Robyn Benita Jurek
Senior Teacher
ETTY BAY,QLD
Summary
I am passionate about teaching in a school central to its community, as I recognise that the school is the hub of many communities. I have worked independently and collaboratively, in the broad range of experiences, within a variety of contexts, to innovate and refine my teaching practices through feedback and self-reflection. I believe my many years of commitment to education has given me a wealth of experience and knowledge to add to the teaching position of any school.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
General Teacher, Inclusion Teacher
Innisfail State College
01.2019 - Current
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Learning (PBL).
- Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Taught students with Leaning difficulties.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organisation.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
English Teacher, Humanities Teacher
Innisfail State College
07.2017 - 08.2017
- Humanities, HASS
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Designed and implemented point system to encourage positive behavior.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Communicated nonverbally with children to provide comfort, encouragement and positive reinforcement.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
Malanda State High School
Malanda State High School
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Home Economics/Hospitality, English, Humanities
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Managing Director
Platypus Catering, Malanda Lodge Motel
01.2013 - 01.2016
General Teacher, Acting Teacher Librarian
Innisfail State High School/Innisfail State College
01.2009 - 01.2013
- English, Humanities, HASS
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.
Acting Teacher Librarian, General Teacher
Tagai State College
01.2005 - 01.2008
- English, Studies of Society and Environment.
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
- Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
Teacher Aide
Ravenshoe State School
01.1993 - 01.2004
- English, Home Economics
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Teaching - English, History, Sociology
University of New England
Armidale, NSW 07.2001 - 03.2005
Advanced Diploma of Education - School Support - Special Needs
Central Queensland University
07.1996 - 06.2000
Skills
- Student records management
Certification
- Academic Integrity Course For Teachers
Timeline
- Academic Integrity Course For Teachers
05-2022
- Curriculum Activity Risk Assessment (CARA)
05-2022
- Understanding General and Applied (Essential) syllabuses course
05-2022
- Mandatory All-Staff Training Program
04-2022
- Student Protection Training Course
03-2022
General Teacher, Inclusion Teacher
Innisfail State College
01.2019 - Current
English Teacher, Humanities Teacher
Innisfail State College
07.2017 - 08.2017
Malanda State High School
Malanda State High School
01.2014 - 01.2016
Managing Director
Platypus Catering, Malanda Lodge Motel
01.2013 - 01.2016
General Teacher, Acting Teacher Librarian
Innisfail State High School/Innisfail State College
01.2009 - 01.2013
Acting Teacher Librarian, General Teacher
Tagai State College
01.2005 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Teaching - English, History, Sociology
University of New England
07.2001 - 03.2005
Advanced Diploma of Education - School Support - Special Needs
Central Queensland University
07.1996 - 06.2000
Teacher Aide
Ravenshoe State School
01.1993 - 01.2004
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