Sharon Holder
Morley,WA
Summary
Since graduating from ECU in 2008 I have experience as a teacher in both primary and high schools. I left teaching in primary schools because I was approached to start new programs working with troubled youth. I am currently working as a teacher at Indie School Midland. In 2022 I started with teaching year 10, following them to year 11 and now teaching year 12 (Foundation) WACE. Prior to this I worked with youth at risk (15-18 year olds) at The Bridge@The Hub, Centacare Armadale for the past two and a half years. Prior to that for a year with MaxSolutions, again working with youth at risk in conjunction with the PCYC Stepping Stones program in Midland. My last primary school position was with students who predominantly come from non-English speaking backgrounds, it was a rewarding challenge to see them grow and develop. As I have experience in working flexible and with a variety of people of devise ages, cultures and special needs. I use these skills and my educational background to benefit this position. Before returning to university I worked for over 15 years in the medical industry in varying roles such as receptionist, secretary and officer assistant. Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Indie School Midland
2022.01 - Current
- Started with teaching year 10, followed them to year 11, and currently teaching year 12 (Foundation) WACE
- Also involved in Keys4Life drivers education
- Implemented strategies to engage students with poor attendance records.
Digital Literacy Teacher
Centacare
2021.01 - 2022.01
- Worked with adults who needed to improve their computer skills
- Taught Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and online safety.
Teacher/Trainer
The Bridge@The Hub
2019.09 - 2022.01
- Worked with youth at risk who no longer attend regular school
- Focused on literacy and numeracy skills
- Aimed to help students complete a CGEA qualification and transition to further education or work.
State Manager
1300Hometutor
2018.12 - 2020.03
- Represented the tutoring company in Western Australia
- Assessed students' literacy and numeracy levels and provided tutoring services.
Teacher
Centacare Gosnells
2019.04 - 2019.09
- Ran a digital literacy short course for adults with little to no experience with technology
- Helped them gain skills for the modern world.
Teacher
Police Citizens & Youth Centre (PCYC)
2017.10 - 2018.12
- Worked with youth at risk who had disengaged from mainstream school
- Helped students gain vocational skills and transition to further education or work.
Teacher
Centacare Gosnells
2017.02 - 2017.10
- Worked with adults seeking to improve their literacy and numeracy skills
- Also worked with youth at risk who no longer attend regular school.
Teacher
Australian Islamic College Kewdale Primary
2014.01 - 2016.01
- Taught primary school students in a low socio-economic area
- Many students were from non-English speaking backgrounds or refugee camps
- Provided after-school tutoring and prepared students for NAPLAN.
Teacher
Goodstart Early Childhood Centre
2012.01 - 2014.01
- Coordinated and planned play-based learning activities for children aged 2.5-6, preparing some students for school.
Teacher
St Brigids Catholic Primary School
2008.01 - 2012.01
- Taught primary school students in a low socio-economic area
- Coached netball, coordinated environmental programs, and provided after-school tutoring.
Teacher - Long Service Relief
Aranmore Catholic Primary School
2008.04 - 2008.10
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Teacher
Servite College
2004.01 - 2008.01
- Worked with high school students with special needs, helping them develop independence and obtain jobs after leaving school.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Education
Edith Cowan University
Joondalup, WA01.2008
Skills
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, developed through past work experience, university and teaching.
- Ability to deliver motivating and engaging lessons in all academic learning areas.
- Facilitate and engage students with poor/low achievement standards. (special needs)
- Work with students from an Indigenous background
- Excellent time management skills, enabling efficient prioritization of workload
- Effective computer skills, including Microsoft Work, Excel, Power Point, Email
- Committed team member with the ability to work with people from different ages, backgrounds, and students with special needs.
- Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills demonstrated through my work as a teacher.
- Demonstrated ability to show initiative whilst working independently and productively as a team member.
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Student Engagement
- Parent-Teacher Communication
Certification
Certificate IV in Training and Assessing
Workingwithchildrencheck
759943, 04/2026
Registration
Teachers Registration Board of WA, 33066239
Firstaid
SJOG, 05/2024
References
- Amy Jaggard, Head of School, Indie School Midland, amy.jaggard@indie.edu.au, 0417412907
- Rhiannon Edwards, Assistant Head of School, Indie School Midland, rhiannon.edwards@indie.edu.au
- James Embley, Head of School, Indie School Mirrabooka, james.embley@indie.edu.au, 0458466175
- Mat McGregor, Senior Teacher, Indie School Midland, mat.mcgregor@indie.edu.au, 0447638071
- Meena Allan, Senior Teacher, meena.allan@indie.edu.au, 0473963370
Timeline
Teacher
Indie School Midland
2022.01 - Current
Digital Literacy Teacher
Centacare
2021.01 - 2022.01
Teacher/Trainer
The Bridge@The Hub
2019.09 - 2022.01
Teacher
Centacare Gosnells
2019.04 - 2019.09
State Manager
1300Hometutor
2018.12 - 2020.03
Teacher
Police Citizens & Youth Centre (PCYC)
2017.10 - 2018.12
Teacher
Centacare Gosnells
2017.02 - 2017.10
Teacher
Australian Islamic College Kewdale Primary
2014.01 - 2016.01
Teacher
Goodstart Early Childhood Centre
2012.01 - 2014.01
Teacher - Long Service Relief
Aranmore Catholic Primary School
2008.04 - 2008.10
Teacher
St Brigids Catholic Primary School
2008.01 - 2012.01
Teacher
Servite College
2004.01 - 2008.01
Bachelor of Education - Education
Edith Cowan University
Certificate IV in Training and Assessing
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