Olivia Ward
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Stage 2 - Year 3 Teacher (Temporary)
Budgewoi Public School
01.2023 - Current
Early Childhood Teacher
Budgewoi Halekulani Pre-School
01.2018 - 01.2023
Education
Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood And Primary) -
University of Newcastle
Central Coast NSW12.2023
Certificate III Early Childhood Education & Care -
TAFE NSW
Hunter Institute Central Coast 01.2018
Skills
- Aboriginal Education Committee Team Member
- PSSA Netball Coach
- Cross Country Coordinator
- Effective management of classroom dynamics, maintaining order, and creating a conducive learning environment
- Designing and implementing engaging lesson plans that align with curriculum standards
- Tailoring teaching methods to meet the diverse learning needs of students
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for interactions with students, parents, and colleagues
- Proficiency in using educational technology to enhance teaching and learning
- The ability to adjust teaching methods in response to student needs
- Understanding and respecting the diverse backgrounds and needs of students
- Skill in managing student behaviour and implementing behaviour support programs
- Identifying and addressing challenges in the classroom and implementing solutions
- Working effectively with colleagues, staff, and parents to support the overall educational environment
Employee Details
Employee Number: 1422126
NESA Account Number: 950302
Working with Children's Check: WWC1541218E Expiry: 12/13/27
Practicum Experience
Primary
- Bonnells Bay Public School, Bonnells Bay, September 2022
- St. Brendan's Catholic Primary School, Lake Munmorah, July 2022
Early Childhood
- Gwandalan Preschool Long Day Care Centre, Gwandalan, October 2022
- Play to Learn Early Learning Centre, Toukley, July 2020
Recent Significant Professional Learning
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation - HLTAID001
- Provide First Aid (HLTAID003)
- Anaphylaxis e-learning Teaching and Administrative Staff- MyPL
- E-Emergency Care- MyPL
- Child Protection Update – MyPL
- Explicit Direct Instruction - John Fleming
- Explicit Direct Instruction - Joe Ybarra Dataworks
- Explicit Instruction Lesson Structure - PL
- NAPLAN Delivery Training
- Cognitive Load Theory - PL
- Aboriginal Cultural Education – MyPL
- Aboriginal Histories and Culture - MyPL
- Child Protection Awareness - MyPL
- Disability Standards for Education - MyPL
Referees
- Kelly Bissett - Stage AP - kelly.bissett@det.nsw.edu.au - 0402673035
- Aldonnea Brown - APCI / Mentor - aldonnea.brown@det.nsw.edu.au - 0414293510
Timeline
Stage 2 - Year 3 Teacher (Temporary)
Budgewoi Public School
01.2023 - Current
Early Childhood Teacher
Budgewoi Halekulani Pre-School
01.2018 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood And Primary) -
University of Newcastle
Certificate III Early Childhood Education & Care -
TAFE NSW