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Sheridan Valenta

Sheridan Valenta

Leeton

Summary

Passionate and adaptable English teacher with a background in both education and the hairdressing industry. My six years in hairdressing gave me exceptional customer service and communication skills, which I now apply to building strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues. Having completed my Bachelor of Education (K–12) at CSU Wagga Wagga, with a major in English, I am qualified to teach across all subject areas to Year 10 and specialise in English through to Year 12.

I bring proven experience in fostering student engagement and academic success, implementing innovative teaching strategies, and contributing to curriculum development. With strong classroom management skills and a commitment to differentiated learning, I create inclusive environments where every student can thrive.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Secondary School Teacher

Yanco Agricultural High School
2023 - Current
  • Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering mutual respect among students.
  • Delivered engaging English programs across Years 7–12, with a focus on literacy development, critical thinking, and creative expression.
  • Worked individually with students with a range of diverse learning needs, differentiating lessons to ensure accessibility and challenge for all learners.
  • Actively contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving student success rates and building a sense of community among staff and students.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, encouraging family involvement in students’ education.
  • Organised and supported extracurricular activities, including sporting and excursions, to enrich students’ learning experiences beyond the classroom.

Teacher's Aide

St Francis De Sales Regional College
2021 - 2023
  • Worked individually with students with a range of diverse learning needs, providing support to help them achieve academic growth.
  • Assisted teachers with administrative tasks such as photocopying resources and marking, ensuring efficiency while maintaining high-quality feedback.
  • Established a positive classroom environment by fostering strong relationships with students and promoting respect and open communication.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids, scaffolding strategies, and interactive activities into lessons.

Senior stylist and colourist

Hair Traffic
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Senior stylist and colourist at this salon using the title of ‘Wella Master Colourist’. Working hard to build up a clientele and working in a harmonious space with other passionate individuals. Working independently to manage my own time and clients and often working alone in the salon.

Bartender and bar manager

Hotel Leeton
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • I worked as a bartender and bar manager on occasion at Hotel Leeton as my second job for a year and a half. This involved speaking to patrons, serving drinks and meals, managing other staff members, and counting tills.

Senior stylist

Hairallure
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Senior stylist at this salon using the title of ‘Wella Master Colourist’ - Expert to deliver high quality foiling, balayage and all things colour to ensure exceptional customer service was delivered. Continued to be an educator for foiling workshops and cut, coloured, and styled hair of women. Assisted and explained hair products needed to attain required look. Worked alongside passionate individuals in a team environment to create a harmonious workplace.

Senior colourist and stylist

Que Colour Darlinghurst
01.2014 - 01.2018
  • Worked to achieve the status of Senior colourist and stylist at Que Colour. I was able to service high-profile clients with intricate colouring and highlighting techniques. I worked closely alongside a strong team to assess clients’ needs and gave educated advice about hair style and colour for each individual need. Used various hair cutting tools and thoroughly implemented the sanitation process of an entire salon. Consistently increased annual revenue month to month.

Receptionist

RapidClean Griffith
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Responsible for overseeing the receptionist area, including, greeting customers and responding to telephone and in-person requests for information. Worked in an administration role and sales role dedicated to providing solutions for all cleaning needs from domestic to commercial, hospitality to industrial, as well as service, retail, school and day care environments. Offered advice to customers and worked as a team to deliver the best results for each situation.

Education

Bachelor of K-12 Education -

Charles Sturt University
05-2025

Certificate III Hairdressing - undefined

Ultimo TAFE
01.2017

Certificate III Business Administration - undefined

Leeton TAFE
01.2014

Higher School Certificate - undefined

Leeton High School
01.2013

Skills

  • Peer collaboration
  • Collaborative teaching
  • Student motivation
  • Verbal and written communication

Certification

  • Working with Children’s Check (2020)
  • Wella Master Colourist – Achieved Wella Master Colour Expert (2017)

Timeline

Senior stylist and colourist

Hair Traffic
01.2019 - 01.2020

Bartender and bar manager

Hotel Leeton
01.2019 - 01.2020

Senior stylist

Hairallure
01.2018 - 01.2019

Senior colourist and stylist

Que Colour Darlinghurst
01.2014 - 01.2018

Receptionist

RapidClean Griffith
01.2013 - 01.2014

Certificate III Hairdressing - undefined

Ultimo TAFE

Certificate III Business Administration - undefined

Leeton TAFE

Higher School Certificate - undefined

Leeton High School

Secondary School Teacher

Yanco Agricultural High School
2023 - Current

Teacher's Aide

St Francis De Sales Regional College
2021 - 2023

Bachelor of K-12 Education -

Charles Sturt University

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