Toni Durston
Gisborne,Gisborne
Summary
Dynamic worker with a proven track record at Gisborne Girls High School and Comet Swim Club, enhancing student learning and emotional well-being. Specializes in classroom management and student rapport, successfully fostering inclusive environments and boosting confidence. Demonstrates exceptional critical thinking and relationship building, significantly contributing to diverse and supportive settings. A mother A wife who has been involved with various committee's who has learned many skills in the various life experiences that I have had.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Aide
Gisborne Girls High School
01.2019 - 05.2024
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Offered caring companionship and emotional support.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
Swin Instructor
Comet Swim Club
01.2012 - 12.2018
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Promoted a fun learning environment through engaging activities and games designed to reinforce essential swimming skills.
- Improved swimmer confidence by providing consistent positive reinforcement and constructive feedback on technique.
- Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
- Took notes strengths and weaknesses of each child in class to track progress.
- Enhanced student swimming abilities through the development and implementation of personalized lesson plans.
- Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
- Encouraged parent involvement in their child''s aquatic education through regular communication about progress and upcoming events.
Education
Gisborne Girls' High School
Gisborne, GIS1996
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Behavior Management
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Student rapport
- Community involvement
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Special Needs Students
- Feedback implementation
- Serving Diverse Communities
- Fundraising
- Problem-Solving
- Team Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Parent Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Positive Reinforcement
- Student Support
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Audio-Visual Aids
Timeline
Teacher Aide
Gisborne Girls High School
01.2019 - 05.2024
Swin Instructor
Comet Swim Club
01.2012 - 12.2018
Gisborne Girls' High School
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