Amy Dodd
Higashimatsushima
Summary
Knowledgeable Native English Teacher with over 5 years of experience teaching students language and literature. Proficient in teaching English Language Arts, English as a Foreign Language, English as a Second Language, Biology, Science and Music. Proficient in lesson planning, lesson preparation, curriculum and material development, making, marking and grading exams. Motivated to help students develop a high level of proficiency in any subject matter. Invited to join Griffith University Honours College for outstanding academic achievement.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teacher
Toei Gakuen
07.2024 - Current
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
Daycare Teacher's Assistant
Kids Club Child Care Skytower
06.2020 - 07.2021
- Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
- Promoted learning and social development through structured and unstructured playtime.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
English Teacher
Global Step Academy
04.2018 - 04.2022
- Led interesting and diverse activities to engage students in course material.
- Adapted lesson plans and curricula to student interests, engagement and ability.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learner needs, ensuring all students had equal access to education opportunities.
- Mentored new teachers within the department, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching methods.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary curriculum, resulting in enriched learning experiences for students.
Music Teacher
Musicians Oasis
06.2012 - 06.2019
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions and chords.
- Tailored instruction to meet individual student needs and cultivated inclusive learning environment.
Registered Nurse/Ophthalmic Assistant
Pulse Health
12.2011 - 07.2012
- Administered eye medications for dilation and treatment.
- Presented preliminary medical evaluation of clinical patients, delivering comprehensive reports to physicians.
Registered Nurse
QLD Health
01.2010 - 12.2010
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
University Tutor
University Of Southern Queensland
01.2006 - 07.2007
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing innovative teaching techniques and incorporating real-world examples.
- Promoted self-directed learning by maintaining an organized and stimulating learning environment for individual study sessions and group work.
- Developed tailored tutoring strategies for diverse student needs, contributing to marked improvements in academic performance.
- Established trusting relationships with tutees through active listening skills, empathy, and personalized support, ultimately fostering academic success.
Teacher Aide
Urangan State High School
01.2002 - 12.2002
- Assisted in lessons, planning and development of curriculum and homework for English and Language Arts classes at high school level.
- Provided targeted instruction on pronunciation, intonation, and accent reduction to enhance students' overall communication skills in English.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
Teacher Aide
Bundaberg North State High School
03.2001 - 12.2001
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Enhanced student understanding of Japanese language and culture by incorporating engaging multimedia resources in lessons.
- Increased student proficiency in spoken Japanese through interactive conversation activities and one-on-one feedback sessions.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to address diverse learning needs of the students in the class.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students..
Store Trainer/Assistant Manager
Domino's Pizza
01.1999 - 02.2001
- Improved store efficiency by developing and implementing comprehensive training programs for new employees.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by delivering personalized in-store training sessions to address specific needs and preferences.
- Streamlined onboarding process for new hires, reducing time spent on initial orientation and ensuring a smoother transition into their roles.
- Evaluated employee performance through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback and targeted recommendations for improvement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Japanese
Curtin University
Perth, Australia (Online)02-2027
Graduate Certificate in TESOL -
Griffith University
Queensland, Australia (Online)07-2026
Diploma - Early Childhood Care And Education (Not Completed)
TAFE QLD
AustraliaBachelor of Medical Laboratory Science -
Griffith University
Gold Coast, AustraliaBachelor of Nursing -
University Of Southern Queensland
Hervey Bay, Australia05.2010
Certificate 4 in Beauty Therapy -
Australian Institute of Applied Science
Brisbane, AustraliaSkills
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Lesson Planning
- Curriculum Development
- Exam Marking
- Test Preparation
- Classroom Management
- Highly Academic & Professional
- 100% Commitment to Students
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Administrative Support
- Excellent Time Management
- Customer and Client Relations
- Japanese Lower-intermediate Fluency (JLPT N4 equiv)
- Excellent Apple Mac & Windows PC Skills
Visa Status
Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/Int'l Services
Expires 8 May 2027
Awards/ Achievements
JLPT N5 - 2018
Invited to join Griffith University Honours College 2021
Hobbies
Hobbies: Arts and crafts, painting, cooking, photography, jewellery making
Interests: Japan - Japanese culture, language, food, customs and traditions.
Other interests: Music - playing piano and oboe, singing/karaoke, science and studying Japanese language.
Languages
English
Native language
Japanese
Intermediate
B1
References
Debbie Goodman – Head of Online Operations - GSA Japan
deborah.goodman@gsacademy.com
Stewart Mitchell - High School Teacher (Retired) - Urangan State High School
silverbluemyth@gmail.com
Michelle Garratt – Director of Nursing
clinicalservices@lbpch.com.au
Timeline
English Teacher
Toei Gakuen
07.2024 - Current
Daycare Teacher's Assistant
Kids Club Child Care Skytower
06.2020 - 07.2021
English Teacher
Global Step Academy
04.2018 - 04.2022
Music Teacher
Musicians Oasis
06.2012 - 06.2019
Registered Nurse/Ophthalmic Assistant
Pulse Health
12.2011 - 07.2012
Registered Nurse
QLD Health
01.2010 - 12.2010
University Tutor
University Of Southern Queensland
01.2006 - 07.2007
Teacher Aide
Urangan State High School
01.2002 - 12.2002
Teacher Aide
Bundaberg North State High School
03.2001 - 12.2001
Store Trainer/Assistant Manager
Domino's Pizza
01.1999 - 02.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Japanese
Curtin University
Graduate Certificate in TESOL -
Griffith University
Diploma - Early Childhood Care And Education (Not Completed)
TAFE QLD
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science -
Griffith University
Bachelor of Nursing -
University Of Southern Queensland
Certificate 4 in Beauty Therapy -
Australian Institute of Applied Science
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