Sonia O'Dea
Palmyra ,WA
Summary
A passionate primary school educator for 10 years in a classroom settings. Dedicated to student well-being to promote student learning and enhancing individual potential. Challenge students in creative ways to allow them to reach their potential. Highly adept at developing lesson plans, creating custom class materials, assigning level appropriate classwork and producing and grading assessments. A highly effective communicator with colleagues, parents and students. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behaviour through positive approaches. Seeking a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilising outstanding interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Primary School Teacher
Department Of Education Western Australia
01.2017 - Current
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Maintained positive and professional classroom environment throughout school year.
- Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning.
- Developed positive rapport with students of various and diverse backgrounds.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Fostered positive and pleasant classroom culture while maintaining learning development goals.
- Reinforced positive behaviour by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
- Assessed and improved lesson plans through implementation and experimentation.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Delivered audio-visual presentations on various platforms to cater to different learning styles.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Scheduled and directed field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
- Offered supplemental and individualized instruction for at-risk and struggling students.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Established and enforced rules of behaviour to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Education
Edith Cowan University
Perth, WA07.2013
Skills
- Curriculum Compliance with SCSA
- Student Counselling
- Classroom Management
- Student Assessment
- Positive Reinforcement
- Curriculum Development
- Progress Reporting
- Parental Communication
- Teacher Collaboration
- Technology Integration
- Lesson Planning
References
PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
Ms Erica Sharp-Nippierd
Winterfold Primary School
Mobile: 0429 632 139
Email: erica.sharp-nippierd@education.wa.edu.au
Ms Lea Hill
Deputy Principal
Winterfold Primary School
Mobile: 0432 519 232
Email: leanne.hill1@education.wa.edu.au
Mrs Sue Swan (retired)
Maths specialist teacher
Mobile: 0403 325 115
Timeline
Primary School Teacher
Department Of Education Western Australia
01.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Education - Education
Edith Cowan University
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