Consultant

Extensive knowledge across all literacy, numeracy and inquiry teaching makes Andrea a valuable resource in any school. Her passion, expertise and ability to simplify the message has encouraged many Professional Learning Teams.

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Teaching in Classrooms

Continual research into how children learn means teaching techniques and resources must keep pace with new best practices so improved student outcomes are achieved. Andrea stays at the forefront of this new information so she can work with teachers in the classroom and help them plan their lessons, set goals and use the proven techniques to improve student engagement and outcomes. Having taught for several years, her instant rapport with teachers means results are obtained quickly and seamlessly. As Andrea models progressive teaching methods and reviews these later, teachers begin to see the value in adapting and reshaping. This has a profound effect on teachers as they witness the difference in their own classrooms.

Coaching

By allowing teachers to see the personal value that comes from self-development, Andrea is quickly able to create coachable teaching staff. She then reinvigorates their passion so they are in the mood to learn how to stimulate and educate the young minds in their care. Her invaluable knack for simplifying new educational theories and turning them into immediately useful classroom practices and resources means teachers are able to derive instant satisfaction as their students’ level of participation and engagement improves. This is backed up by additional collaborative reflection, facilitation and analysis.

Working with Professional Learning Teams

Understanding group dynamics and knowing how to unite team members for a common goal is one of Andrea’s key assets. By taking into account individual strengths and personalising roles within a group, she moulds teams to be at their most effective and uses contemporary tools and resources to collaboratively bring about enriched outcomes. The improvement in morale that develops is felt by all team members as they feel the job is getting done in a more integrated and professional manner. This results in the professionalism and sense of purpose that brings about job satisfaction levels Professional Learning Teams enjoy.

Working with Leadership Teams

Cohesive, capable and up-to-date School Leadership Teams are vital for the health of educational facilities. They set the tone, establish the culture and implement the strategies that directly affect teacher relations and student outcomes. Having worked across the country in government, independent, Catholic and many other schools, Andrea has developed an insightful grasp of the proven management structures and communication channels that result in motivated, skilful staff teaching engaged students whom are keen to learn. By prioritising, identifying obstacles, setting goals, educating and planning she is able to work inclusively with School Leadership Teams to create functional schools where morale and results are high.

School Curriculum Initiatives

School Curriculum Initiatives across numeracy, literacy and inquiry based learning benefit every aspect of educational life. By working with School Leadership Teams, Andrea is able to analyse data and review practices to identify areas of need and develop strategies to assist. These may then be rolled out in Professional Learning Workshops for staff to achieve a whole school approach or by concentrating coaching on individual staff and leaders. As the tailored strategy is linked to current relevant research, School Leadership Teams may be confident the outcomes are state-of-the-art and beneficial to teachers and students. Ongoing support is available.