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Rory Najjar

TRBWA Registration: 33093275

Summary

I am a thorough teacher and course coordinator who has experience building cohesiveness among student groups, resolving student conflicts and managing events.

I have lead other staff with curriculum courses and College events such as carnivals. In particular, coordinating our Outdoor Education program has required leadership and risk management skills and the ability to manage administrative tasks.

With a previous employment history outside of education I have some life experience that has afforded me a wider perspective on schooling. With this I can offer students a broader outlook on their experiences.

Having had the opportunity to act in the Head of Year role in 2022 I understand what is required in the role and the responsibilities that come with the position. Feedback from the Executive team following that experience was positive, as I strived to build relationships with parents and families.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Kennedy Baptist College
Murdoch, WA
01.2018 - Current
  • Worked outside of the regular College setting to give students opportunities in Outdoor Education, including days during holidays to support students.
  • Assisted fellow teachers with course development and assessment, and assisted new staff in settling in.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Acting Head of Year 9 for Term 1 2022 with positive feedback from Form teachers and line manager.

Relief Teacher

Various Schools
Perth, WA
04.2017 - 12.2017
  • Taught across a range of schools both primary and secondary, public and independent.
  • Gained invaluable experience observing the ways in which different schools approach pastoral care and daily operations.

Teacher

Mullewa District High School
Mullewa, WA
10.2014 - 04.2017
  • Classroom teacher Years 6-8, classroom teacher Years 9-12.
  • Physical Education teacher, independently organising carnivals.
  • Bush Rangers Unit Leader (Cadets WA program) - extra-curricular projects and camps.
  • School Council (consisting of staff, parents and community members).
  • Limited experience filling a Deputy Principal role meeting with students in a behaviour management capacity.

Prior to Teaching: Outdoor Instructor

Various employers
Perth, WA
07.2008 - 10.2014
  • Promoted fun, safe and inclusive environments.
  • Helped participants enjoy activities while ensuring adherence to protocol.
  • Organised and led a variety of small and large group activities, including commercial hiking trips for adults, school curriculum camps and Scripture Union camps.

Prior to Teaching: Facility Duty Officer

City of Melville
Booragoon, WA
08.2007 - 10.2014
  • Manager and Lifeguard at LeisureFit centres handling daily operations.
  • Hired, scheduled and led team of staff.
  • Trained workers in procedures and policies for safe recreational activities.

Education

Certificate IV Training And Assessment -

Trainwest
Belmont, WA
2016

Graduate Diploma of Education (Secondary) -

University of Notre Dame Australia
Fremantle, WA
2012

Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation -

University of Notre Dame Australia
Fremantle, WA
2011

Skills

  • Collaboration with other staff; Pastoral and Curriculum
  • Ability to facilitate a cohesive, community-based environment
  • Planning and leading activities such as camps and excursions
  • Developing risk management plans
  • Mediation between students
  • Proactive approach to social and cultural concerns within a cohort
  • Sound presentation skills

Timeline

Teacher

Kennedy Baptist College
01.2018 - Current

Relief Teacher

Various Schools
04.2017 - 12.2017

Teacher

Mullewa District High School
10.2014 - 04.2017

Prior to Teaching: Outdoor Instructor

Various employers
07.2008 - 10.2014

Prior to Teaching: Facility Duty Officer

City of Melville
08.2007 - 10.2014

Certificate IV Training And Assessment -

Trainwest

Graduate Diploma of Education (Secondary) -

University of Notre Dame Australia

Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation -

University of Notre Dame Australia
Rory Najjar