Gardening
ROSE DILLON
Teacher
Watson,ACT
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
ACT WWVP: 523268
ACT TQI: 018192
NESA (BOSTES) No. 295871
DET ID: 1297168
NSW WWCC: WWCO03576OE
DOB: 05/05/1990
Citizenship: Australian
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Blue Gum Community School
Canberra , ACT
2019.01 - 2021.12
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and state/territory changes in policy/best practice, as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
Classroom Teacher
Forbes Public School
2017.05 - 2018.12
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites and other educational materials.
- Used tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Documented attendance, assignments, grades and participation for over 25 students.
- Developed and distributed study guides to reinforce lecture details and help students with test preparation.
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- Implemented new technologies into classroom, boosting student understanding of subject matter.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
- Designed dynamic lesson plans based on student interests to increase overall student GPA.
- Administered quizzes and tests to assess student understanding of material.
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
Relief Teacher
Lewisham Public School
Sydney , NSW
2018.01 - 2018.05
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Designed dynamic lesson plans based on student interests to increase overall student performance.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
EAL-D Teacher/Learning Support Teacher
Abbotsford Public School
Sydney , NSW
2016.01 - 2016.12
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Coordinated communication between students and school administration to create culturally-sensitive learning environment.
- Designed seasonal programs emphasizing vocabulary, pronunciation and reading comprehension.
- Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.
- Documented student attendance and progress against goals.
- Assisted department head in establishing daily schedules, curriculum and ESL activities.
- Improved instruction methods by using various assessment tools and strategies.
- Emphasized critical thinking through small group activities.
- Facilitated class discussion to help students work through questions and expand understanding.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
- Provided individual mentoring and special tutoring to struggling students.
- Encouraged students to deepen knowledge with additional learning opportunities.
English Language Specialist Teacher
Ningbo City College/Melbourne Institute Of Technol
Ningbo/Sydney , NSW
2013.01 - 2016.01
- Developed overall yearly curriculum for teaching English-language learners based on school and national requirements.
- Delivered instruction in language arts encompassing reading, grammar, composition and literature, working with teachers in other subjects to integrate skills across curriculum.
- Successfully improved students' English grammar and vocabulary levels through written and interactive activities.
- Graded students work based on completion, timeliness and accuracy and kept detailed records of grades.
- Authored tests and quizzes to evaluate student learning and comprehension.
- Created hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Implemented innovative teaching approaches for special needs students to meet requirements of individualized education plans.
- Built relationships with students to understand obstacles to learning such as difficult home situations, illness or social hurdles.
- Developed teaching materials to supplement standard curriculum, enhancing learning concepts and promoting student engagement.
Learn to Swim Teacher
Dickson Swimming Pool
Canberra , ACT
2020.09 - 2021.01
- Assisted in setting up pool deck, cleaning up public areas and closing pool in unsafe conditions.
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Prepared equipment before each class class and stored items promptly after classes.
- Taught five-program components for personal safety, water orientation and stroke development, water sports and games, rescue and personal growth.
- Informed site director of concerns regarding health and safety of swim students.
- Took notes strengths and weaknesses of each child in class to track progress.
- Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
- Detailed factors such as weather, incidents and aid rendered in daily reports to management.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings and fins correctly to teach students.
Education
Graduate Certificate of Teaching And Learning - Education
Charles Darwin University
2015.01 - 2015.12
Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) - English Language Teaching
University of Cambridge
UTS-Sydney 2013.07 - 2013.08
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature/History
Australian National University
Canberra 2010.01 - 2012.12
Skills
Ability to Work Under Pressureundefined
Certification
Advanced Certificate in Garden Design
Interests
Art
Timeline
Advanced Certificate in Garden Design
2021-12
Learn to Swim Teacher
Dickson Swimming Pool
2020.09 - 2021.01
Classroom Teacher
Blue Gum Community School
2019.01 - 2021.12
Relief Teacher
Lewisham Public School
2018.01 - 2018.05
Classroom Teacher
Forbes Public School
2017.05 - 2018.12
EAL-D Teacher/Learning Support Teacher
Abbotsford Public School
2016.01 - 2016.12
Graduate Certificate of Teaching And Learning - Education
Charles Darwin University
2015.01 - 2015.12
Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) - English Language Teaching
University of Cambridge
2013.07 - 2013.08
English Language Specialist Teacher
Ningbo City College/Melbourne Institute Of Technol
2013.01 - 2016.01
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature/History
Australian National University
2010.01 - 2012.12