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Stephen Chamberlain

Unanderra,Australia

Summary

Passionate educator with a strong belief in the transformative power of teaching, in particular, within the Humanities. Skilled in working with students facing behavioural challenges, emphasizing empathy in their learning experience. Experienced in developing and implementing tailored learning approaches that benefit individuals and the community. Decades of expertise in curriculum development and explicit teaching. Proven track record of effective team leadership in achieving educational goals.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior History Teacher

The Illawarra Grammar School
09.2001 - Current
  • Taught and developed curricula for secondary stage 4,5 and 6 History including NSW HSC Modern History and Extension level courses achieving outstanding results since 2007
  • Designed enrichment and site study experiences for stage 4, 5 and 6 History courses
  • Implemented and taught IB MYP Individuals and Society History and IB Diploma Programs 2017-20
  • Leadership in curriculum implementation and Pastoral Care
  • Acting Head Teacher English 2004/5
  • Acting Head Teacher Pastoral Care (2009 Short-term)
  • Dean of Year 2002-2005, 2006-2010
  • Touch football coordinator, AICES Touch football coach
  • Supervised a number pre-service teachers and mentored early-service teachers

Teacher

Picton High School
01.1995 - 09.2001
  • Taught all levels of English 7-12 including the implementation and teaching of new stage 6 HSC extension English course
  • Preliminary HSC Society and Culture Teacher
  • Assistant Year 7 Advisor
  • Year 12 Advisor (1999)
  • Student Representative Council coordinator
  • Completed 'Teaching Aboriginal Studies' course run by Macquarie University
  • Supervised pre-service teachers
  • Extra Curricula Involvement: University Shield First Grade Rugby League coach - Area Finalists, Touch Football senior boys and girls coach - Area winners
  • Commonwealth Bank Debating coach

English and History Teacher

Broughton Anglican College
01.1990 - 01.1995
  • Taught Stage 4 and 5 History and Stage 4, 5 and 6 English courses
  • Coordinated the implementation of Outcomes-based curriculum
  • Coached the senior debating team to the quarter-final in the Commonwealth Bank Statewide competition
  • Supervised pre-service teachers
  • Coached inaugural Rugby League team, touch football and cricket teams

Education

Diploma in Education - History/English Teaching Methods

Wollongong University
01.1990

Bachelor of Arts - History and English Literature with Politics

Wollongong University
01.1989

Skills

  • Expertise in the explicit teaching of History
  • Curriculum development and implementation
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Classroom management
  • Excellent communication
  • Teamwork and Leadership
  • Teacher Mentor
  • Critical Thinking
  • Teacher Mentoring
  • Behavioural Management
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Adaptability
  • Literacy strategies

References

  • Mr Andrew Rout, Colleague, The Illawarra Grammar School, 42200260, arout@tigs.nsw.edu.au
  • Mr Daniel Nichols, Former Head Teacher at The Illawarra Grammar School and currently Head Of School, Whitman Academy, Jordan, 962775366610, dnichols@whitmanacademy.edu.jo
  • Mr Todd Southcombe, Current Head Of Department, The Illawarra Grammar School, 42200260, tsouthcombe@tigs.nsw.edu.au

Position

Generalist Teacher

Timeline

Senior History Teacher

The Illawarra Grammar School
09.2001 - Current

Teacher

Picton High School
01.1995 - 09.2001

English and History Teacher

Broughton Anglican College
01.1990 - 01.1995

Bachelor of Arts - History and English Literature with Politics

Wollongong University

Diploma in Education - History/English Teaching Methods

Wollongong University

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