Overview

Work History

Education

Skills

PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES

Timeline

JO MOORE

Balaklava,South Australia

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Education Support Officer — Home Economics yr 7-12

01.2022 - Current

In my role i have had various responsibilities:
- Development and implementation of cooking programs tailored for students with learning disabilities and diverse needs.
- Conducting supervised cooking lessons that adhere to Australian education standards, food safety regulations, and OHS/WHs requirements.
- Assist to create practical cooking activities that align with specific learning topics and cater to the varying capabilities of students.
- Designing and adapting small theory-based assignments to complement hands-on learning and support curriculum outcomes.
- Teaching students how to safely operate both commercial and domestic kitchen equipment, including the barista machines.
- Ensure that students understand and follow safe food handling, hygiene, and kitchen safety procedures.
- Modifying existing programs to include dietary restrictions and learning needs.
- Providing individual and small-group support to enhance student engagement, independence, and successful participation in lessons.
- Collaborating with teachers and other ESO's to ensure that learning activities are accessible and tailored to meet the requirements of learning needs for students.
- Helping students develop practical life skills, confidence, and independence through engaging, hands-on learning experiences.

Economics Teaching Support

01.2023 - 01.2025

Working in co-operation with the teacher, I modified existing Year 9 Economics lessons to better align with individual student learning needs. My contributions included:
- Supporting the delivery of Economics lessons under the guidance of a supervising teacher.
- Adapting learning activities and resources to enhance student understanding and engagement.
(approx 6 weeks in term 4)

Classroom Support — Mathematics & Technology Studies

01.2022 - 01.2024

I provided essential classroom support in Mathematics and Technology Studies, my role included
- Working closely with students one-on-one and in small groups to help them understand and complete Maths problems.
- Encourage student engagement and participation in lessons by working with them and giving assistance with tech projects.

Café Manager

01.2020 - 01.2022

As a Café Manager, I was responsible for the daily operations of the café, which included food production, staff training, food safety, and administrative tasks. My key responsibilities included:
- Training and onboarding new staff in compliance with Australian food safety regulations.
- Implementing safe food handling and hygiene practices throughout the café.
- Supervising food preparation and production to ensure quality and safety.
- Managing all aspects of kitchen and café operations.
- Developing and maintaining workplace policies and procedures to enhance efficiency.
- Overseeing stock ordering and inventory management.
- Handling cash and daily financial responsibilities.
- Supporting staff performance and fostering workplace development.
- Maintaining a strong focus on workplace health, safety, and food safety standards.

VET Liaison / Workplace Trainer — Finance Industry

01.2010 - 01.2014

In this role, I was responsible for training and supporting new school-based apprentices. My duties included:
- Acting as a liaison between students, workplace staff, and training providers.
- Delivering workplace training and induction programs.
- Supporting young individuals as they transitioned from school to the workplace.
- Assisting apprentices in developing essential workplace skills, confidence, and professional behaviors.
- Providing ongoing support and guidance throughout their training journey.

Staff Induction & Training

McDonald's

01.1996 - 01.1998

During my time at McDonald's, I was involved in:
- Training and inducting new employees into the workplace.
- Delivering practical training to ensure staff understood workplace procedures and expectations.
- Reinforcing food safety, hygiene, and operational standards.
- Helping new staff build confidence and competence in their roles.

Swimming Instructor — Seasonal

01.1995 - 01.2000

As a swimming instructor, my roles included
- Delivered swimming lessons to children and young people, focusing on safety and skill development.
- Planned and adapted activities to cater to individual abilities.
- Maintained a strong emphasis on safety and supervision.
- Developed effective communication and behavior management skills.

Education

Bachelor of Education - Secondary

Alphacrucis University College

09-2026

Certificate - Safe Food Practices

01-2025

Certificate - Barista