Soyraya Cook
Westcourt,QLD
Summary
Proactive Youth Worker and Teacher with extensive experience fostering supportive environments and enhancing student engagement through individualized support and interactive teaching methods. Skilled in positive reinforcement, youth supervision, and social skill development. Bringing a strong commitment to improving educational outcomes and promoting personal growth among youth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Worker
Our Future Mentor
2023.12 - Current
- Established trusting relationships with young people through empathetic listening and genuine interest in their lives outside of program hours.
- Promoted a safe, inclusive environment by establishing clear expectations and reinforcing positive behaviours among participants.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
- Provided individualized support for at-risk youth, resulting in increased self-esteem and positive behaviour changes.
- Promoted positive peer interactions by facilitating group activities and modelling respectful communication techniques.
- Managed and led activities promoting growth in mental, emotional, and educational areas.
- Organized and facilitated recreational activities to engage youth in positive, team-building experiences.
Teacher
Cairns West State School
2018.10 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- 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.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behaviour to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behaviour to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
James Cook University
Cairns, QLD06.2018
Skills
- Mentoring abilities
- Youth supervision
- Positive Reinforcement
- Social skill development
Reference
Robyne Thompson
Teacher - Cairns West State School
Colleague
Work Number: (07) 40 379 777
Nazareth Pau
Financial Officer - Wuchopperen
Cousin
Mob: 0407 391 805
Certification
Pearl Duncan Teaching Scholarship, 2018
Royal Life Saving, Queensland
CPR, 2024
First Aid
2023
Timeline
Youth Worker
Our Future Mentor
2023.12 - Current
Teacher
Cairns West State School
2018.10 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Education
James Cook University
Pearl Duncan Teaching Scholarship, 2018
Royal Life Saving, Queensland
CPR, 2024
First Aid
2023
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