Nicole Thoroughgood
Albion Park,NSW
Summary
My teaching philosophy is to deliver explicit and differentiated lessons while providing students with a safe and nurturing learning environment where they can strive to achieve academically, emotionally, spiritually and socially. Making a genuine connection with students ensures they feel valued and motivates them to reach their full potential. I strive to develop my skills to be the best I can be, so my students can do the same.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Department Of Education
07.2023 - Current
- Planning and delivering explicit and differentiated instruction that meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioural concerns to parents, to improve student academic performance.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals.
- Incorporated technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
- Scheduled and directed excursions and hands-on activities to foster student learning.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative assessment and recording data to inform future teaching.
Classroom Teacher/ Band Leader
Department Of Education
09.2017 - 07.2023
- Planned end of term performances and marketed concerts to students, parents and general public.
- Assessed musicians and assigned instruments and parts for songs and concerts.
- Attended regular practices and private lessons to hone skills.
- Directed groups at rehearsals to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.
- Inventoried and purchased new instruments and gear for the music department.
- Planning and delivering explicit and differentiated instruction that meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioural concerns to parents, to improve student academic performance.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals.
- Incorporated technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
- Scheduled and directed excursions and hands-on activities to foster student learning.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Assessed student progress through formative an summative assessment and recording data to inform future teaching.
Professional Musician
Various Contracts
04.1992 - Current
- Toured with successful bands at a range of venues, festivals and events.
- Played various instruments professionally, including guitar, keyboard, bass, vocals and drums.
- Auditioned and contracted musicians suitable for the bands genre.
- Built networks with local musicians to provide session support for gigs and events.
- Taught private and small group music lessons, adapting tuition to ages and skill levels.
- Liaised with booking agents to secure gigs and negotiate booking fees.
TAFE Teacher/ TVET Coordinator
TAFE NSW
02.2003 - 09.2017
- Planned and delivered courses for Nationally recognised qualifications up to Diploma level.
- Co-ordinated TVET programs for Year 10, 11 and 12 students working towards their HSC.
- Planned and implement courses for disengaged youth.
- Liaised with school Careers Advisors and Principals to report on attendance, student progress and behaviour.
- Collaborated with TAFE Head Teachers to ensure VET compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Education (Primary) - Education
Curtin University
Sydney09.2017
Diploma of Business Management - Business
TAFE NSW
Gymea12.2006
Certificate IV in Training And Assessment - Education
TAFE NSW
Petersham12.2004
Skills
- Explicit instruction strategies
- Collaborative practice
- Formative assessment
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Plan Development
- Curriculum Implementation
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
Department Of Education
07.2023 - Current
Classroom Teacher/ Band Leader
Department Of Education
09.2017 - 07.2023
TAFE Teacher/ TVET Coordinator
TAFE NSW
02.2003 - 09.2017
Professional Musician
Various Contracts
04.1992 - Current
Bachelor of Education (Primary) - Education
Curtin University
Diploma of Business Management - Business
TAFE NSW
Certificate IV in Training And Assessment - Education
TAFE NSW
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