Rebecca Thoms

Experienced Senior Year Level Education Coordinator and member of the Senior School Team since 2021.

• 2024 - 11 YLC/Acting Year 11 Head of Year (short term). Short term role focus on Exam Block/Study Leave Process/ISL Process/Subject Changes/Attendance.
• 2023 - 10YLC/Acting Year 10 Head of Year (short term) - focus on Exam Block/ Study Leave Process/ SetPlan Preparation
• 2022 - 12 YLC/Acting Year 12 Head of Year - QCAA Endorsement and Confirmation Process. Mock Exam preparation and monitoring/Study Leave Process/ISL Processes.
• 2021 - Senior Academic Intervention Mentor. Monitor and manage QCE intervention programs, lead Go4Gold tutoring to support students in their learning and achieve successful outcomes.
• Cert II FSK (Career Education)Teacher since 2019. Leading in design and implementation of curriculum resources and assessment instruments.
• Create and lead educational programs for Highway to Success sessions as YLC and Acting HOY.
• Collaborate and liase with industry specific guest speakers on Highway to Success Days including Job Ready and ATAR Pathways.
• Organize extracurricular activities and events (formal, mystery bus, camp) to enhance the overall educational and engagement experience for senior students.
• Communicate effectively with parents, teachers, and administrators to ensure a collaborative approach to student success.
• Monitor and analyze data to track student performance and inform instructional decision-making.

As Acting Head of Department Technology my focus was leading a dedicated team who strive to deepen their knowledge and understanding of the AITSL standards. Through creating conscious competence through purposeful evidence based reflective practices within the faculty.

• Monitoring the review of curriculum and ensure assessment is quality aligned with governing bodies ACARA and QCAA.
• Managing Technology faculty staff to ensure deadlines are met.
• Mentoring staff in pedagogical practice through reflective practices and authentic conversations.
• Implementing and supporting Professional Development Plans Staff through scheduled APR meetings.
• Conducting achievement data reviews within the faculty to achieve school wide targets and aligning with AIP and EIA.
• Leading Junior and Senior curriculum development by monitoring Year level and Unit Plans 7-10 Technology, and 11-12 Digital Solutions, Food and Nutrition, Engineering, Design, ISK, GSK and Early Childhood Studies

• Oversaw new employee hiring and onboarding procedures, developing guidelines, designing standard interviews and participating in selection and training of new hires.
• Developed strategic plans for long-term growth of the business.
• Managed the company's overall operations, including budgeting and financial planning.
• Established performance objectives for personnel, monitored progress, and provided feedback on results.
• Recruited, hired and trained employees on operations and performance expectations.
• Participated in industry events and conferences to promote brand awareness.