Yvonne Thompson
Summary
I am an outstanding educator and teacher of English, committed to fostering an engaging and supportive learning environment through exceptional communication and collaboration skills. My leadership and innovative approach to curriculum design enhance student learning outcomes and inspire motivation. Deeply committed to the Catholic faith, I strive to instill these values in my daily life as a Catholic Educator.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Xavier High School
01.2021 - Current
- Yr 12 Standard and Advanced English
- Yr 11 Standard and Advanced English
- Yr 7-10 English
Literacy Instructional Leader
Xavier High School
06.2022 - 04.2024
- Developed literacy resources and led staff through research targeting reading skills
- Worked collaboratively with the Teaching and Learning Leader
Teacher
The Scots School Albury
01.2013 - 12.2020
- Yr 12 English Studies
- Yr 11 Advanced English
- Yr 7-10 English
- Yr 12 Extension English 1
Teacher Coach/Staff Wellbeing
The Scots School
01.2019 - 10.2019
- Implemented coaching training for all middle leadership
- Surveyed and researched staff wellbeing models
- Presented a suggested approach to embedding wellbeing for staff to LET, Operations, and the Board
Stage 4 Wellbeing Coordinator
The Scots School
01.2014 - 12.2018
- Focused on organizational skills, growth mindsets, and Thinkers’ Lab
- Embedded Restorative Practice into resolving disciplinary issues
- Chaired the LET team in 2018
Year 7 Teaching and Learning Leader
Catholic College Wodonga
01.2011 - 12.2012
- Led a team to research, discuss, and implement innovative practice at Year 7
- Focused on inquiry-based learning and classroom design influences
- Traveled to the Scottish Learning Festival and educational tour in this role
Teacher
Catholic College Wodonga
01.2008 - 12.2012
- Yr 8-12 English
- Yr 7 Integrated curriculum (Humanities, English, and Religion)
Literacy Leader
Catholic College Wodonga
01.2010 - 12.2011
- Provided staff with resources and led preparation for NAPLAN
- Interpreted school data for NAPLAN and set growth targets with the Deputy Principal
- Worked with KLA leaders focusing on literacy and wrote annual report
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature, History
University of New England
Graduate Diploma of Education (P-12) -
La Trobe University
Coaching Accreditation Program Phase 3 -
Growth Coaching International
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Curriculum development and implementation
- Collaborative learning
- Differentiated instruction
- Team building
- Verbal and written communication
- Empathy and patience
- Positive role model and mentor
- Data-driven instruction
Recentkeyprofessionaldevelopment
- Writing Across the Curriculum NSW Symposium 2024
- Literacy Workshops with Helen West (Wagga Wagga Diocese)
- Growth Coaching Program Phase 3, 2019
- University of Melbourne ‘The Science of Learning’ Partnership, 2019
- Introduction to Understanding Autism, 2018
- NAPLAN Persuasive Writing (NESA), 2018
- Feuerstein Institute- Instrument Enrichment, 2018/2017
- Introduction to PYP, 2018
- Sir John Jones- Educational Imperatives, 2017
- First Module of Restorative Practice, 2016
- Child Protection Investigation Training, 2016
- Scrum Master Accreditation, 2016
References
- Ms Nicole Morton, Principal, Xavier High School. 02 60406388; (Mobile)0427 492 299; mortonn2@ww.catholic.edu.au
- Ms Ana Guzowska, English KLA Leader, Xavier High School.02 60406388; (Mobile)0432 277 304; guzowskaa@ww.catholic.edu.au;
- Ms Peggy Mahy, Former Principal, The Scots School, Albury, 0400 889 699
- Fr Martin Cruickshank, Parish Priest, Sacred Heart Parish North Albury 02 60251516; sacredheartna@gmail.com
- Laura Avery, Faith Formation and Religious Education Officer National Catholic Commission. (personal reference) 0407497228
Reading
- Education Research Reading Room podcast, Ollie Lovell
- "The Impact of Context on Evidence-based Practices". (Australian Education Research Organisation)
Accreditation
NESA Number: 262518
WWCC: WWC1053862E
Timeline
Literacy Instructional Leader
Xavier High School
06.2022 - 04.2024
Teacher
Xavier High School
01.2021 - Current
Teacher Coach/Staff Wellbeing
The Scots School
01.2019 - 10.2019
Stage 4 Wellbeing Coordinator
The Scots School
01.2014 - 12.2018
Teacher
The Scots School Albury
01.2013 - 12.2020
Year 7 Teaching and Learning Leader
Catholic College Wodonga
01.2011 - 12.2012
Literacy Leader
Catholic College Wodonga
01.2010 - 12.2011
Teacher
Catholic College Wodonga
01.2008 - 12.2012
Coaching Accreditation Program Phase 3 -
Growth Coaching International
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature, History
University of New England
Graduate Diploma of Education (P-12) -
La Trobe University
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