Qindeel Ara
Stanhope Garden ,Sydney
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Cranbrook High School, enhancing student engagement and success through differentiated instruction and innovative lesson planning. Excelled in building strong relationships and fostering collaborative learning environments. Skilled in technology integration and curriculum development, significantly contributing to inclusive education and academic achievement.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher (Special Education)
Cranbrook High School
03.2024 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behaviour to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
- Created and developed lesson plans/IEP's to meet students' academic needs.
Staff Member (weekends and in School Holidays)
Warrah Disability Services
08.2022 - Current
- Responded sensitively and competently to service customers with diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and attentive customer service, resulting in increased overall satisfaction.
- Collaborated with colleagues on various projects, sharing knowledge and expertise while working together towards common objectives.
- Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and guidelines for business operations.
- Liaised with management and other departments to maintain smooth operations.
- Analyzed performance data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
Senior Staff (On Weekends and in School Holidays)
Achieve Australia Service for PWD
02.2015 - Current
- Mentored junior staff members in best practices while motivating them towards career advancement.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction levels by improving responsiveness to inquiries or concerns.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure consistent excellence in products and services delivered to clients.
- Spearheaded the implementation of innovative technologies, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing costs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Studies of Religion,Willing To Teach Maths And Sci
Approved By NESA
NSW08-2002
Master of Arts - Masters in Inclusive And Special Education
Macquari University
North Ryde, NSW01-2026
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Parent-teacher communication
- Behavior management
- Student-centered learning
- Collaborative learning
- Differentiated instruction
- Curriculum implementation
- Curriculum development
- Innovative lesson planning
- Technology integration
- Social-emotional learning training
- Project-based learning
- Cultural sensitivity
- Community involvement
- Assessment strategies
- Student records management
- Faculty collaboration
- Special needs students
- Creative lesson planning
- Excellent classroom management
- Program development
- Feedback implementation
- Special education
- Group learning mechanics
- SMART board aptitude
- Curriculum compliance with [state]
Timeline
Teacher (Special Education)
Cranbrook High School
03.2024 - Current
Staff Member (weekends and in School Holidays)
Warrah Disability Services
08.2022 - Current
Senior Staff (On Weekends and in School Holidays)
Achieve Australia Service for PWD
02.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Studies of Religion,Willing To Teach Maths And Sci
Approved By NESA
Master of Arts - Masters in Inclusive And Special Education
Macquari University
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