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Serenity Pisulak

Woods Point,South Australia

Summary

Education is my passion. I find it to be invaluable to build strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. I am committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that promotes success for all students through genuine care, effective communication and tailored instructional strategies.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher (Special Education and Mainstream Classes)

Tyndale Christian School
Murray Bridge, SA
09.2022 - Current
  • Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
  • Facilitated collaborative learning environments promoting student participation and critical thinking.
  • Implemented assessment strategies to evaluate student progress and adapt instruction accordingly.
  • Mentored new teachers, fostering professional growth and adherence to curriculum standards.
  • Engaged with diverse educators and support personnel to foster an environment conducive to student growth and academic success.
  • Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
  • Collaborated with parents and staff to address student needs, ensuring holistic development.

JP Team Teacher

DECS
Sheidow Park SA
01.2016 - 04.2020
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design curriculum aligned with educational standards and best practices.
  • Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on instructional techniques and classroom management strategies.
  • Analyzed student performance data to identify trends and inform teaching strategies for continuous improvement.
  • Worked in a team with grade 1-3 students.
  • Also supported Indigenous students in a short term role as a support teacher for the Indigenous students from Reception to grade 7.
  • Established positive relationships with students, fostering a supportive classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators to foster a supportive educational community.

Grade 2 Support Teacher

DECS
Woodend Primary School
04.2015 - 12.2015
  • Developed and implemented individualized lesson plans to enhance student engagement and understanding.
  • Collaborated with teachers to assess student progress and adapt instructional strategies accordingly.
  • Provided classroom management support, ensuring a positive learning environment for all students.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioural, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
  • Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.

German Teacher

DECS
Craugburn, SA
01.2003 - 12.2011
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligning with curriculum standards and student needs.
  • Facilitated interactive classroom activities promoting language acquisition and cultural understanding.
  • Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations, providing targeted feedback.
  • Implemented innovative teaching strategies enhancing student engagement and participation in lessons.
  • Mentored junior teachers, sharing best practices for effective language instruction techniques.

German Teacher R-2

DECS
Happy Valley, SA
07.2002 - 12.2002
  • Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of German language and culture.
  • Utilized interactive teaching methods to promote active participation and improve language retention.
  • Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and tailored feedback sessions.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design curriculum that aligns with educational standards and goals.

Education

Education

UNISA
Magill, SA
11-2001

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Collaborating with colleagues and community
  • Student engagement
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Growth mindset
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Student-centered learning
  • Special needs students

Interests

We love dogs and our fur family has grown from 1 to over 10 over the past few years as we breed Golden Retrievers and Jack Russells

I love gardening and growing food for our family My dream is to have a food forest!

I love reading when I find a good book, although as a mum of 6 I haven't had as much time as I would like for this in recent years

Timeline

Teacher (Special Education and Mainstream Classes)

Tyndale Christian School
09.2022 - Current

JP Team Teacher

DECS
01.2016 - 04.2020

Grade 2 Support Teacher

DECS
04.2015 - 12.2015

German Teacher

DECS
01.2003 - 12.2011

German Teacher R-2

DECS
07.2002 - 12.2002

Education

UNISA

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