Yvette Montgomerie
Brisbane,Qld
Summary
My Big Important Goal
Focus on educational achievement, wellbeing and engagement, culture and a sense of belonging to ensure that students in my care are provided equal access to opportunities and resources to overcome barriers, so they can reach their potential and prepare them for their future.
My Purpose
Empower and inspire others to work together to support and prepare students to develop strong foundations through an approach that nurtures a sense of belonging and to learning that recognises every student must be supported to realise their potential regardless of diversity and neurodiversity.
My Values
Humility –A sense of dignity and an awareness of my own limitations. Open to perspectives different from my own.
Affability -Being approachable and open to others.
Respect –Treat others with dignity, empathy and compassion.
Reliability –Qualities of being trustworthy.
Creativity –Lifelong learning and agility.
Authenticity –Consistency and transparency in values, beliefs and actions. Create a purposeful life and to contribute to the growth of others.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Inclusion
Education Queensland
01.2021 - Current
- Created and managed Personalised Learning Plans to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum (Individual Curriculum Plan) for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualised lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Coordinated Educational Assistants schedules with classroom schedules for the delivery of Focused Curriculum support.
- Redirected students using Positive Behaviour Support (PBS).
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Implemented programs, You Can Do It, Kids Matter and Zones of Regulation that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Designed support programs (Personalised Learning Plans, Individual Curriculum Plans and Part-time Educational Plans) to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Developed and implemented behaviour management plans (Functional Behaviour Assessments, Individual Behaviour Support Plans, Individual Student Safety Plan, Risk Assessment and Restrictive Practices) to improve student behaviour.
- Coordinated regular meetings to case manage student referrals from colleagues and parents.
- Coordinated Stakeholder Meetings with third parties, colleagues and parents.
- Coordinated onsite therapy with NDIS providers, completing Access Agreements and other relevant documentation.
- Coordinated and timetabled therapy sessions with NDIS providers onsite at school during school hours.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Improved behaviour by modelling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Provided emotional support to students and families to attend medical and NDIS appointments.
- Documented student behaviours, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Provide visual aids and equipment to support students' in the classroom environment.
- Delivered personalised educational, behavioural, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
Inclusion Specialist
Education Queensland
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Created and managed Individual Curriculum Plans, Personalised Learning Plans, Support Provisions and Part-time Educational Plans to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
Support Teacher Literacy and Numeracy
Education Queensland
01.1998 - 12.2018
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioural, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Documented student behaviours, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
Support Teacher Literacy and Numeracy
Education Queensland
01.1999 - 12.1999
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioural, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Documented student behaviours, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
Support Teacher Literacy and Numeracy
Education Queensland
01.1997 - 12.1998
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioural, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Documented student behaviours, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
Learning Support Teacher
Education Queensland
01.1993 - 12.1996
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioural, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
Education
Graduate Certificate of Education - Special Needs
Griffith University
Brisbane, QLD12.1992
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art (Major Ceramics, Minor Printmaking)
Griffith University
Brisbane, QLD12.1991
High School Diploma -
Mount Gravatt State High School
Mount Gravatt, QLD12.1987
Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Organization and Time Management
- Training and Development
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Written Communication
- Data Entry
- Interpersonal Communication
- Decision-Making
- Dependable and Responsible
- Self-Motivated
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Team Building
- Multitasking Abilities
- Active Listening
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Head of Inclusion
Education Queensland
01.2021 - Current
Inclusion Specialist
Education Queensland
01.2019 - 12.2021
Support Teacher Literacy and Numeracy
Education Queensland
01.1999 - 12.1999
Support Teacher Literacy and Numeracy
Education Queensland
01.1998 - 12.2018
Support Teacher Literacy and Numeracy
Education Queensland
01.1997 - 12.1998
Learning Support Teacher
Education Queensland
01.1993 - 12.1996
Graduate Certificate of Education - Special Needs
Griffith University
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art (Major Ceramics, Minor Printmaking)
Griffith University
High School Diploma -
Mount Gravatt State High School
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