Yogesh Maharaj
EAST SIDE Alice Springs,NT
Summary
Innovative Secondary Mathematics teacher bringing over 12 years background instructing students. Expertise in classroom oversight, course planning and behavior management. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Secondary Mathematics Teacher
St Philips College
07.2022 - Current
- Curriculum Development: Produced engaging lesson plans and activities for students in Years 7-12, utilizing multimedia strategies and technology to convey information.
- Diverse Instruction: Implemented a variety of instructional strategies and diversified teaching techniques to meet the needs of students with differing abilities and learning modalities.
- Behavior Management: Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues and maintain a safe, orderly classroom environment.
- Assessment and Evaluation: Built and utilized formative and summative assessments to measure student progress, and assessed student performance through standardized testing.
- Special Needs Support: Supported the development of individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with special needs and provided additional support for students with learning disabilities.
- NCCD Data: Collected and utilized NCCD data to inform teaching practices and support students with disabilities.
- Indigenous Student Support: Provided additional academic and emotional support for Indigenous students, fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
- Boarding House Role: Worked at the boarding house, supporting students in their academic and personal development outside the classroom.
- Student Engagement: Encouraged students to take an active role in their learning, helping them develop skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Mentorship and Guidance: Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social, and emotional issues, promoting a culture of inclusion, respect, and collaboration.
- Professional Relationships: Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents, and community members, scheduling appointments with parents to discuss student progress and behavior.
ACT Program Coordinator
International School Suva
01.2019 - 05.2022
- Collaboration: Worked closely with other curriculum coordinators and the ACT Board of Senior Secondary Studies (BSSS) to ensure the smooth running of the course at the International School Suva in Fiji.
- Program Management: Coordinated the implementation of the ACT curriculum, aligning it with local educational standards and requirements.
- Communication: Facilitated regular meetings and maintained open lines of communication with faculty, staff, and external partners to address challenges and ensure consistent program delivery.
- Quality Assurance: Monitored and evaluated the curriculum to ensure it met the high standards set by the ACT BSSS and the International School Suva.
- Resource Allocation: Managed resources effectively to support the educational needs of students and the professional development of staff.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Engaged with students, parents, and the school community to promote understanding and support of the ACT curriculum.
- Professional Development: Organized and conducted training sessions for teachers to ensure they were well-equipped to deliver the ACT curriculum effectively.
ACT, IGCSE, IB MYP & DP Mathematics and Physics Teacher
International School Suva
08.2016 - 05.2022
- Curriculum Development: Created and implemented lesson plans meeting IB and ACT standards, incorporating interactive and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated Instruction: Tailored teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning needs and provided extra support through tutoring and modified lesson plans and assessment.
- Classroom Management: Established clear expectations, modeled appropriate behavior, and used positive reinforcement to maintain a productive learning environment.
- Assessment and Feedback: Regularly assessed student performance with formative and summative assessments, and maintained accurate records of progress and behavior.
- Collaboration: Worked with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units and comprehensive education plans, and communicated frequently with parents and faculty.
- Student Support: Offered one-on-one assistance to students with learning disabilities and helped develop social skills through structured activities.
- Professional Development: Pursued ongoing professional growth through workshops and conferences, and mentored student teachers.
- Extracurricular Activities: Organized clubs, field trips, and other activities to enrich student learning outside the classroom.
- Committee Participation: Contributed to school committees focused on curriculum development, and teacher evaluations.
Scientific Officer (Climate Division)
Fiji Meteorological Service
08.2015 - 07.2016
IB MYP & DP Mathematics and Physics teacher
International School Nadi
01.2013 - 07.2015
Part-Time Tutor (Mathematics /Statistics)
University of Fiji
01.2014 - 07.2014
High School Teacher
Ministry Of Education Fiji
01.2012 - 03.2013
Tutor
Papas Tutoring House
01.2010 - 01.2011
Education
Post Graduate Diploma in Climate Change -
09.2018
BscGCED Majoring in Mathematics & Physics -
03.2012
Skills
- Good command of oral and written English
- Problem-solving skills
- Creative Thinking
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Creativity and Innovation
- Organization and preparation
- Growth Mindset
- Student Motivation
- Teaching strategies
Current Work Responsibilities
Experienced Secondary Mathematics Teacher with a strong background in delivering essential, general, and mathematical methods courses to students from Year 7 to Year 12. Proficient in curriculum development, instructional planning, and assessment strategies. Skilled in adapting teaching approaches to meet the diverse needs of students. Possesses knowledge of Northern Territory (NT), SACE, ACT and Victorian (VIC) curriculum frameworks. Holds teacher registration in both NT and VIC.
Experienced Tutor Group Teacher with expertise in providing individualized support and academic guidance to students. Skilled in fostering strong partnerships with parents and collaborating with colleagues to support student well-being and success. Experienced in working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds, including Indigenous communities.
Teaching Experience In Different Curriculums
- Northern Territory and SACE curriculum
- The International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE)
- Australian Capital Territory (ACT)
- International Baccalaureate (Middle Years Program)
- International Baccalaureate (Diploma Program)
Computer Background
- Microsoft Office
- School-box
- Accelerus
- MathsOnline
- Mathspace
- Education Perfect
- InThinking
- Matlab
- Python Programming
- IB Managebac
- ACS Gradebook
Organization Skills
Capable of maintaining a professional work environment between team members
Language
English, Fijian and Hindi
Residential
Current Alice Springs: Unit2/2 Chewings Street, Alice Springs NT
Melbourne: 10 Fitzrovia drive, Wyndham Vale
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 02/14/89
- Gender: Male
- Marital Status: Married
Hobbies and Interests
- Playing Chess
- Listening to music and singing
- Playing Soccer
- Swimming
- Socializing
References
Steve Kimber
Deputy Principal - Operations
St Philip’s College
Schwarz Crescent | Alice Springs | NT 0870 | Australia
PO Box 33 | Alice Springs NT 0871
T: 08 8950 4511
Email: steve.kimber@stphilips.nt.edu.au
Vicki Hutchinson
Head of Maths
St Philip’s College
Schwarz Crescent | Alice Springs | NT 0870 | Australia
PO Box 33 | Alice Springs NT 0871
T: 08 8950 4511
Email: vicki.hutchinson@stphilips.nt.edu.au
Roxanne Egan
Head of McKay House
St Philip’s College
Schwarz Crescent | Alice Springs | NT 0870 | Australia
PO Box 33 | Alice Springs NT 0871
T: 08 8950 4511
Email: roxanne.egan@stphilips.nt.edu.au
Timeline
Secondary Mathematics Teacher - St Philips College
07.2022 - Current
ACT Program Coordinator - International School Suva
01.2019 - 05.2022
ACT, IGCSE, IB MYP & DP Mathematics and Physics Teacher - International School Suva
08.2016 - 05.2022
Scientific Officer (Climate Division) - Fiji Meteorological Service
08.2015 - 07.2016
Part-Time Tutor (Mathematics /Statistics) - University of Fiji
01.2014 - 07.2014
IB MYP & DP Mathematics and Physics teacher - International School Nadi
01.2013 - 07.2015
High School Teacher - Ministry Of Education Fiji
01.2012 - 03.2013
Tutor - Papas Tutoring House
01.2010 - 01.2011
University of The South Pacific - Post Graduate Diploma in Climate Change,
University of The South Pacific - BscGCED Majoring in Mathematics & Physics,
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