Simon Thomas
Redland Bay
Summary
Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
San Sisto College
01.2022 - Current
- Teacher of 7-10 digital technologies, 7-8 Mathematics, 7-8 Science
- IT Committee Member
- Musical Production Crew
- Technical Manager/operator for Assemblies, ceremonies
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Secondary Teacher
Carmel College
01.2011 - 01.2022
- Teacher of ICT, Digital Media, Junior Business, Junior Maths and Religion
- Continuously assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations, adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices and new instructional techniques.
- Created an inclusive classroom environment where all students felt valued and respected, encouraging participation from everyone.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on cross-curricular initiatives for holistic education.
Acting Digital Learning Program Leader
Carmel College
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Guidance and leadership for the marketing prefect
- Developed and coordinated staff digital literacy professional development
- Actively and extensively supported the staff one on one with regards to digital device processes, use of software and digital literacy
- Encompassed a high level of interpersonal and communication skills and modelled a proactive, transparent and supportive environment for staff and students alike while coordinating and facilitating school staff digital literacy
- Communicated to staff digital literacy policy, procedures and professional development from BCE
- Created digital media presentations for school events including musicals, junior plays, assemblies and awards ceremonies
- Promoted a positive work environment by cultivating open communication channels within the team and addressing concerns promptly.
- .Effectively managed time-sensitive projects delivering results within deadlines without compromising quality standards.
- .Cultivated a culture of continuous improvement empowering team members to share ideas and suggestions for program optimization.
Digital Devices Program Leader
Carmel College
01.2013 - 12.2017
- Guidance and leadership for the Digital Presentations prefect
- Developed and coordinated student laptop training and rollout on a school wide scale
- Liaised with IT services and CLT in scheduling and reviewing digital device policies and procedures
- Actively and extensively supported the deputy principal with regards to digital device processes, timetables and training for staff and students
- Encompassed a high level of interpersonal and communication skills and modelled a proactive, transparent and supportive environment for staff and students alike while coordinating and facilitating school digital literacy
- Acted as Liaison to parents and staff with regards to digital device issues
- Created digital media presentations for school events including musicals, junior plays, assemblies and awards ceremonies
- Organised and oversaw the digital presentations short film competition
- Managed program budgets responsibly, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for maximum impact.
- Spearheaded adoption of new technologies that modernized operations, setting benchmark in operational excellence.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new software tools, significantly improving team's technical capabilities.
Acting Multimedia Curriculum Leader
Carmel College
04.2011 - 12.2011
- Created a nurturing and structured learning environment which is pastoral, supportive, and cooperative and aligned with relevant school policies, documents and practices
- Collaboratively developed and implemented quality programs and appropriate pedagogy; evaluated their effectiveness; assessed and reported student progress to parents and the college community
- Implemented effective, adaptive, inclusive and equitable practices of behaviour management, proactively and collaboratively engaging in professional relationships with students, staff and parents
- Worked collaboratively with the College Leadership Team and other staff members in contributing to curriculum matters
- Created digital media presentations for school events including musicals, junior plays, assemblies and awards ceremonies
Education
Graduate Diploma Secondary Education - Graduate Certificate in Religious Education
Australian Catholic University
01.2010
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Information Systems - Major in Marketing
Australian Catholic University
01.2008
Skills
- Excels in motivating students
- Collaborative learning
- Group and individual instruction to suit student needs
- Innovative lesson planning
References
- Krystyna Baldwin, Assistant Principal Religious Education, Carmel College, (07) 3488 7704
- Linda Carroll, Head of Maths and Digital technologies, San Sisto College, 0408009292
- Theresa Geiger, Head of Maths, Carmel College
- James Taylor, Acting Principal, San Sisto College
Timeline
Teacher
San Sisto College
01.2022 - Current
Acting Digital Learning Program Leader
Carmel College
01.2019 - 12.2019
Digital Devices Program Leader
Carmel College
01.2013 - 12.2017
Acting Multimedia Curriculum Leader
Carmel College
04.2011 - 12.2011
Secondary Teacher
Carmel College
01.2011 - 01.2022
Graduate Diploma Secondary Education - Graduate Certificate in Religious Education
Australian Catholic University
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Information Systems - Major in Marketing
Australian Catholic University
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