Jade Whitehead has over 10 years of experience as a secondary teacher in Australia. She has taught a variety of subjects including English, science, humanities, mathematics and music. She has held temporary positions as a College Organizer and enjoys developing positive relationships between staff, parents and students. Jade is committed to education and student achievement. She has undertaken extensive professional development training to enhance her teaching skills.

1. 78 Davey Drive
Trafalgar VIC 3824
0431873879
jadelwhitehead@live.com.au
http://jadelwhitehead.wix.com/jadewhitehead
JADE WHITEHEAD
PERSONAL
VALUES, SKILLS
AND INTERESTS
Team player; an effective organiser who works well with the Leadership team and who respects
colleagues and other members of the school community
A visceral understanding of how students learn and achieve success based on experience; understanding
of educational theory; personal example; common sense; empathy and genuine interest in and care for
every student
Commitment to education as the means to elevate any individual
Developing a genuine synergy between staff, parents and students to create positive educational
outcomes
Demonstrated versatility, initiative and entrepreneurial skills
Demonstrated empathy and positive relationships with students, colleagues, and members of the
community
A high level of proficiency in Information, Communication and Technology (ICT)
Interests and hobbies include: Rotary, writing, music (flute, guitar, piano), travelling, baking, reading,
community and charity work, gardening, Greyhound Adoption Program (GAP)
PAST EXPERIENCE LAVALLA CATHOLIC COLLEGE
July 2016 - Present
College Organiser (Temporary Replacement)
LAVALLA CATHOLIC COLLEGE
January 2015 – Present
Year 7 English, Science, Humanities, Mathematics, Religious Education, Music (Instrumental), Pastoral
Care and REMAR Red Helm
KASEBERG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (CALIFORNIA)
January 5th
– 6th
2016
Volunteer Fourth and Fifth Grade teacher. American History, Music, Science and English.
DROUIN SECONDARY COLLEGE
October 2014
Year 7 English, Year 10 History, Year 10 Geography

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TRARALGON SECONDARY COLLEGE (SENIOR CAMPUS)
February – May 2014
VCE Business Management, Year 10 History, Year 10 English, Year 11 Sociology, Year 12 VCE Legal Studies,
Year 10 Math and Science, Year 11 Physics and Science
HEALESVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
May – September 2011
Year 9 English, Year 9 History, Year 10 English, Year 10 History, VCE English, Year 7-10 Science
PAKENHAM SECONDARY COLLEGE
August 2010
Years 7 – 12 (VCE) English and Humanities, Years 7 – 10 Science
EDUCATION DEAKIN UNIVERSITY
2009 – 2014 Bachelor of Teaching (Secondary)/Bachelor of Arts
DROUIN SECONDARY COLLEGE
2003 – 2008 VCE subjects comprised of English, Solo Music (Flute), Legal Studies, Psychology, Biology,
Chemistry, Math Methods, and Further Math.
PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT
(PREVIOUS TWO
YEARS)
 Practical Strategies to Teach Effectively – Greg Mitchell
 What Does a Principal Expect of Early Career Teachers? – Dr Ian Lillico
 Managing Difficult Conversations With Parents and Peers – David Vinegrad
 High Prevalence of Mental Issues Amongst Students and Their Significant Impact on
Teaching and Learning – Jules Haddock
 How to Reduce Teacher Workload and Manage Stress – Sally Learey
 Effectively Managing and Dealing With Very Difficult Students – David Vinegrad
 What All Teachers Need to Know About How to Avoid Being Sued – Dr Kim Teh
 What All Phenomenally Successful Teachers Have in Common – Greg Mitchell
 Member of Marist Lay Partnership – Lavalla Catholic College
 Maths Pathway Shuhari Professional Development Course
 Mindfulness Professional Development – Dr Craig Hassed
 Disability Standards for Education (Junior Secondary Schools) – University of Canberra
 Secondary Graduates Conference – CEO Sale
 Closing the Achievement Gap Using Formative Assessment – Kathy Perez
 Leading the Way for Inclusion: Instructional Applications for Student Success – Kathy
Perez
 Creating Friendly Schools: A Whole-school Approach to Bullying Prevention – Erin
Erceg
 Tablet Teaching – Nancy Frey
 Teaching Students to Write Like Detectives – Nancy Frey
 Having Hard Conversations – Jennifer Abrams
 Laying the Foundation for School Improvement – Anthony Muhammad

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 Literacy 2.0 – Nancy Frey
 Managing Difficult Parents – David Vinegrad
 Cued Articulation – Helen Botham
 Music and Movement – Lisa Andraczke
 Differentiophobia – Jo Prestia
 MindMatters (Understanding the Impact of Trauma on Learning Briefing) – The
Australian Childhood Foundation
 Introduction to Autism – Positive Partnerships
 Deakin University Education Conference
 Teacher’s Toolbox – Coby Beatson
 Pinterest for Teachers (my own publication)
 School Refusal (my own publication)
LEADERSHIP Elected as representative on the Curriculum Working Party
REMAR Red Helm
Rotary MUNA Club Councilor
Head of Social Media for Traralgon Rotary
Public Relations Team for Traralgon Rotary
Head of the Junior Debating Team
Head of Sponsorship for DUECon 2014
Leading member of the D347 Secondary Educators Network at Deakin University
Chairperson for the 2016 Pride of Workmanship Awards
Temporary College Organiser at Lavalla Catholic College (June – August 2016)

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REFERENCES JENNY SUTTON
Timetabler & College Organiser, Lavalla Catholic College
Jenny and I have worked closely together while I was filling in as temporary Collage
Organiser from June – August 2016. Jenny can attest to my attention to detail,
organisational skills, ability to take on feedback, and aptitude for the position of Daily
Organiser.
suttjen1@lavalla.vic.edu.au
BIRGIT SIM
College Organiser, Lavalla Catholic College
Birgit and I have worked closely together while I was filling in as temporary Collage
Organiser from June – August 2016. Birgit can attest to my attention to detail,
organisational skills, ability to take on feedback, and aptitude for the position of Daily
Organiser.
simbir1@lavalla.vic.edu.au
KAYLENE MUSTOE
Colleague, Lavalla Catholic College
Kaylene and I have worked alongside each other since my induction here at Lavalla. She
and I have collaborated on curriculum and lesson plans for Humanities, English, and
Religious Education as well as the development of parent/student/teacher relationships.
Kaylene can attest to my work ethic, dedication to my profession and willingness to
take on all forms of feedback.
mustkay1@lavalla.vic.edu.au
ADRIANA BIANCONI
Colleague and 2015 Mentor
Adriana was my mentor throughout 2015 and helped me to adjust to teaching practices.
Adriana can attest to my work ethic, personal dedication to student welfare, and
willingness to ‘go the extra mile’
bianadr1@lavalla.vic.edu.au