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Richelle Murdoch

Havelock North,Hawkes Bay

Summary

Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering a wide range of subjects. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments. Energetic and motivated with extensive knowledge in various subjects.



Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher In Charge of Agriculture and Agribusiness

Iona College
01.2020 - 01.2024
  • Organized extracurricular activities and clubs, fostering students'' interests outside of the curriculum while promoting personal growth and development.
  • Utilized innovative approaches such as project-based learning to promote critical thinking skills and real-world application of concepts.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.

Science Teacher Yr 7-11, Mathematics Yr 7-11

Iona College
01.2015 - 01.2020
  • Improved student comprehension by employing diverse teaching strategies and adapting lesson plans to meet individual needs.
  • Enhanced classroom environment for effective learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world applications of scientific concepts.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected science with other subjects, fostering a well-rounded education.
  • Provided constructive feedback on assignments, helping students improve their critical thinking and problem-solving skills in science.
  • Organized field trips and guest speakers to expose students to various career opportunities within the scientific community, inspiring future scientists.
  • Implemented inquiry-based learning techniques in the classroom, promoting curiosity and active engagement among students.
  • Championed a positive classroom culture where questions were encouraged and mistakes viewed as learning opportunities, boosting overall student confidence in their abilities as scientists.

Intermediate Dean

Iona College
01.2016 - 01.2017

Provided pastoral care for intermediate students

Organised camps, social outings, parent conferences

Science and Maths Teacher

Woodford House
01.2011 - 01.2015

Science Teacher

Tamatea High School
04.2010 - 01.2011

Biology/Chemistry and Science Teacher

Hastings Boys High School
01.2007 - 01.2010

Team Leader Infectious Serology Department

New Zealand Blood Service
01.1998 - 02.2003

Education

Graduate Diploma Secondary Education -

Massey University
Palmerston North, NZ
11.2006

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science - Biochemistry, Haematology, Immunology

Massey University
Palmerston North, NZ
11.1994

Skills

  • Curriculum Development
  • Technology Integration
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Innovative Lesson Planning
  • Community Involvement
  • Positive Role Model and Mentor
  • Student-Centered Learning

Accomplishments

Set up and implemented Agriculture Curriculum at Iona College


Scientific article published in the New Zealand Medical Laboratory Science journal 1994.

"The use of erythropoietin in autologous donation."


Abbott Diagnostic Award for case study on Neonatal Autoimmine Thrombocytopenia. 1997

Timeline

Teacher In Charge of Agriculture and Agribusiness

Iona College
01.2020 - 01.2024

Intermediate Dean

Iona College
01.2016 - 01.2017

Science Teacher Yr 7-11, Mathematics Yr 7-11

Iona College
01.2015 - 01.2020

Science and Maths Teacher

Woodford House
01.2011 - 01.2015

Science Teacher

Tamatea High School
04.2010 - 01.2011

Biology/Chemistry and Science Teacher

Hastings Boys High School
01.2007 - 01.2010

Team Leader Infectious Serology Department

New Zealand Blood Service
01.1998 - 02.2003

Graduate Diploma Secondary Education -

Massey University

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science - Biochemistry, Haematology, Immunology

Massey University
Richelle Murdoch