Sascha Steinbeck (Colley)
Yarralumla,Australia
Summary
Innovative School Leader with extensive experience in educational administration. Expertise in strategic planning, staff development, and curriculum design. Achievements include successful implementation of school improvement initiatives and creation of positive learning environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
School Leader C, (K-2)
Kingsford Smith School
12.2024 - Current
Leading the implementation of the Strong Foundations, introducing Essential Maths Program (EMP) K-2, Science of Reading/Learning, UFLI.
- Led curriculum development to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Implemented school-wide initiatives promoting inclusivity and student well-being.
- Facilitated communication between staff, parents, and community stakeholders for transparency.
- Supervised budget management to ensure effective allocation of resources across programs.
- Evaluated academic programs and services to identify areas for enhancement and growth.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and lesson planning.
Classroom Teacher
St Johns Primary School
01.2024 - 12.2024
Head of Department - Curriculum, Prep Line Manager
Sunshine Beach State School
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Temporary Contract January 2023 – December 2023
Head of Department - Curriculum, PBL Coach
Bundaberg East State School
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Temporary Contract 30 May 2022 – December 2022
Deputy Principal (Acting)
Neville Bonner Primary School
Bonner, ACT
12.2019 - 05.2022
- Higher Duties, December 2019 – May 2022
School Leader C - K-2
Neville Bonner Primary School
Bonner, ACT
04.2019 - 12.2019
- School Leader, Inclusion Support and Year 2 Teacher
Classroom Teacher Kindergarten
Narrabundah Early Childhood School, ACT
01.2019 - 04.2019
Classroom Teacher - Kindergarten (Prep) and Year One Team Leader
Ainslie Primary School, ACT
01.2014 - 12.2018
- Awarded ‘ACT Early Childhood Educator of the year 2016’, Finalist ACT Public Service Award – Innovation.
- First State Super Teacher Scholarship Winner 2018 – Finland Early Childhood Study Tour
Assistant Secretary, Industrial Officer, Research Officer, School’s Organiser
Australian Education Union Office (ACT)
02.2012 - 01.2014
Classroom Teacher Kindergarten
Campbell Primary School, ACT
01.2011 - 01.2012
School Leader C
Early Childhood Education Office, ACT Education Directorate
08.2010 - 12.2010
Classroom Teacher - Hospitality
Black Mountain School
01.2008 - 08.2010
Classroom teacher year 2 and 3
Lyneham Primary School
01.2005 - 12.2007
Education
Master of Education - Capital Region - Educational Leadership
University of Canberra
01.2022
Graduate Certificate - Early Childhood Education
University of Canberra
01.2010
Masters of Inclusive Education - Autism
University of Canberra
01.2007
Bachelor of Education - Primary (P-10)
University of Southern Queensland
01.2004
Skills
- Strong communication skills, emotional intelligence, highly qualified life-long learner, organized, proactive, self-motivated, positive, passionate educator, data and outcome-driven, team-oriented, sense of humor, fun, and personable
Websites
- https://www.smh.com.au/business/workplace/child-s-play-the-finnish-way-20180628-p4zo6o.html?msclkid=dfeb89dbc03211ecbc53f8e2de4501f4
- https://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-05-09/loose-parts-play-recycling-junk-into-creative-playgrounds/8506212?utm_campaign=abc_news_web&utm_content=link&utm_medium=content_shared&utm_source=abc_news_web
- https://aeuvic.asn.au
Awards
2018 Public Education Foundation, First State Super Teacher Award Winner, Scholarship (Finland Early Childhood Education Study Tour), Article published Sascha Colley, https://www.smh.com.au/business/workplace/child-s-play-the-finnish-way-20180628-p4zo6o.html?msclkid=efdeb89dbc03211ecbc53f8e2de4501f4, Finalist, 2017 ACT Public Service Awards for Excellence in the Category of Innovation,, Article published Sascha Colley, https://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-05-09/loose-parts-play-recycling-junk-into-creative-playgrounds/8506212?utm_campaign=abc_news_web&utm_content=link&utm_medium=content_shared&utm_source=abc_news_web, ACT Public Education Awards, Early Childhood Teacher of the Year 2016
Affiliations
- Musical theatre: Grease, All Shook Up
- Act Touch Football representative, National Touch League - Super League, Premier League
- Yoga, Pilates
Timeline
School Leader C, (K-2)
Kingsford Smith School
12.2024 - Current
Classroom Teacher
St Johns Primary School
01.2024 - 12.2024
Head of Department - Curriculum, Prep Line Manager
Sunshine Beach State School
01.2023 - 12.2023
Head of Department - Curriculum, PBL Coach
Bundaberg East State School
05.2022 - 12.2022
Deputy Principal (Acting)
Neville Bonner Primary School
12.2019 - 05.2022
School Leader C - K-2
Neville Bonner Primary School
04.2019 - 12.2019
Classroom Teacher Kindergarten
Narrabundah Early Childhood School, ACT
01.2019 - 04.2019
Classroom Teacher - Kindergarten (Prep) and Year One Team Leader
Ainslie Primary School, ACT
01.2014 - 12.2018
Assistant Secretary, Industrial Officer, Research Officer, School’s Organiser
Australian Education Union Office (ACT)
02.2012 - 01.2014
Classroom Teacher Kindergarten
Campbell Primary School, ACT
01.2011 - 01.2012
School Leader C
Early Childhood Education Office, ACT Education Directorate
08.2010 - 12.2010
Classroom Teacher - Hospitality
Black Mountain School
01.2008 - 08.2010
Classroom teacher year 2 and 3
Lyneham Primary School
01.2005 - 12.2007
Master of Education - Capital Region - Educational Leadership
University of Canberra
Graduate Certificate - Early Childhood Education
University of Canberra
Masters of Inclusive Education - Autism
University of Canberra
Bachelor of Education - Primary (P-10)
University of Southern Queensland
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