Ellen Henry

17 County Court Wollongbar, 2477 NSW

T: 0423662726
E:
e.henry.10@student.scu.edu.au
Institute No: 301485 DEC Approval Number: TBA WWCC: WWC0342315E
eportfolio: http://ehenryeportfolio.weebly.com/
Career Profile
I have personally experienced the positive impact an effective teacher or mentor can
have on a persons life, it is therefore my aim to emulate my passion for education to my
future students. It is my duty as an educator to provide a caring, supportive and safe
environment that appreciates diversity and fosters student individuality, learning and
creativity.
Education
2013-2016
2009

Bachelor of Arts and Education (Primary)

Southern Cross University Lismore, NSW
Overall GPA: 5.71 (7 point scale)
Higher School Certificate, Alstonville High School Alstonville, NSW

Summary of Key Achievements

- Strong time management skills, commitment and sustained focus, evidenced by
ability to successfully manage multiple responsibilities including work, study and
volunteer within the community.
- Highly experienced customer service and interpersonal communication skills,
initiative and teamwork gained through over 12 years experience in various busy
frontline retail and hospitality roles including 12 months employment in the United
Kingdom.
- Leadership potential, demonstrated by volunteering as a School Host for the
School of Education, YLead program as well as the foundation and organisation of
the Northern Rivers Social League for Ultimate Frisbee.
- Ability to absorb new concepts quickly and self-motivated to learn demonstrated
by excellent grades throughout my degree.
- Willingness to take on additional responsibilities in the workplace evidenced by the
management of retail stores (Sportsgirl Byron Bay) social media platform.
- Advanced administrative and computer skills, including Word, Excel, Smartboard
and Promethean Interactive Whiteboard software.
Teaching Experiences
2016 (24 days)

2016 (22 days)

Program)

Professional Experience III (Part 2)

Lambton Public School, Newcastle, NSW- Kindergarten
- Commencing May 2016
Professional Experience III (Part 1 Early Start
Lambton Public School, Newcastle, NSW
- Kindergarten
- Performed Best Start Assessments Contributed to
identifying individual learning goals for all students.
- Presented at Parent Information Session established
positive relationships.
- Efficiently implemented individual behaviour programs.
- Developed consistency in teacher judgment in analysing
students writing assessments.
- Developed knowledge of Professional Learning Framework
and Professional Learning Plans.
- Created formative assessment proformas.

2015 (30 days)

Professional Experience II
St Josephs Primary School, Alstonville, NSW- Stage 3
- Adapted teaching strategies to effectively work in an open
learning classroom environment.

2014 (15 days)

Work collegially with other stage teachers in team teaching

setting.
Visited the Schools Aspect Autistic Spectrum Unit.
Managed Stage 3 Garden Group.

Professional Experience I
Alstonville Primary School, Alstonville, NSW Kindergarten
- Guided teaching of small and large student groups
- Recognising the importance of reflections
- Gathering and understanding of policy documents

Employment History
2004-2016

Retail Assistant, Waitress, Food Assistant (Deli), Cashier, Barista

Completed various full time, part time and casual positions across busy frontline retail
and hospitality roles including 12 months employment in the United Kingdom.
Key achievements
- Managing Sportsgirl Byron Bays social media platform.
- Provide exceptional customer service to a diverse clientele within tight deadlines.
- Strong time management skills, commitment and sustained focus, evidenced by
ability to successfully manage employment at multiple workplaces during the
same period.
- Showed initiative and responsibility, trusted to complete open and close
procedures independently.
- Demonstrated attention to detail through accurate order taking and cash handling.
- Follow strict health and safety guidelines.
- Regularly asked to assist in the training of new staff.
- Managed junior staff members.
Other

Qualifications
Child Protection
BRiTE
Wellness Warriors (SCU)
Anaphylaxis Training
Aust Swim Coach (Completing May 2016)

Volunteer Experience
SCU School Host School of Education 2015
Stellar Program 2014
Ronald McDonald House, Newcastle 2016
Current Memberships
- Teachers are Gold
- NSW Teachers Federation
Interest and Hobbies
- Involvement in various sports including netball, hockey, water polo, ultimate
Frisbee and swimming
- Crafts and weaving
- Learning to play the Ukulele
Referees
To be confirmed

Ellen Henry

T: 0423662726

E: e.henry.10@student.scu.edu.au