Sue White
Ormiston
Summary
Committed educator with Head of Department aspirations. Focused on understanding individual student needs and achieving optimal outcomes. Skilled in evidence-based research implementation, data-driven instruction, and curriculum design. Passionate about delivering quality education to address social inequities and promote balanced opportunities for all students.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Skills
- Applying evidence-based research to design and implement quality learning experiences that align with best practices and cognitive science principles
- Leading staff in implementation of evidence-based reading programs rooted in cognitive science research, fostering literacy development and improving student outcomes
- Actively engaging in ongoing professional development to stay updated with latest research and best practices in education, continually refining teaching methods and strategies
- Utilising data from diagnostic assessments to analyse student performance, identify areas of improvement, and inform targeted instruction and intervention strategies
- Demonstrating thorough understanding of curriculum to design engaging and effective units of work and assessment tasks that align with learning objectives and standards
- Collaborating with nationwide network of teachers to develop and create free evidence-based teaching materials, fostering collective effort to improve educational practices and support teachers across country
- Building relationships with colleagues, school community, and wider education network, establishing rapport, and fostering effective collaboration and teamwork
Work history
Exp. Senior Teacher Level 2, High-Capacity Program
Capalaba State College
01.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with High Capacity teaching team, and other stakeholders, to support students' academic and social-emotional needs from Grades 2-10
- Applied extensive knowledge of Australian Curriculum and QCAA to design engaging units, lessons, and assessments for Grades 2-6
- Boosted student success by maximising individual learning, balancing group and individual instruction models to accommodate different academic levels
- Effectively catered to diverse learning needs of twice-exceptional learners, including those with ASD and ADD
- Implemented differentiated instruction to ensure students achieved both within and beyond their grade-level learning goals
- Utilised diagnostic data analysis to drive targeted and effective teaching strategies
Exp. Senior Teacher (0.6 –1.0), Year Level Coord.
Wynnum West State School
01.2013 - 12.2022
- Led staff to begin implementation of evidence-based science of reading practices; demonstrating significant improvements in student literacy outcomes in my own classroom
- Led successful year level teams, fostering collaboration, excellence, and student success
- Collaborated with 0.4/0.2 classroom teaching partners to effectively address students' academic and social-emotional needs
- Successfully catered to diverse needs of learners in Grades 1-5, including multi-age classrooms and students with disabilities such as ASD, ADD, EAL/D, and ID
- Provided differentiated instruction to students on Individual Curriculum Plans (ICPs) to ensure they achieved their learning goals
- Utilised Bump It Up Walls to create visible learning progress and enhance student understanding of writing goals
- Analysed diagnostic data to inform targeted teaching strategies and facilitate student progress
- Mentored and supervised pre-service teachers and teacher aides, fostering their professional growth and development
- Engaged in collaborative consultation with colleagues, auxiliary and support staff, SEP teaching team, Guidance Officer, Principal, Deputy Principal, Head of Student Services, Head of Curriculum, and parents to continually improve teaching practices and enhance student learning outcomes
Senior Teacher, Year Level Coordinator
Kedron State School
01.2008 - 12.2012
- Provided high-quality learning and teaching experiences to students in Grades 2-3, including multi-age classrooms
- Mentored pre-service and beginning teachers
- Delivered professional development presentations to staff, focusing on effective literacy strategies and enhancing teaching practices
- Successfully coordinated Arts Committee and Social Club, fostering creativity, expression, and sense of community among students and staff
- Led successful year level teams to support effective curriculum implementation, and forge strong partnerships with stakeholders to maximize student achievement
Teacher, Year Level Coordinator
Currumbin State School
01.2003 - 12.2007
- Worked collaboratively with colleagues to effectively deliver curriculum and implement quality assessments for students in Grades 2-7
- Planned and organised classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience
- Facilitated 9-day fortnight/independent study Grade 7 class, creating innovative learning environment that fostered independent thinking, self-directed learning, and student engagement
Beginning Teacher
Collinsville State School
01.2000 - 12.2002
- Beginning Teacher, honing skills to deliver curriculum through engaging learning experiences for students in Grades 3-7, ensuring their academic growth and development
- Coordinator for Student Council, Camp, and Social Club, fostering student leadership, organising memorable camp experiences, and creating opportunities for social engagement and community building within school
Contract and Relief Teacher
Education Victoria and Education Queensland
01.1998 - 12.1999
- Provided relief teaching and took on contract positions in various schools in and around Ballarat, Victoria, and Airlie Beach, Queensland
Education
BA/B Teach -
University of Ballarat
Victoria /1994 - /1997
Affiliations
- Think Forward Educators: Read 2 Learn Project: Content Creator
- PhOrMES (The Free Primary Reading, Spelling and Vocabulary Curriculum): Content Creator
Referees
- Trent Perry (Current Line Manager): | Deputy Principal, Junior Campus | Capalaba State College | e: tperr11@eq.edu.au | p: 3823 9111
- Ben Turner: Principal | Wynnum West State School | e: the.principal@wynnwestss.eq.edu.au | p: 3893 6888
- Kobee Little: Head of Department (Curriculum) | Wynnum West State School | e: kobli1@eq.edu.au | p: 3893 6888
Recent Professional Learning
2023
- Restorative Practices
- Mandatory EQ Training
- ACARA Professional Learning Hub courses: Cross-curriculum priorities, V9.0 website, AC review process, Key changes
- Various webinars, podcasts and books to develop and build understanding of quality, evidence-based teaching practices
2022
- Quality Teaching Rounds, 2 Day Training
- SOLAR - La Trobe university short course: Presented by Prof Pam Snow and Prof Tanya Serry
- Blackcard Cultural Capabilities
- Various webinars, podcasts and books to develop and build understanding of quality, evidence-based teaching practices
Timeline
Exp. Senior Teacher Level 2, High-Capacity Program
Capalaba State College
01.2023 - Current
Exp. Senior Teacher (0.6 –1.0), Year Level Coord.
Wynnum West State School
01.2013 - 12.2022
Senior Teacher, Year Level Coordinator
Kedron State School
01.2008 - 12.2012
Teacher, Year Level Coordinator
Currumbin State School
01.2003 - 12.2007
Beginning Teacher
Collinsville State School
01.2000 - 12.2002
Contract and Relief Teacher
Education Victoria and Education Queensland
01.1998 - 12.1999
BA/B Teach -
University of Ballarat
/1994 - /1997
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