Grace Edwards

16 Stella Street, Darlington, 5047

0406 988 894| edwards.a.grace@gmail.com

CAREER STATEMENT

I love learning and have a passion for helping others to reach their goals. During my University studies
I have completed three placements at St Martin’s Lutheran College (Mount Gambier), Seaton High
School and an internship at Wirreanda Secondary School. These experiences have shown me that I
am highly adaptable, resilient and capable of translating my high level Maths and Chemistry
knowledge to meet the needs of the students in my care. I am also grateful for the opportunities I
have been offered through the internship to extend myself by teaching in interdisciplinary subjects
(maths and science combined) and subject areas outside my comfort zone.

EDUCATION

2016 – 2019 Bachelor of Education (Middle & Secondary) / Bachelor of Science

Flinders University
Achievements:
 GPA: 6.33
 Chancellors Letter of Commendation
 Member of the Golden Keys Society
 Selected to participate in the final year internship program

2013 – 2015 South Australian Certificate of Education

Sacred Heart College Senior
Achievements:
 ATAR: 95.75
 A+ Merit award for Research Project
 Stage 2 Subjects: Chemistry, Mathematics, Nutrition, Italian, Musicianship, Solo
Performance, Ensemble Performance, Religion, Research Project.
 Member of:
o Jazz Band & Stage Band (instruments: trumpet & violin)
o REMAR (Social Justice and Leadership Group)

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

2019 – present Australian Education Union SA

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

January 2019 – Present Pre-Service Teacher

Wirreanda Secondary School
 Areas of teaching responsibility:
o Interdisciplinary subjects:
 Year 8 project based learning (PBL)
 Year 9 inquiry centred studies (ICS)
o Stage 1 Marine Science
o Stage 1 General Mathematics
o Numeracy Development Program (Year 9)
 Volunteer Activities
o Supporting and planning excursions
o General student supervision
 Professional development:
o DayMap
o Google aps for education
o Literacy development
o Faculty Planning Day (curriculum development)

Achievements:
 Successfully engaged 16 students in Marine Science
(integrated studied subject), a topic I had no prior knowledge
or experience in.
 Successful management of 25 students in year 9 ICS. Student
cohort had diverse range of learning needs and behavioural
issues that required me to develop tailored interventions.
 Effective collaboration with 6 other teachers to coordinate
planning of lessons for year 9 ICS physics / maths unit.
 Teaching in an interdisciplinary subject, and using research to
guide curriculum and pedagogies.

July 2018 – August 2018 Pre-Service Teacher

Seaton High School
 Areas of teaching responsibility:
o Year 8 Maths (Algebra Unit)
o Year 8 Science (Chemistry Unit)
o Year 9 Science (Chemistry Unit)

Achievements:
 Planning and management of chemicals and fire in STEM
newly built STEM space with students who had no prior
laboratory experience.
 Management of challenging behaviours in the school grounds
(high level conflict resolution required with the support of my
mentor).

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  Independent planning of units used as part of teaching
program.

October – December 2017 Pre-Service Teacher

St Martin’s Lutheran College
 Areas of teacher observations:
o Year 8 Maths
o Year 9 Maths
o Year 8 Physical Education
o Year 8/9 Music
o Stage 1 Physics
o Stage 1 Chemistry

Achievements:
 Application of my practical music skills in violin, bass and
trumpet, to a teaching environment.
 Observation of pedagogical techniques applied by a range of
teachers.
 Immersing myself in a country community.

November 2015 – April 2019 Barista and Attendant

Dulwich Bakery
 Provides high levels of customer service to a broad range of
patrons
 Ensuring strict workplace health and safety standards are
maintained
 Independent management of opening and closing the shop.
 Informal management and orientation of new staff members.

KEY SKILLS

 Proven ability to adapt to range of different environments

 Strong attention to detail and ability to adapt information to meet the needs of diverse
audiences.
 Proven experience working in teams in both educational and casual work setting.
 Demonstrated capacity to learn from mistakes and take responsibility for my actions.
 Excellent understanding of high level Mathematical Theories and Chemistry.
 Committed to building the skills and knowledge of others.
 Recognised for my willingness to listen, learn and take on feedback to develop my teaching
skills.
 Passion to differentiate learning so that it is accessible for all students.
 Experience in the planning, implementation and tuning of an interdisciplinary subject
(Inquiry Centred Studies – Maths and Science) in a highly collaborative manner.

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INTERESTS

 Sports: I enjoy playing a range of sports including netball, tennis and basketball. I am a team
captain for my netball team which involves giving direction and supporting my coaches.
These sports each involve a weekly training and match.
 Music: I play the violin, trumpet, bass guitar, and piano. I believe that music has such a
positive impact on people and I encourage as many students as possible to get involved.

REFEREES

Dr Caroline Dean
Senior Science Secondary School Teacher
Wirreanda Secondary School
Contact Number: 8329 7200
Email: Caroline.dean286@schools.sa.edu.au
Mentor Teacher

Tamara Martin
Senior Maths Secondary School Teacher
Wirreanda Secondary School
Contact Number: 8329 7200
Email: Tamara.Martin812@schools.sa.edu.au
Mentor Teacher

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