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Rachel Pearson

EAGLEBY,Queensland

Summary

Enthusiastic educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behaviour. Organised and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Classroom Teacher

Brisbane Catholic Education
01.2024 - Current
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
  • Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
  • Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, increasing students'' understanding of how subjects interconnect.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Collaborated with parents, administrators and counsellors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
  • Coached Year 5 & 6 Netball for Queensland Cup
  • Coached Year5 & 6 Touch Football for All Schools
  • Planned and ran sessions for Deadly Diruns

Classroom Teacher

Catholic Education Office Canberra/Goulburn
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
  • Established clear expectations for behaviour and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
  • Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, increasing students'' understanding of how subjects interconnect.
  • Administered quizzes and tests to assess student understanding of material.
  • Collaborated with parents, administrators and counsellors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.

Casual Relief Teacher

Brisbane Catholic Education
02.2023 - 08.2023
  • Implemented effective behaviour management strategies, resulting in improved student focus and participation.
  • Led classroom activities for play-based and immersive learning.
  • Utilised technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
  • Completed documentation of attendance, grades and other required details.
  • Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support students environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behaviour modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Organised and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.

Casual Relief Teacher

Catholic Education Office Canberra/Goulburn
01.2019 - 08.2023
  • Implemented effective behaviour management strategies, resulting in improved student focus and participation.
  • Led classroom activities for play-based and immersive learning.
  • Utilised technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
  • Completed documentation of attendance, grades and other required details.
  • Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support students environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behaviour modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Organised and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.

Classroom Teacher

Catholic Education Office Canberra/Goulburn
01.2021 - 12.2022
  • Taught Second Step Program to Kindergarten (Prep), Year 1 & Year 2
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
  • Established clear expectations for behaviour and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
  • Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies in the classroom
  • Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
  • Collaborated with parents, administrators and counsellors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.

Classroom Teacher

Catholic Education Office Canberra/Goulburn
07.2019 - 12.2019
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
  • Established clear expectations for behaviour and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
  • Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies in the classroom
  • Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
  • Collaborated with parents, administrators and counsellors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Participated in parent-teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.

Education

Bachelor of Psychology (Honors)

Griffith University
Gold Coast
12.2027

Bachelor of Education (Primary)

Australian Catholic University
Canberra, ACT
04.2019

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Lesson Planning
  • Video Conferencing
  • Google Classroom & SeeSaw
  • Flexible
  • Reporting
  • Verbal & Written Communication
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Organisation and Planning
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Technology Integration

Timeline

Classroom Teacher

Brisbane Catholic Education
01.2024 - Current

Classroom Teacher

Catholic Education Office Canberra/Goulburn
08.2023 - 12.2023

Casual Relief Teacher

Brisbane Catholic Education
02.2023 - 08.2023

Classroom Teacher

Catholic Education Office Canberra/Goulburn
01.2021 - 12.2022

Classroom Teacher

Catholic Education Office Canberra/Goulburn
07.2019 - 12.2019

Casual Relief Teacher

Catholic Education Office Canberra/Goulburn
01.2019 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Psychology (Honors)

Griffith University

Bachelor of Education (Primary)

Australian Catholic University

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