Reid Daniels
Currumbin
Summary
Philosophy: Students need teachers that care. Teachers must care about students, about Curriculum and about Pedagogy. I have worked as a Teacher's Assistant, an award-winning Class Teacher, The Dean of Students and Head of Department (permanent). These roles have required, and allowed, for me to develop into a teacher that passionately cares about educational and life outcomes for all students.
- I have spent the last two years as Head of Department for Years 5/6 and Specialists at Varsity College. While this is an incredibly fulfilling, challenging and satisfying role, I have taken leave from my HoD position to give me the opportunity to get back into classrooms, to do what I love: teaching children.
- In my HoD role, I developed deep knowledge of The Australian Curriculum (Versions 8.4 and 9), effective pedagogical approaches (Explicit Instruction and Inquiry), as well as leading whole school change in both agendas.
- My time as Dean of Students at Varsity College also afforded me the opportunity to develop my ability to implement firm but fair behaviour management approaches, as well as quickly build rapport with students, colleagues and community members.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Department
Varsity College Primary School
01.2022 - 04.2024
- Lead a whole school scan and assess of 3 levels of planning in preparation for Version 9 roll-out
- Created and implemented Version 9 aligned English Units for Years 5 and 6
- Designed and led pedagogical scans, and responded with targeted Professional Development (Assessment for Learning, Explicit Instruction, Science of Learning, Science of Reading, Teaching through Complex Texts etc)
- Supported new and experienced teachers to refine and develop their knowledge and ability to implement successfully.
- Collaborated with cluster schools to develop inter-school moderation processes
- lead weekly year level and whole school staff meetings with various agendas and aims
Dean of Students
Varsity College Primary School
04.2021 - 07.2021
While only in this position for a short period, I was able to:
- Improve campus-wide student engagement by implementing innovative programs and activities, such as Rock N Slide and Deadly Choices.
- Enhanced student attendance rates through the development of comprehensive support services and community relationships.
- Promoted a positive campus culture by fostering collaboration among faculty, staff, and students.
Class Teacher
Varsity College Primary School
07.2018 - 01.2022
- 2018 - 2021: Class Teacher (F.T.E 1.00) for a range of Year levels
Class Teacher
Goodwood Primary School
05.2016 - 06.2018
- 2017 - Year 3-4 Class Teacher (1.00 FTE) - Granted limited authority to teach by TRB while completing studies
- 2016 - Year 2-3 Class Teacher (1.00 FTE) - - Granted limited authority to teach by TRB while completing studies
Education
Bachelor of Education (Primary) -
Curtin University
2018
Skills
- Deep knowledge of the Australian Curriculum (V84 and V9) Including Level 1, 2 and 3 Curriculum Planning
- Evidenced-based effective Pedagogy
- Student engagement and behaviour management
- Implementing, communicating and utilising effective learning intentions and success criteria utilising the SOLO Taxonomy
- Leading change in school-wide initiatives
- Building strong relationships with students and families
Additional Information
- Mrs Nerolie O'Neill: Deputy Principal at Varsity College Primary School
Contact: nonei15@eq.edu.au and 0404 043 574
- Mrs Karen Gravendyk: Principal at Varsity College Primary School
Contact: kgrav8@eq.edu.au and 0401 879 406
Timeline
Head of Department
Varsity College Primary School
01.2022 - 04.2024
Dean of Students
Varsity College Primary School
04.2021 - 07.2021
Class Teacher
Varsity College Primary School
07.2018 - 01.2022
Class Teacher
Goodwood Primary School
05.2016 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Education (Primary) -
Curtin University
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