Susan Palmer
Beechworth,VIC
Summary
With over 40 years working in education whether teaching adults or children, I have remained passionate and focused about wellbeing to ensure the best learning outcomes are achieved. With experience living and working in Japan for several years this has enabled me to bring Japan to the classroom and provide fun, purposeful and positive learning experiences for all.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Cellar Door and Vineyard Management
Self Employed
12.2022 - Current
Japanese Language Teacher
Balgowlah Heights PS
03.2004 - 12.2022
- Coordinated special excursions to local points of interests and more extensive study trips to expand learning for Japanese language students.
- Mentored new teachers in effective instructional techniques, contributing to a supportive work environment within the department.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as language clubs and cultural events, promoting deeper engagement with Japanese language and culture beyond the classroom.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Integrated authentic materials into lesson plans, exposing students to real-world examples of Japanese language usage for increased comprehension.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and implement a cohesive curriculum focused on language acquisition and cultural awareness.
- Developed course curriculum, lesson plans and supplemental materials to support student success.
- Immersed students in unfamiliar cultures by devising hands-on activities.
- Participated in professional development workshops to continuously improve teaching skills, staying current with best practices in foreign language education.
- Established clear expectations for behaviour and academic performance, consistently enforcing policies to maintain an orderly learning environment.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive learning environment that encouraged participation and collaboration.
- Collaborated with other faculty to plan and coordinate activities and events.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Japanese/ Political Science
Australian National University
Canberra, ACTGraduate Diploma - Education
Canberra University
Canberra, ACTSkills
- Program Development
- Japanese Culture Familiarity
- Student Engagement
- Teacher Collaboration
- Student Motivation Strategies
- Calm Under Pressure
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Interpersonal Communication
Timeline
Cellar Door and Vineyard Management
Self Employed
12.2022 - Current
Japanese Language Teacher
Balgowlah Heights PS
03.2004 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Japanese/ Political Science
Australian National University
Graduate Diploma - Education
Canberra University
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