Graduate Resume Writing Sample

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Samantha Jones
Mobile: 0410 474 222
Email: sjones@kmail.com
“I provide my students with a secure, caring and stimulating space in
which to grow and mature emotionally, intellectually and socially.”
ward winning, high achieving Graduate. Attains student centred outcomes in Catholic schools,
embraces and implements emerging technology and upholds best practice. Morales and values driven
with an innate ability to motivate learners from a range of socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
Professional and approachable nature complimented by a firm yet fair approach.
EXPERTLY TRAININED IN
 Behaviour Management
 Co-Curriculum Activities
 Classroom Teaching
 ICT Implementation
 Inclusive Practise
 Learning Intentions
 Lesson Development
 Lifelong Learning
 National Curriculum
 Reflective Practise
 Student Assessment
 Student Reporting
ACADEMIC SHOWCASE
Bachelor in Educational Studies (Primary), Australian Catholic University, Brisbane Qld. 2014
Skilfully trained and received a high distinction in a range of subjects including Family Studies and
Disability, Early Childhood Leadership, Building Curriculum Connections, Creating Safe and Supportive
Schools, Teaching and Managing Learning Environments, Religious Education and The Christian Life:
Worship and Ethics.
Recent Academic Highlights
Subject: Early Childhood Leadership Result: High Distinction
Key contributor in a team of 6 which authored and produced the “Future of Early Childhood Leaders
Report” while concurrently undertaking practical placement. Undertook a leadership role and addressed
imminent communication breakdowns within the team, cultivated direction and structure, introduced
standards and advocated communication within the group. Utilised technologies to administrator
information sharing which included creating a closed online discussion group to converse with team
members on both a scheduled and ad hoc basis.
Subject: The Christian Life: Worship and Ethics Result: High Distinction
Sole assignment to identify, explore and report on the correlation between worship and ethics and the
impact on education. Personally identified and spoke with religious leaders and curated content. Released
a report which set precedence for quality standards.
Received numerous awards and accolades including Ambassador of Innovation Practicum in Australian
Catholic University (2013) and Ambassador of Community Internship (2013).
Personal adherence to professional development through committing to short courses, workshops and
seminars including Cyber Safety (2013), Religion in School (2013) and The Changing Curriculum (2013).
PRACTICUM SUMMARY
July 2013–December 2013 St Anthony’s Primary School, A Catholic School for Girls (Grade 3)
May 2012–August 2012 Resurrection Primary School, A Co Educational Catholic School (Grade 6)
April 2011–June 2012 St Mary’s Primary School, A Catholic School for Girls (Grade 3/4)
CHURCH INVOLVEMENT
Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Brisbane QLD: Attended since March 2000, contributed to a weekly
home group and served on the morning tea and bible reading rosters.
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PRACTICUM DETAILS
July 2013–December 2013 St Anthony’s Primary School, A Catholic School for Girls (Grade 3)
“Samantha always presents herself in a professional manner and was punctual and prepared for each
teaching day. Samantha has shown warmth and professionalism to students, parents and staff.”
Practicum Highlights
 Accelerated student outcomes and delivered classroom teaching to students reflective of teaching
plans while nurturing self-esteem, self-reliance and confidence.
 Devised resources and strategies for teaching and learning which included lesson plans, activities
and assessments.
 Enhanced student engagement with reading and provided students with opportunities to explore
their strengths by identifying and coordinating the School Book Club.
 Created a visual arts area within the Classroom which encouraged creative freedom through easy
access to materials.
 Identified performance standards and provided encouragement to students which allowed them to
achieve their best outcome.
 Developed and implemented behaviour management strategies which addressed specific student
behaviours in a firm yet fair manner.
 Offered the opportunity to contribute to staff meetings and fostered strong relationships with the
community and staff.
May 2012–August 2012 Resurrection Primary School, A Co Educational Catholic School (Grade 6)
“Samantha has developed an excellent rapport with her students. Her enthusiasm and maturity has helped
her design rich activities for students. Samantha has developed strong skills in planning and teaching.”
Practicum Highlights
 Embraced emerging technology in the classroom and utilised a myriad of websites and online
tools to support student learning in an engaging manner.
 Assisted all students to grow to their full potential, acknowledged student strengths and provided
the guidance to achieve.
 Applied reflective practice in conjunction with feedback from the Supervising Teacher in order to
improve delivery of lessons.
April 2011–June 2012 St Mary’s Primary School, A Catholic School for Girls (Grade 3/4)
“Samantha made herself part of the community of St. Marys staff.
Students have warmed to Samantha and responded well to her”
Practicum Highlights
 Applied reflective teaching practices and kept personal journals to review issues in the classroom
and student outcomes.
 Increased student confidence, recognised and celebrated a broad range of achievements by
employing positive reinforcement techniques and promoting group achievement.
REFERENCES
Ms Tamron Smith
Supervising Teacher
St Anthony’s Primary School
Mobile: 0400 333 222
Phone: 07 3212 2233
Mrs May Smith
Supervising Teacher
Resurrection Primary School
Mobile: 0400 321 222
Phone: 07 3212 5678
Ms Payton Louis
Professor
Australian Catholic University
Mobile: 0400 321 555
Phone: 07 3212 9988

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The Opportunity:
Samantha was applying for a position as a Graduate Teacher in the Catholic Education System.
The position advertisement stated the following:
 Applicants must ensure compliance to a 2 page limit.
 Resumes must be submitted with 3 references including contact phone.
The Client:
Samantha did not have any previous work experience. She had focussed on her studies and achieved well.
She received strong practical placement references from her supervising teachers.
The Strategy:
 The school colour was green, hence the strong use of green in the document.
 I used a capital “A” at the start to position Samantha as an “A” teacher.
 Samantha had professional photos taken so I incorporated one into the Resume.
Samantha was based in Australia and therefore documents were prepared for the Australian market.
Note: the photo used is not Samantha, it is a stock replacement.
The Result:
Samantha is currently in the interview stage of the process.