Incorporated current trends and data surrounding early literacy into teaching reading and writing classes for Kindy-Year 3 students where lessons plans did not yet suffice.
Developed detailed and specific reading and writing lesson plans for 1 on 1 and group classes across the centre for future use at the centre.
Assisted with administrative duties of the centre ; evaluated operational practices and identified improvement opportunities to develop revisions for systems and procedures.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Regional School District 17
10.2019 - 12.2019
Fill in for head teachers in their absence; adhere to all instructions from the head teacher; communicate with head teacher how the day went and report any issues or concerns.
Supervise a class of 15-20 students anywhere from Kindergarten to Year 12; monitor and assist students with in-class assignments
When applicable, teach a lesson to the students and provide an activity for them to work on what was taught
Research Assistant
UNSW School Of Education, Dr. Paul Evans
02.2016 - 12.2017
Developed a series of four surveys which were disseminated to approximately 500 university music students; created email campaigns to administer surveys; compiled the data collected in a statistical software for analysis; conducted preliminary analysis on data.
Organized the distribution and return of video cameras which will be used to in a microanalysis study of students’ music practice; created a secure online database for video storage.
Research Assistant
UNSW School Of Education, Prof. Andrew Martin
02.2015 - 06.2015
Conducted in-depth literature reviews for published journal articles and book chapters; utilized hundreds of academic articles/books; obtained most up-to-date research literature; organized relevant information into concise literature summary using academic evidence and support.
Coordinated data collection for three schools across Australia; maintained professional communication with liaisons; organized consent form delivery and survey administration.
Analyzed survey data from over 150 participants; utilized multiple advanced statistical software programs; interpreted data outputs; assessed meaning of data as it pertains to studied population and research thesis.
Helped with ethics applications and responses to ethics committees.
Volleyball Coach
Multiple Clubs And Programs
02.2017 - 05.2024
Improved team performance by developing and implementing strategic game plans and practice sessions.
Developed players' teamwork abilities by organizing team-building activities and fostering a positive team culture; created positive and encouraging environment to motivate athletes to give best efforts.
Develop clear learning goals for each training and provide players with multiple opportunities to work towards those goals.
Babysitter
Multiple Families
01.2022 - 12.2023
Offered age-appropriate, fun and educational activities for children
Engaged kids on excursions out of the house for fun and enjoyment such as local parks and animal sanctuary
Adapted to diverse family structures, cultural backgrounds, and parenting styles to ensure a nurturing environment for all children under care.
Maths and English Tutor
Ezy Math Tutoring
02.2019 - 05.2019
Aid students in developing multiple learning strategies that they can use in order to help them in the classroom as well as with assessments and assignments.
Provide students with general knowledge surrounding maths, English, or psychology content ranging from year 1 to year 12.
Teach students how to apply the general knowledge that they learn through the tutoring sessions and in school in the real world.
Live-In Nanny
Multiple Families
06.2020 - 12.2021
Created and implemented diverse educational strategies to boost development
Applied positive behaviour management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development
Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
Education
Ph.D. - Education
University Of New South Wales
Kensington, NSW
07.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Northeastern University
Boston, MA, USA
12.2015
Skills
Microsoft Office
Research and Analytical Skills
Project Management
Multitasking and Time Management
Attention to Detail
Writing and Communication
Strong Motivation
Leadership and Management
CPR and First Aid Certified Since 2014
Anaphylaxis Trained Since 2018 (AUS)
Accomplishments
Martin, A. J., Bostwick, K. C. P., Collie, R. J., & Tarbetsky, A.L. (2016). Implicit Theories of Intelligence. In V Zeigler-Hill & T. K. Shackelford (Eds). Encyclopedia of Personality and Individual Differences.
Tarbetsky, A. L., Collie, R. J., & Martin, A. J. (2016). The role of implicit theories of intelligence and ability in predicting achievement for Indigenous (Aboriginal) Australian students. Contemporary Educational Psychology, 47, 61-71.
Tarbetsky, A. L., Martin, A. J., & Collie, R. J. (2017). Social and emotional learning, social and emotional competence, and students’ academic outcomes: The roles of psychological need satisfaction, adaptability, and buoyancy. Social and emotional learning in Australia and the Asia-Pacific: Perspectives, programs and approaches, 17-37.
Martin, A. J., Collie, R. J., Durksen, T. L., Burns, E. C., Bostwick, K. C., & Tarbetsky, A. L. (2019). Growth goals and growth mindset from a methodological-synergistic perspective: lessons learned from a quantitative correlational research program. International Journal of Research & Method in Education, 42(2), 204-219.