Holly Turner

4980 Omeo Highway

Mob: 0409 352 508

Mitta Mitta
Victoria 3701
http://hturnereporfolio.weebly.com

Hollypaige12@hotmail.com

e-Portfolio:

CAREER OBJECTIVE.
I wish to obtain a position in a school where I am offered the opportunity to demonstrate my
abilities in planning and implementing quality lessons, to become a valued member of staff, and to
build strong educational relationships with students and the wider school community.
SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES.
Communication skills
I am able to listen to what others have to say, and, by showing concern with my responses, I am
able to gain mutual understanding and respect through patience, understanding, apathy,
consideration and negotiation.
My effectiveness as a teacher comes with my ability to model, instruct and allow for individual
completion of tasks.
I am confident in voicing my ideas and thoughts and I am able to partake effectively in meaningful
discussions.
Organisational abilities
I have strong organisational and time management skills. In balancing competing demands, I
prioritise the necessary jobs to achieve the best outcomes. I complete tasks to a high professional
standard in the time frame allowed. I am able to plan in-depth lessons and units of work and
compile high-quality resources for students.
Technology
I confidently use technology as an educational tool both in teaching and in record keeping. I am
proficient in using such programs as core office software applications including the Microsoft Office
suite, e-mail, intranet and Photoshop. I keep my technology skills updated in order to improve the
quality of my presentations in education.
I am aware of my responsibilities when using ICT and treat all correspondence as official records.
Working in a team
My experiences in working in a team environment have allowed me the opportunity to develop both
leadership skills and teamwork skills. As a leader I have the ability to delegate duties but still
remain appropriately involved so I can create situations to encourage teamwork. I encourage pride
in workmanship, team cooperation and a high work standard. I understand that in working in large
teams there are multiple responsibilities that require a wider team contribution.
I view the importance of working with colleagues as part of professional development and to
ensure my practice is of the optimal level.
Problem solving

Problem solving in teaching, I feel, encourages greater engagement of students and caters better
for a variety of abilities.
As a teacher I feel the problem solving approach to teaching allows for the development of
teaching strategies and the monitoring of student progress.
Self-motivated
I have shown the ability to work unsupervised. I have been set multiple tasks and been able to
achieve them. I am able to organise my time wisely and ensure all essential tasks are completed
within an adequate time.
Act with Integrity
I always act in an honest and professional manner. I am able to openly communicate with
employers and senior staff members in order to achieve effective working relationships. I consider
the privacy of others and have been able to keep sensitive information confidential. I set myself a
high standard and use that standard to set a foundation for appropriate workplace behaviour. I
believe that I am always accountable for my own actions and take responsibility for any arising
issues.
EDUCATION
2013-2016

Bachelor of Education (K-12 Middle Schooling), Charles Sturt

University
Major: English

Academic Achievement

Distinction+ grade point average

Rotary Club of Albury Hume Scholarship

2006-2011

Tallangatta Secondary College

Academic Achievement

DUX of Studio Arts

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Placement: Albury High School

22nd August 2016 9th September 2016

15-day placement at Albury High School, Central Albury, teaching English to students in years 8, 9,
10, and 11.
Responsibilities

Designing and implementing English lessons for students in years 8, 9, 10 and 11.
Acting as a valued member of staff by assisting with the creation of resources, the marking of
assessment tasks, and assisting with sport days and bus duties.
Compiling relevant resources for students.
Assisting with marking year 9, Year 10, and Year 11 assessment tasks.
Achievements

Other faculty members requested to use the resources I had created, and asked that my resources
be put on the digital system to be used in future years.
Placement: Mount Carmel Christian School

16th November 2015 4th December 2015

15-day placement at Mount Carmel Christian School, Leneva, based in the year 1 and 2
classroom.
Responsibilities

Designing and implementing a number of lessons for the students in the subjects of Mathematics,
Health and Physical Education and Science.
Acting as an additional member of staff during individualised learning and excursions.
Compiling relevant resources for students.
Achievements

Received positive feedback regarding my ability to build relationships with the students and create
and implement quality lessons.
Placement: Port Vila Central School

26th October 2015 13th November 2015

15-day placement at Port Vila Central School, Port Vila, Vanuatu, teaching English to years 8, 9, 12
and 13.
Responsibilities

Designing, and implementing English lessons for students in years 12 and 13.
Marking year 9 end-of-year exams.
Supervising end-of-year exams.
Archiving and organising donated resources.
Designing and implementing a Career Paths day, whereby I presented possible career and
education options for students in year 13, and assisted them to work towards this goal.
Achievements

Other staff requested that the resources I compiled for the Career Paths day remain at the school
to be used for future years
Received positive feedback regarding my ability to design and implement quality lessons and
resources, and act as a valued member of staff.
Placement: ASPECT

11th May 2015 19th May 2015

35-hour placement at ASPECT, Albury, in the years 7-9 classroom at the base school, as well as in
the classroom located at Xavier High School.
Responsibilities

Acting as an additional member of staff in the classroom and during excursions.

Assisting students in a one to one situation.
Participating in staff discussions and meetings about teaching strategies and behaviour
management.
Achievements

Received positive feedback for my ideas of possible teaching strategies, and my ability to assist
students one-on-one.
Placement: James Fallon High School

27th January 2015 27th February 2015

25-day placement at James Fallon High School, North Albury, teaching English to students in years
8 and 9, and history to students in year 7.
Responsibilities

Designing and implementing English lessons for students in years 8 and 9, and History lessons for
students in year 7.
Acting as a valued member of staff by assisting with the Swimming Sports, orientation day, sport
outings each Thursday and participating in all staff meetings and briefings.
Compiling relevant resources for students.
Creating a behaviour management chart for a year 7 class.
Achievements

Received positive feedback regarding my ability to act as a valued member of staff, and on my
organisation and time management skills.
Placement: St. Michaels Primary School

9th June 2014 27th June 2014

15-day placement at St. Michaels Primary School, Tallangatta, where I was based in the year 3
and 4 classroom.
Responsibilities

Designing and implementing a number of lessons for students in the subjects of English and
Mathematics.
Compiling relevant resources for students.
Acting as a valued member of staff, by participating in all staff meetings, and completing yard
duties.
Achievements

Received positive feedback on my organisational skills and ability to continually be prepared with
resources.
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Reading and when time allows would like to share my love of reading by teaching English as a
second language.
Swimming with a group who enjoy fitness and encourage others to join as a social and fitness
activity.
Member of the Mitta Football and Netball Ladies committee - voluntary work and social events
organisation.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Carer Wodonga South Primary School Out of Hours Care

June 2015 Present

Wodonga South Primary School Out of Hours Care provides a childcare service for students in the
hours before and after school, and during school holidays.
Responsibilities

Maintaining care and safety of students whilst in our care.

Assisting in the preparation of activities and programs for students.
Implementing behaviour management strategies when necessary.
Supporting students when sick, or experiencing personal difficulties.
Engaging with parents/ carers to inform them of their childs achievements or incidents.
Attending and participating in staff meetings.
Achievements

Building relationships with students, and their families.

Waitress/ Bartender SS&A Club Albury

March 2014 - September 2015

The SS&A Club Albury provides a number of different experiences in dining, bar service, and
entertainment to their patrons.
Responsibilities

Working effectively as a part of a team to ensure all duties were completed to a high standard.
Attending to detail with accuracy and attention to detail when handling customer orders.
Maintaining and developing effective customer service skills.
Achievements

Recognised on the staff communication board for my dedication to work extended hours to ensure
all duties were completed, and the establishment was running efficiently
Recognised on the staff communication board for my ability to put the customers first, and ensure
all diners were catered for effectively.
Receptionist/ Administration Aware Industries

June 2012 May 2013

Aware Industries provides employment for people with disabilities, whilst providing cost effective
labour solutions for businesses.
Responsibilities

Being responsible for tending to, and maintaining the MARS Petcare account.
Attending to detail with accuracy and attention to detail when handling client accounts.
Answering telephones and greeting guests.
Directing work to the employees related to the MARS Petcare account, and assisting them to
complete the order.
Achievements

Received positive feedback from employees of MARS Petcare in relation to my organisation and
time management skills
ADDITIONAL TRAINING

Victoria Working with Children Check (Employed)

NSW Working with Children Check (Employed)
Child Protection Awareness Training 2016
Anaphylaxis Training 2016
First Aid Certificate

Expiry: 25/06/2020
Expiry: 14/06/2021
Expiry: 29/10/2017

INTERESTS AND ACTIVITIES

I have a passion for literacy, and all of its available forms. My further interests include being an
active member of my local football and netball club, having previously been a part of the
merchandising team, and functions committee. Being a part of this club has provided me with great
personal satisfaction, having the opportunity to work as part of a team, and be a part of a
dedicated, supportive community.
REFEREES
Mr Denis Haynes

Mrs Debbie Rodham

Head Teacher of English

Teacher

Albury High School

Mount Carmel Christian School

0432 486 474

0422 851 351

02 6021 3488

02 6056 2288

DENIS.HAYNES@det.nsw.edu.au

Deborah.rodham@mccs.vic.edu.au

Mrs Matal Bongtou

Mrs Steph Garoni

Teacher

Lecturer

University of South Pacific,

Charles Sturt University

Laucala Campus, Suva, Fiji

0067 9720 7933

0437 620 448

m.bongtou@gmail.com

sgaroni@csu.edu.au

Ms Lauren Blackley

Mrs Helen Reynoldson

Certified Supervisor

Retired teacher

Wodonga South Primary School Out of Hours Care

0429 418 020

0438 917 405

lenhelenreynoldson@gmail.com