Zoe Matthews
Woodford,QLD
Summary
Over the last 9 years, I have been a dynamic Teacher and Educator with a proven track record for enhancing students social, emotional and academic outcomes. I am now seeking to step away from Education and into a role where I can showcase my strong administrative and communication skills, and strive for continuous professional growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Classroom Teacher
St Paul’s Lutheran Primary School
Caboolture, QLD
06.2022 - Current
- Individually and collaboratively created and developed unit and lesson plans in line with the Australian Curriculum to meet students' academic needs.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.
- Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
- Provided timely feedback on assessments, allowing students to learn from their mistakes and improve their performance.
- Established clear expectations for behaviour and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child's education.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators, and allied health professionals to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioural and academic issues.
Early Childhood Teacher's Assistant
St Michael’s Early Learning Centre
Caboolture, QLD
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Promoted early literacy skills by implementing engaging reading activities and fostering a love for books in young learners.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, conducting regular communication to keep them informed about their child''s progress and school events.
- Established a positive classroom environment by setting clear expectations and promoting respect among children.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively using consistent routines and age-appropriate consequences, creating a safe learning environment for all students.
- Maintained an organised, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
Educator/Acting 2IC
Wamuran Out of School Hours Care
Wamuran, QLD
08.2016 - 10.2020
- Completed administrative duties including staff rostering, bank reconciliations, email communication to various stakeholders including parents, and P&C committee members and school Executive team.
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide a positive and enjoyable environment for children.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance students out of school hours learning experience.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
- Met regularly with team of Educators to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching/supervision strategies.
- Mentored new educators in best practices for supervising, leading to increased confidence and effectiveness within the school community.
- Facilitated student-led, inquiry-based activities in classroom to enhance learning experience.
- Facilitated positive learning environment, establishing clear expectations and supportive classroom culture.
Education
Bachelor Of Early Childhood And Primary Education - Education
Swinburne University
Melbourne, VIC09.2021
Skills
- I exhibit exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- I have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise and communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, in a clear and respectful manner
- I have a proven ability to prioritise work tasks and meet relevant deadlines
- I have a warm and friendly demeanour, and approach all tasks with a positive, “can-do”attitude
- I am flexible and adaptable, and can problem solve challenging situations in the moment
- I have the ability to quickly learn how to use software programs and internal processes and procedures
- I have a current Blue Card, CPR and First Aid Certificate
- I have in innate love for horses, and 20 years of ridden and horse experience
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
St Paul’s Lutheran Primary School
06.2022 - Current
Early Childhood Teacher's Assistant
St Michael’s Early Learning Centre
01.2021 - 06.2022
Educator/Acting 2IC
Wamuran Out of School Hours Care
08.2016 - 10.2020
Bachelor Of Early Childhood And Primary Education - Education
Swinburne University