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Teacher
Toby Dharan-Gibson

Toby Dharan-Gibson

Teacher
Sungai Tilong,Brunei-Muara

Summary

Energetic ESL Instructor experienced in teaching children from diverse range of cultures and ethnic backgrounds. Over 11 years of classroom experience at elementary and middle school levels. Excellent record of achieving reading, writing and speaking functions in student performance within set goal periods.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Primary ESL Teacher

CfBT Brunei
Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei-Muara
03.2015 - Current


  • Planned and implemented integrated ESL lessons to meet national standards.
  • Devised and implemented strategies to create and maintain cohesive school community within virtual classroom setting.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Directed after-school tutoring and mentoring program serving elementary school students.
  • Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.

Primary Classroom Teacher

Lorien Novalis School
Sydney, NSW
09.2010 - 03.2015
  • Was a class teacher for 5 years with the same students moving up with me each year from Year 1 to year 5.
  • Used music, stories, drawing, drama and crafts to enhance the learning experience and create a life long love of learning.
  • Used learning stations to incorporate colors, shapes and textures to help students develop communication skills and build relationships.
  • Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
  • Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.

Education

Post Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood Education - Education

Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, Australia
02.2009 - 11.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Humanities (Asian Studies)

Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, Australia
02.1993 - 07.1994

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University of New South Wales
Canberra, NSW
02.1991 - 11.1992

Skills

ESL- English as Second Language

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Quote

There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins

Timeline

Primary ESL Teacher

CfBT Brunei
03.2015 - Current

Primary Classroom Teacher

Lorien Novalis School
09.2010 - 03.2015

Post Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood Education - Education

Queensland University of Technology
02.2009 - 11.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Humanities (Asian Studies)

Queensland University of Technology
02.1993 - 07.1994

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University of New South Wales
02.1991 - 11.1992
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