Sharron Flynn
Thornlie,WA
Summary
Passionate HASS and Modern History 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. Collaborative team member and facilitator.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vice President Modern History
HTAWA (History Teachers Association Of WA)
01.2016 - Current
- Supported teachers of Modern History throughout WA.
- Collaborated with committee members to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals for HTAWA.
- Presented at Professional Learning seminars and workshops.
- Presented student revision seminars for ATAR Modern History units.
- Organised numerous exhibitors at state and national conferences.
- Represented HTAWA at education, school, and government events.
HASS TEACHER
LEEMING SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
01.2015 - Current
- Achieved excellent WACE results in ATAR Modern History courses (above state and like school averages) 2019-2023.
- Increased student numbers in ATAR Modern History courses.
- 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.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behaviour to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students'' learning experiences outside the traditional classroom setting.
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
YEAR COORDINATOR
LEEMING SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
01.2016 - 12.2020
- Successfully transitioned whole year cohort through years 7 to 12.
- Improved attendance records, reducing numbers of unexplained absences.
- Facilitated weekly year group assemblies.
- Presented at parent information sessions.
- Built positive relationships with the cohort.
- Improved parent and student engagement with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative environment that supported students.
- Increased efficiency by streamlining coordination processes and implementing new organizational systems.
- Organized school events that boosted student morale and cultivated team spirit.
- Resolved conflicts swiftly among students and parents through effective mediation techniques, fostering an amicable environment conducive to collaboration.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents using school and department systems.
Education
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION - SECONDARY - High School Teaching
Murdoch University
Perth, WA01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - History
MURDOCH UNIVERSITY
Perth, WA01.2014
Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Public Speaking
- Organizational Skills
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Relationship Building
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Recordkeeping
References
- Ms Jessica de Beer, HASS HOLA, Leeming Senior High School. Phone 0438950539
- Mr Vance Bryan, Student Services Manager, Leeming Senior High School. Phone 0466268100
- Ms Cathy Baron, HTAWA (History Teachers Association of WA) President. Phone 0417995917
Certification
Working with Children: 1313928
TRBWA: 33090860
Education Department of WA: E4045283
Timeline
Vice President Modern History
HTAWA (History Teachers Association Of WA)
01.2016 - Current
YEAR COORDINATOR
LEEMING SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
01.2016 - 12.2020
HASS TEACHER
LEEMING SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
01.2015 - Current
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION - SECONDARY - High School Teaching
Murdoch University
Bachelor of Arts - History
MURDOCH UNIVERSITY
Working with Children: 1313928
TRBWA: 33090860
Education Department of WA: E4045283
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