Kiriaki Kousouraki
Vrilissia
Summary
My name is Kiriaki Kousourakis and I have more than 20 years of teaching experience in Australia and overseas, providing educational programs in the areas of Language Acquisition and Humanities for Primary and Secondary students (MYP, DP and A Levels) as well as having managed the Language Development Team in Oakleigh Grammar School (2006-2020). My objective as an educator is to create an interesting, authentic learning environment for students to confidently use their skills while at the same time promoting global awareness and cultural understanding. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. I am currently working at a private school in Athens as a Geography and Language teacher.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Geography Teacher
Byron College
08.2023 - Current
- Maintained record of student academic progress for development of report cards and monitoring of academic progress over time.
- Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills through the use of engaging group projects and debates on global issues.
- Met departmental and program deadlines according to institutional reporting requirements.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Increased student understanding of geographical concepts by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lesson plans.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Promoted positive and productive relationships with service area businesses, industries and agencies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected geography with other subject areas such as history, science, and social studies.
Geography/LOTE Teacher
St Catherine’s British School
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
English Teacher
Ellinogermaniki Agogi
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
Head of Language Acquisition
Oakleigh Grammar
07.2006 - 12.2020
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours that would include weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Teacher (English /TESOL)
My School- TESOL Language and Activities Centre
09.2001 - 06.2006
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
English Teacher & Researcher
Ellinogermaniki Agogi
09.2000 - 06.2002
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
Educational Programs Coordinator
RMIT University
09.1997 - 07.2000
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
- Tracked records, filed documents and maintained communication between clients to manage office activities.
- Collaborated with department heads to develop strategic plans aligning with overall department objectives, fostering a unified approach toward shared goals.
- Developed comprehensive reports for senior management, enabling informed decision-making based on data-driven insights.
Education
Master of Education (Information Technology) - Education & ICT
University of Melbourne
Melbourne, Australia01.2005
Master of Education (Thesis) - Educational Research
RMIT University
Melbourne, Australia01.2003
Graduate Diploma in Education -
The University of Melbourne
Melbourne, Australia01.1996
Bachelor of Arts - Majors in Classical Studies, Political Science, Su
The University of Melbourne
Melbourne, Australia1995
Skills
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
- Team building and Managing
- Student welfare
- Creative and Critical thinking
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Problem-solving skills
- Student Motivation and Support
- Design and Implement new programs
- Publishing (reports, articles for newspapers, educational material for teachers)
Accomplishments
Teacher Champion: One of 80 teachers from around Australia to participate and create the Scootle Community an educational platform that provides Australian schools with more than 20,000 digital resources aligned to the Australian Curriculum created by Education Australia and funded by the Australian Government Department of Education. https://www.scootle.edu.au/ec/p/home
Department of Education's Early Childhood Languages Program. Part of a team creating resources through the Modern Languages Teachers Association of Victoria “The Juice Bar - Online multi language learning suite”. https://fuse.education.vic.gov.au/ResourcePackage/ByPin?pin=8LRKQ7
Presenter in a variety of educational seminars
Teaching English to newly arrived students in Australia: https://nobleparkels.vic.edu.au/campuses/springvale-campus/
Teaching English to adults: https://www.acevic.org.au/
Language Examiner for the Department of Education VIC, Entry to University Language Exams for the Year 12 students.
Team member for the update of the VCE Greek Language Study Design, Victorian Language and Assessment Authority, Department of Education Australia. https://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/curriculum/vce/vce-study-designs/greek/Pages/Index.aspx
Additional Information
Teaching English to newly arrived students in Australia: https://nobleparkels.vic.edu.au/campuses/springvale-campus/, Teaching English to adults: https://www.acevic.org.au/, Language Examiner for the Department of Education VIC, Entry to University Language Exams for the Year 12 students., Team member for the update of the VCE Greek Language Study Design, Victorian Language and Assessment Authority, Department of Education Australia: https://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/curriculum/vce/vce-study-designs/greek/Pages/Index.aspx, The use of ICT in an Educational Context. Innovation and Connectivity including Information Technology and Society, Computers and Curriculum, Online Education and Training, Teaching with Information Technology., The Professionalisation Process and Greek Ethnic Schools: The Changes Towards Professionalisation in the Greek Ethnic Schools in Melbourne in the late 1990s., Teaching Methods: TESOL (EAL) and Social Sciences (Humanities), Majors in Classical Studies, Political Science, Sub-major: Translation
Professional Portfolio
https://kkousourakis.wixsite.com/website-1
Awards And Special Participations
- 2020: Department of Education and Training: Part of a team for the write up of the Career Education Framework: https://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/curriculum/vce/vce-study-designs/Pages/CollaborativeCurriculumandAssessmentFrameworkforLanguages.aspx
- 2020: Presenter MGTAV: “Second Language Learning breaking the rules: Accelerating learning in novice learners.”
- 2020: Presenter MGTAV: “Online Presentation- VCE Examination Part 3: Writing”.
- 2020: Elected Secretary of the Modern Greek Teachers Association of Victoria.
- 2019: Department of Education's Early Childhood Languages Program. Part of a team creating resources through the Modern Languages Teachers Association of Victoria “The Juice Bar - Online multi language learning suite”: https://fuse.education.vic.gov.au/ResourcePackage/ByPin?pin=8LRKQ7
- 2019: Presenter at the Greek Community Seminar on The Greek Language in Australia: Past, Present and Future.
- 2018: Presenter at the Modern Greek Teachers Association of Victoria. Asking the right questions: From the Socratic Method to Concept Checking.
- 2015-2018: Presenter at the VCE Greek Seminar for the Modern Greek Teachers Association of Victoria.
- 2017: Department of Education Victoria creating the new Greek VCE Study Design for Victorian students sitting university entry examinations as well as the new Study Advise for teachers.
- 2014: Presenter at the Modern Languages Teachers Association of Victoria “Storytelling: An old technique a new Delivery”.
- 2013: Teacher Champion: One of 80 teachers from around Australia to participate and create the Scootle Community an educational platform that provides Australian schools with more than 20,000 digital resources aligned to the Australian Curriculum created by Education Australia and funded by the Australian Government Department of Education: https://www.scootle.edu.au/ec/p/home
References
- Mr Kevin Lock, Head of Humanities Department, St Catherines British School, Athens, kevin.lock@stcatherines.gr
- Mr Peter Dickinson, Deputy Principal, Oakleigh Grammar, Melbourne, pdickinson@oakleighgrammar.vic.edu.au, 00613 9569 6128
- Mr Dean Damatopoulos, Year 6&7 Coordinator, Oakleigh Grammar, Melbourne, ddamatopoulos@oakleighgrammar.vic.edu.au, 00613 9569 6128, +61423696633
- Ms Eleni Stephanidou, Curriculum Coordinator, Sts Anargiri School, Melbourne, EStefanidou@stsanargiriglc.vic.edu.au, +61405163578
Music, Singing, Painting, Hiking
I enjoy painting with watercolors and traditional Adoriginal painting. Singing and music is a great way to relax and I enjoy being close to nature.
Languages
English, Greek
Native language
French
Beginner
A1
German
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Geography Teacher
Byron College
08.2023 - Current
Geography/LOTE Teacher
St Catherine’s British School
08.2022 - 08.2023
English Teacher
Ellinogermaniki Agogi
07.2021 - 08.2022
Head of Language Acquisition
Oakleigh Grammar
07.2006 - 12.2020
Teacher (English /TESOL)
My School- TESOL Language and Activities Centre
09.2001 - 06.2006
English Teacher & Researcher
Ellinogermaniki Agogi
09.2000 - 06.2002
Educational Programs Coordinator
RMIT University
09.1997 - 07.2000
Master of Education (Information Technology) - Education & ICT
University of Melbourne
Master of Education (Thesis) - Educational Research
RMIT University
Graduate Diploma in Education -
The University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Arts - Majors in Classical Studies, Political Science, Su
The University of Melbourne
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