Vicki Thompson
Alkimos ,WA
Summary
Dedicated and passionate job seeker with exceptional organisational skills, eager to contribute to the Visual Arts teaching position. Committed to fostering creativity and inspiring students through innovative teaching methods. Excited to collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance the learning experience and cultivate a vibrant artistic environment. Proven ability to adapt and thrive in diverse educational settings, ensuring a positive impact on student engagement and success.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Leader of Wellbeing First Nations Students
La Salle Catholic College, Middle Swan
01.2023 - Current
- Facilitated collaboration among educators to share best practices and ensure consistent teaching methodologies.
- Support teaching Yr 7-11 curriculum areas.
- Implement Wellbeing Art Therapy Yr 7-11.
- Support success in learning through The Arts.
- Managed budgets and resources responsibly.
Head of Learning – The Arts
Emmanuel Catholic College, Success
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Visual Arts. Drama, Music, Dance Specialist teacher
- Catholic Schools Performing Arts Festival committee.
- Emanuel Catholic College Academic Council - Middle Leader
- Faith development teacher Years 7-8
- Occupational Work Health Safety Representative (OWHS)
Head of Learning – The Arts & Technologies
St. Mary’s College Broome WA 6725
01.2006 - 01.2021
- Visual Arts. Drama, Music, Dance leading specialist programs
- ATAR Dance and ATAR Drama
- Implementation VET Dance Years 10-12
- Tour group coordinator International and National Arts tours
- Occupational Work Health Safety Representative (OWHS)
Education
M. Ed Leadership & Management - Bachelor of Arts - Education
Notre Dame University of Australia
Fremantle, WA02-2021
Skills
- Relationship building
- Conflict resolution
- Strategic planning
- Motivating team
- Visionary thinking
- Team building
- Goal setting
- Risk assessment
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Goal oriented
- Project planning
- Public speaking
- Verbal and written communication
- Coaching and mentoring
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving
- Motivating teams
- Influencing others
Certification
- Certificate III in Visual Arts (CUA31115) North Regional TAFE (52788) – Completed: 2019-12
- Certificate IV in Dance Teaching and Management (CUA40313) Australian Learning Group Pty Ltd (91165) – Completed: 2017
- Key Competencies & Units
- Creative Arts
- Develop Skills in Textile Work (CUATEX201)
- Apply Knowledge of History and Theory to Own Arts Practice (CUARES301)
- Explore the Use of Colour (BSBDES301)
- Produce Creative Work (CUAPPR301)
- Implement Copyright Arrangements (CUACMP311)
- Dance Teaching
- Teach Basic Dance Technique (CUADTM411)
- Apply Safe Dance Teaching Methods (CUADTM403)
- Create Short Dance Pieces (CUACHR402)
- Professional Development
- Adult Language, Literacy and Numeracy Skills (TAELLN411)
- Design and Develop Assessment Tools (TAEASS502)
- Monitor and Manage Small Business Operations (BSBSMB405B)
- First Aid Certifications
- Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (HLTAID001) – Completed: 2016, 2021
- Provide First Aid (HLTAID003) – Completed: 2016, 2017, 2021
Timeline
Leader of Wellbeing First Nations Students
La Salle Catholic College, Middle Swan
01.2023 - Current
Head of Learning – The Arts
Emmanuel Catholic College, Success
01.2021 - 01.2023
Head of Learning – The Arts & Technologies
St. Mary’s College Broome WA 6725
01.2006 - 01.2021
M. Ed Leadership & Management - Bachelor of Arts - Education
Notre Dame University of Australia
Professional Learning - Other Providers
- TRBWA ID32027307 Expiry 15/02/2027
- WWC ID1412113 Expiry 09/11/2028
- Ongoing - K-12 Accreditation to Teach Religious Education CEWA - 30 hours over 5 years.
- 2025 Berry Street Training Part 1 and Part 2. Specialised Development and Learning for Complex Trauma
- 2025 Having Difficult Conversations - Jenny Cole
- 2024 VET Training in First Aid - St. John's Ambulance
- 2024 Asthma and Anaphylaxis - St. John's Ambulance
- 2023 Royal Life Saving WA First Aid training
- 2021 NCCD CERTIFICATION Disability Standards for Education Leaders. Part 1 / Part 2
- 2021 - 2020 Middle Leaders Program Catholic Education WA - 12 months