Tania van der merwe
Summary
An energetic and highly motivated teacher that strives to implement inclusive and play based curriculum. Specialised in special needs with knowledge of how to support and create appropriate learning environments and behaviour management strategies.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SCIENCE SPECIALIST pre-primary to year 4
East Beechboro Primary School
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Planned, taught and assessed science for year levels PP to year 4
- Also taught Health and Sport, for PP- year 2
- Adopted an inquiry based approach which improved engagement and learning outcomes
- Adapted learning experiences to cater for students with EAL/D and special needs
EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER (ECT)
Nido Early School Kingsway
02.2023 - 07.2024
- Key contributions: Complete weekly curriculum which aligns with the children’s developmental stages, interests, EYLF and NQS domains
- Form strong relationships with families and provide support when needed
- Responsible person for the service
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
ASSISTANT EDATOR: KINDER ROOM (3-5 YEARS)
Nido Early School
12.2020 - 12.2022
- Worked alongside the ECT and learnt how to effectively plan, implement and observe children’s learning
- Wrote observations that covered all developmental domains which then informed planning
- Wokring closely with the EYLF, NQS and Kindergarden Curriculum Guidelines
- Worked closely with a child who has ADHD, embedding practices that supported his needs.
Education
Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Studies) specialising in Special Education -
Edith Cowan University
06.2024
Credentials:
Certification
St Anothony’s Wanneroo: 25th March 2024- 7th June 2024
PRE- SERVICE TEACHER: PRE-PRIMARY
- With confidence from my mentor teacher I took on the fulltime role of classroom teacher for 5 weeks , teaching all learning areas.
- Alongside my final placement, I received a certificate of recognition for an ‘Exceeding’ grade in the QTPA requirements.
- Involved with moderation for reporting.
- Mentor teacher comment of: “Sets clear learning goals and develops activities that cater for children’s individual needs and abilities”.
- Implemented evidence-based literacy program: InitiaLit.
Pearsall Primary school: October 2022 to November 2022
PRE- SERVICE TEACHER: YEAR 1
- Worked closely with all students to assess, plan and teach in multiple areas of learning such as Literacy, Mathematics, Science, Geography, History and Digital Technologies.
- Implemented the ‘Sounds Write’ phonics program for the duration of the placement.
- ·Received feedback from mentor teacher such as "always simplifies instructions and activities where appropriate to cater for students who require additional learning support”
Marangaroo Primary school: October 2021 to November 2021
PRE- SERVICE TEACHER: PRE-PRIMARY
Key contributions:
- Independently implemented explicit phonics lessons with Heggerty
- Incorporated culturally responsive teaching practices to create an inclusive classroom environment that honoured diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Particularly for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
References
Emily Jones: Curriculum Leader at Nido Early School
- 0431552173, emily_shani@hotmail.com
Henna Bhudia: Director/ Manager
- 0452484256, esm.kingsway@nido.edu.au
Timeline
SCIENCE SPECIALIST pre-primary to year 4
East Beechboro Primary School
07.2024 - 09.2024
EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER (ECT)
Nido Early School Kingsway
02.2023 - 07.2024
ASSISTANT EDATOR: KINDER ROOM (3-5 YEARS)
Nido Early School
12.2020 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Studies) specialising in Special Education -
Edith Cowan University
Credentials:
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