
- Presented short bible talks
- Supported young people in developing interpersonal skills, knowledge, and Christian values
- Participated in weekend camps with up to 100 young people
Education
Master of Education - PRIMARY
UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG
Wollongong NSW11.2020
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG
Wollongong NSW11.2015
Skills
- Employ inquiry-based learning
- Differentiate learning
- Understand student learning styles
- Integrate cross-curriculum priorities
- Applies Aboriginal perspectives
- Developing tools for recording and analysing student data
- Designing deep and engaging lessons and units of work
- Neat and organized
- Implements effective behavioural management
- Cooperative and team orientated
- Engage in professional reflection and development
Related experience
- 2012 - 2015, Youth Leader, Dapto Anglican Church, Lead a small discipleship group., Created and implemented safe, engaging activities that built team skills, communication and problem solving., Presented short bible talks., Supported young people in developing interpersonal skills, knowledge, and Christian values., Participated in weekend camps with up to 100 young people.
- 2014 - 2020, Box Office Supervisor (Casual), Ticketmaster, Win Entertainment Centre and Stadium, Strong customer focused role in a busy working environment., Supervisory role, supporting up to 6 staff, working with the venue to ensure smooth operations., Mentoring and induction of new trainee staff., Participation in professional development.
Community and hobbies
- Regularly attend Crossroads Church at Lake G and associated discipleship group.
- previously a volunteer lighting engineer at Dapto Anglican Church.
- Creative designer (digital art, props and physical displays for events).
- Engaged in a monthly book group.
Referees
Marcia Melville - Head of Junior School at Brindabella Christian College (professional)
Phone: 0418 185 957
Keturah Jones - Principal of Brindabella Christian College 2022-2024 (professional)
Phone: 0427 925 215
Jamie MacKenzie - Mentor (character reference)
0411 577 968
Timeline
Primary Teacher
Brindabella Christian College
01.2021 - Current
Graduate Teacher
Koonawarra Public School
11.2019 - 11.2019
Graduate Teacher
Hayes Park Public School
08.2019 - 09.2019
Box Office Supervisor (Casual)
Ticketmaster
01.2014 - Current
Youth Leader
Dapto Anglican Church
01.2012 - 12.2015
Master of Education - PRIMARY
UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG
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