Joanne Pickering
Rangiora,CAN
Summary
Accomplished Senior Teacher Family Educator at Northern Territory Department of Education, adept in curriculum planning and classroom management. Excelled in fostering parent-teacher communication and working with teachers and stakeholders to maximise learning for children and families, leading to enhanced educational outcomes. Proven track record in implementing differentiated instruction, showcasing educational leadership and a commitment to cultural sensitivity. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Teacher Family Educator
Northern Territory Department Of Education
07.2002 - Current
- Created lesson planning, classroom management, and assessment techniques.
- Efficiently used Microsoft word for planning and reporting, entered attendance daily.
- Supported Indigenous co-worker
- Established positive relationships with Indigenous parents through effective communication, leading to increased involvement in their child''s education.
- Completed yearly planning, curriculum planning and materials selection.
- Attended professional development workshops and conferences to stay current with educational trends and best practices.
- Worked cross culturally, recognising and celebrating first language
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for students with varying learning needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education, Batchelor of Education
University of Otago
Dunedin, NZ01.1997
Skills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Mentoring Teachers
- Educational leadership
- Lesson development
- Curriculum Planning
- Subject matter expertise
- Classroom Management
- Motivating students
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
Additional Information
Throughout my employment, I have demonstrated the following skills:
- Communication skills with parents and colleagues both in verbal and written form, using emails, social media, reports and discussions about the Family as First Teachers (FaFT) core principles.
- Teamwork, working with teachers and families to maximise learning for their children,
- Problem solving, Living in a remote multi-lingual indigenous communities provided opportunities, especially when services weren't available.
- Demonstrated competence using school and FaFT attendance system to report attendance and engagement. Used the system reports to identify strengths and areas of need.
- Managed time and deadlines effectively completing term reports.
Timeline
Senior Teacher Family Educator
Northern Territory Department Of Education
07.2002 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education, Batchelor of Education
University of Otago
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