Steffanie Smith
Rutherford,NSW
Summary
Compassionate and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and student wellbeing. Adept at fostering student success, my tenure at NSW Department of Education showcases a blend of exceptional classroom management and interpersonal skills. Leveraging technology integration and a results-driven approach, I enhanced learning outcomes and served diverse communities effectively. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
NSW Department Of Education
01.2014 - Current
- 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.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Teacher
NSW Department Of Education
04.2007 - 01.2014
- 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.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior 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 traditional classroom settings.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Teacher
NSW Department Of Education
04.2002 - 04.2007
- 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.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
Teacher
NSW Department Of Education
01.2002 - 04.2002
- 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.
Teacher
NSW Department Of Education
04.2000 - 01.2002
- 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.
Science/Technology Assistant/Teachers Aide
Hunter Valley Grammar School
12.1994 - 04.2000
- Assisted teachers with supervision and care of group of [Number] children.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Developed materials for classroom teachers to support instruction, lab work or in-class activities.
Laboratory Technician
NSW TAFE
10.1993 - 12.1994
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
- Operated basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter, colorimeter, spectrophotometer, autoclave and evaporator.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by consistently following established safety procedures and guidelines within the lab setting.
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
- Trained new associates in laboratory procedures and standards.
- Supported regulatory compliance efforts through adherence to guidelines and thorough record-keeping practices.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
Education
Graduate Diploma of Education - Science/Mathematics
University of New England
Armidale, NSW12.1997
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Newcastle
Newcastle, NSW07.1993
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Community involvement
- Student Records Management
- Problem-Solving
- Team Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Interpersonal and Social Skills
- Student Support
- Documentation And Reporting
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Technology Integration
- Learning Assessments
- Faculty Collaboration
- Serving Diverse Communities
Additional Information
Interests include * Volunteering weekly in The Salvation Army Kids in the Kitchen program.
*Voluntarily assisting in providing a meal to the local community on a Friday night.
* Volunteer for The Salvation Army Emergency Services.
Timeline
Teacher
NSW Department Of Education
01.2014 - Current
Teacher
NSW Department Of Education
04.2007 - 01.2014
Teacher
NSW Department Of Education
04.2002 - 04.2007
Teacher
NSW Department Of Education
01.2002 - 04.2002
Teacher
NSW Department Of Education
04.2000 - 01.2002
Science/Technology Assistant/Teachers Aide
Hunter Valley Grammar School
12.1994 - 04.2000
Laboratory Technician
NSW TAFE
10.1993 - 12.1994
Graduate Diploma of Education - Science/Mathematics
University of New England
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Newcastle
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