Bridie O'Neill
Christchurch,CAN
Summary
Passionate Teacher for many years in both Primary and Early Childhood settings. Proven history of creating engaged lessons supporting diverse educational styles. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behaviour through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with a positive mindset and good decision-making skills. Committed to instilling a love of learning and cooperative teamwork with students and colleagues. Bringing 6 years experience working in the community as a Music Tutor for a non-profit business, StarJam. Teaching young adults with a wide range of diverse needs vocal lessons. Empathetic and accommodating in the design and implementation of hands-on lessons.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader
Learning Curves Montessori
02.2023 - Current
- Created a positive work environment by establishing open lines of communication among team members and addressing concerns proactively as they arose.
- Managed staff compliance with specific ECE policies and procedures.
- Led a team of educators and confirmed delivery of engaging and interactive educational experiences and curriculum.
- Enhanced team collaboration by implementing effective communication strategies and regularly scheduled meetings.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in the learning process.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as numeracy, literacy and emotional regulation.
- Developed and implemented behaviour management plans.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Maintained a calm classroom by clearly outlining expectations and reinforcing positive behaviours.
- Maintained an organised, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Coordinated special events or programs for preschool community, strengthening bonds between students, families, and staff members.
- Supervised student teachers to provide objective feedback.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
Associate Recruitment Consultant
Prospero Group
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Managed recruitment process to keep candidates informed about application status and meet organisational recruitment goals.
- Negotiated offers and closed deals to finalise recruitment process and secure best talent.
- Enhanced the company''s reputation by ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the entire recruitment process.
- Assessed and recommended top candidates to hiring managers to provide qualified employees to fill open positions.
Curriculum Leader
Shirley Primary School
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Led Digital Learning across the school and the integration of the Digital Technologies Curriculum into the school curriculum.
- Coordinate and organise Professional Learning Development for they entire staffing group/mentoring .
- Conduct an annual stocktake/inventory and provide recommendations for future purchases.
- Monitor and manage lease equipment
- Department budget management
New Entrant Teacher
Shirley Primary School
01.2019 - 08.2022
- Develop daily lesson plans and teach students in Year 0-1.
- Current curriculum knowledge and experience.
- Incorporation of Te Reo Māori into daily lessons.
- Effective working relationships with colleagues as part of the collaborative teaching team.
- Trained in Yolanda Soryl Primary Phonics.
- Collaborated with external services such as Early Intervention and RTLB.
- SEA, Six Year Net, Observation Survey and numeracy diagnostic testing Strong interpersonal skills that enable collaborative work with colleagues, students and parents/caregivers.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualised plans to optimise student engagement.
Education
Bachelor of Teaching And Learning -
University of Canterbury
Christchurch, NZ2018
Skills
- Whānau-Teacher Communication
- Curriculum Development
- Curriculum Planning
- Safety regulations compliance
- Staff Evaluation
- Google Drive
- Decision-Making
- Classroom Management
- Team Collaboration
- Organisation and Time Management
- Documentation and Record Keeping
- Early Childhood Education
- Diverse Learners Support
Timeline
Team Leader
Learning Curves Montessori
02.2023 - Current
Associate Recruitment Consultant
Prospero Group
08.2022 - 02.2023
Curriculum Leader
Shirley Primary School
01.2021 - 08.2022
New Entrant Teacher
Shirley Primary School
01.2019 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Teaching And Learning -
University of Canterbury
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