Taylah Bacon
Canberra,ACT
Summary
Passionate classroom teacher who provides students with exceptional learning opportunities and support of educational endeavours. Skilled implementer of diverse learning and inclusive practices. Successful at collaborating with staff and building meaningful relationships with students, teachers and families.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Specialist HPE Teacher
Hughes Primary School
05.2023 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Learning Support Assistant
Hughes Primary School
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Complied with policies regarding mandatory reporting, confidentiality and data protection.
- Provided detailed feedback to teachers and parents regularly regarding individual student progress.
- Supported lead teacher in lesson planning and learning activities.
- Carefully established expectations and professional relationships with students to enhance independence and knowledge.
- Studied and implemented various strategies in each classroom to meet needs of each student.
Gymnastics Coach
Southern Canberra Gymnastics Club
02.2012 - 01.2023
- Maintained fun-filled atmosphere with class participants while remaining professional and focused on achievement.
- Coordinated with other instructors and coaches to determine student advancement and progress.
- Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
- Developed lesson plans and routines for individual students to meet personal goals and abilities.
Learning Support Assistant
Torrens Primary School
08.2018 - 12.2022
- Complied with policies regarding mandatory reporting, confidentiality and data protection.
- Provided detailed feedback to teachers and parents regularly regarding individual student progress.
- Supported lead teacher in lesson planning and learning activities.
- Stayed up-to-date on most recent curricula and teaching strategies.
- Provided thorough feedback and constructive criticism conducive to positive learning experiences.
- Assessed student needs to determine appropriate level of required support.
- Assisted in development of individualized learning plans for student success.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff members to evaluate program success and alignment with student needs.
- Applied differentiated instruction strategies to meet individual student needs.
Education
Bachelor of Primary Education (HPE) - Education
University of Canberra
Canberra, ACT06.2023
Year 12 Tertiary Completion - Education
Canberra College
Phillip, ACT12.2017
Advanced Coaching Accredidation - Sports Coaching
Southern Canberra Gymnastics Club
Wanniassa09.2017
Year 10 Completion - Education
Melrose High School
Pearce, ACT12.2015
Skills
- Social and Emotional Growth
- Special Needs Curriculum
- Safety Instruction
- Equipment Management
- Sportsmanship Promotion
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Positive Interactions
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Behavior Modeling
Referees
Nina McCabe
School Principal- Hughes Primary School
Groom Street, Hughes ACT 2605
0417421525
nina.mccabe@ed.act.edu.au
Genevieve Tischler
Classroom Teacher- Placement Mentor Teacher
Ritchie Street, Torrens ACT 2607
0421342698
Genevieve.tischler@ed.act.edu.au
Rachel Matthews
School Principal- Torrens Primary School
Ritchie Street, Torrens ACT 2607
0402120074
rachel.matthews@ed.act.edu.au
Timeline
Specialist HPE Teacher
Hughes Primary School
05.2023 - Current
Learning Support Assistant
Hughes Primary School
01.2023 - 04.2023
Learning Support Assistant
Torrens Primary School
08.2018 - 12.2022
Gymnastics Coach
Southern Canberra Gymnastics Club
02.2012 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Primary Education (HPE) - Education
University of Canberra
Year 12 Tertiary Completion - Education
Canberra College
Advanced Coaching Accredidation - Sports Coaching
Southern Canberra Gymnastics Club
Year 10 Completion - Education
Melrose High School
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