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Nicole Rowling

Pretty Beach

Summary

Professional and committed educator with a strong track record at St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, delivering differentiated instruction and nurturing faith formation. Skilled in classroom management and curriculum implementation, I engage diverse learners through inclusive, high-impact practices that support academic growth. Passionate about embedding Gospel values across all aspects of learning, I contribute meaningfully to the spiritual and communal life of the school.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Classroom Teacher

ST Joseph's Catholic Primary School Rockdale
01.2023 - Current
  • Develop engaging programs aligned with curriculum standards that reflect ethos and values of Catholic education.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching skills.
  • Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
  • Differentiate learning tasks to meet the needs of diverse learners.
  • Foster students faith by preparing candidates for the sacrament of Confirmation, mentoring students in the Pope Francis award program and guiding students in leading meaningful liturgies.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices and improve teaching strategies.
  • Contributed to whole school improvement by engaging in reflective practice through my PGIA goal using data to design programs tailored to learner needs and aligning with the schools AIP priorities.
  • Active contributor to the wider school community through leadership of assemblies, mentoring student leaders, media team leader, sharing practices at staff meetings and talent show coordinator.
  • Work collaboratively with stage partners and teaching staff to design and implement a range of effective co-teaching strategies that support student learning and engagement.
  • Consistently integrate digital technologies into my teaching practice, including Google Classroom, interactive whiteboards, Tinkercad, and Canva, to enhance student engagement, creativity, and learning outcomes.

Childcare Centre Cook and Room Assistant/Floater Teacher

Guardian Childcare
01.2018 - 01.2023
  • Prepared nutritious meals following dietary guidelines and food safety standards.
  • Collaborated with staff to create engaging menu options for children.
  • Managed inventory control, ensuring fresh ingredients were available daily.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviours and areas in need of improvement, implementing behaviour redirection where appropriate.
  • Planned and guided age-appropriate tasks like reading, crafts and hands on learning experiences.

. • Read and told stories to promote and support overall language development.

Maintained effective schedule balance between
rest periods, active play and instruction.
• Engaged with children individually to encourage
physical activity and academic curiosity.
• Promoted language development skills through
reading and storytelling

Assistant Teacher

Georges River Grammar
01.2014 - 11.2017
  • Facilitated engaging learning activities to support diverse student needs.
  • Collaborated with lead teacher to develop and implement lesson plans.
  • Monitored student progress, providing feedback to enhance academic performance.
  • Assisted in classroom management, fostering a positive learning environment.
  • Organized educational resources and materials to enhance instructional delivery.
  • Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
  • Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Religious Education

University of Notre Dame Australia
Sydney, NSW
06-2026

Bachelor of Arts - Education Primary

University of New England Armidale
Armidale, NSW
12-2023

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Inclusive teaching
  • Curriculum implementation
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Co planning and teaching
  • Integration of Gospel values across the curriculum
  • Fostering and supporting faith
  • Strong knowledge of syllabus content and pedagogy
  • Differentiation for diverse learners, including EAL/D and neurodivergent students

Timeline

Classroom Teacher

ST Joseph's Catholic Primary School Rockdale
01.2023 - Current

Childcare Centre Cook and Room Assistant/Floater Teacher

Guardian Childcare
01.2018 - 01.2023

Assistant Teacher

Georges River Grammar
01.2014 - 11.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Religious Education

University of Notre Dame Australia

Bachelor of Arts - Education Primary

University of New England Armidale
Nicole Rowling