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Mr + Mrs Principal
Primary School
1 Smith Street,
Provincial Vic 3044
provincial.victoria.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au

Kate Kilkenny
Electric Avenue
Sunbury 3429
04217461745
kilkenny@hotmail.com

Dear Ms Principal,
RE: Graduate Teacher Program, Reference #10200100
It is with great pleasure that I wish to apply for the position of Graduate Classroom Teacher at
Provincial Victoria Primary.
I am aware of the positive image that Provincial Victoria Primary School holds within the Provincial
Victoria community working with many of the sporting clubs and groups as well as strong
connections with the secondary colleges. I strongly agree with the focus on literacy and numeracy
while still being able to embed the remaining domains into a meaningful curriculum. I believe in
developing the whole student through planning and assessment, while catering for their individual
needs, in accordance to their rights and responsibilities of which I can see in Provincial Victoria
primarys philosophy of commitment towards all students achieving excellence.
I would like to become part of the team that is Provincial Victoria Primary and endorse the
positive outlook for all students. Celebrating individual and group achievements is a demonstration
of the recognition of the creativity and hard work of the students. Having grown up in the Sunbury
community myself, I understand the importance of being part of this enriched culture and the
overall influence positive involvements can have on a students perception of themselves. This can
also have great inspiration towards their role in the community which can have an affirmative
impact on the students future.
I feel that with my experience, I am versatile which provides strength towards the ever adapting
current day classroom. I aim to create a student-centered, inquiry based lessons while still keeping
focus on developing the students skills in conjunction with the AusVELS curriculum. I aim to
provide a happy, safe, engaging and stimulating environment, where students are able to become
active learners, while developing independence and boosting self-esteem. I place an emphasis on
the development of a strong self-image where children feel supported and have the ability to grow
within their learning environment. I aim to achieve excellence in my role as an educator of young
students learning and development.
As a graduate teacher, I am constantly looking for ways to continue to develop pedagogy and
be engaging in my own growth and development. I look forward to new challenges that I will be
faced with in teaching and the skills and knowledge that I am able to gain through professional
development, experience, reflection and the team I have the opportunity to work with.
Yours sincerely

Kate Kilkenny
katekilkenny@hotmail.com

0423381870

Kate Kilkenny
21 The Heights
Sunbury
3429
0423381870
katekilkenny@hotmail.c
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Philosophy:
My belief is Individual results may vary. I hope to develop my philosophy towards
being able to inspire and teach children from a varied background and, individual
capabilities and intellect. I am committed towards providing the highest quality of
education for all children. I believe positive experiences in a childs early years of
schooling lay a solid foundation for their life ahead. Together with parents, I believe I
can assist the children in my class to grow into happy people that can make valuable
contributions towards their community. With use of the current curriculums, formative
and summative assessments I aim to install practices to encourage my students
towards global citizenship. Through access to the world and the community around
them via Information Technology and personal connections, each individual learner will
be able to determine their own abilities at school, within the community and also on a
worldwide scale.

Placements:
Kate maintains a consistent
approach and expectations. At
all times she remains
professional. She
demonstrated the willingness
to go the extra mile to engage
and support ALL students.
Clearly sees herself as a
lifelong learner, and possesses
a love of learning.
Nathalie Parry
Mentor teacher 2015

2012

1 week

Springside K-9 College

Prep

2013

3 weeks

Goonawarra Primary School

Year 3

2014

4 weeks

Goonawarra Primary School

Year 5/6

2015

4 weeks

Gisborne Montessori School

Year 4/5/6

2015

4 weeks

Springside K-9 College

Year 4

Employment History:
Teacher Aide
2012 - 2014 ANZUK, Melbourne,
Casual relief Teachers Aide. This involved tight time management ensuring I was at
the school and ready for the days events
Assisting in the supervision of education activities, under direction of the teacher.
Assisting teaching staff with playground and bus supervision.
Assisting in preparing, storing, making available and cleaning away teaching
equipment and materials.
Displaying respect and empathy for students with high level needs as well as
exhibiting confidentiality, tact, reliability, and sensitivity to students and their families.
Specific Literacy and Numeracy Duties included:
Support for teacher in providing learning materials for students at risk.
Working with small groups as well as individual students.
Use of computers while working with students.

Kate has a presence in the

classroom. She has developed
relationships with the students
while establishing boundaries
and expectations for learning.
This is not an easy thing to do
however she managed it
brilliantly. Kates commitment
to both her own learning and
the learning of the students is
outstanding.
Danielle Germaine
Mentor teacher 2015

OSH Assistant
2012 - 2014 OSHClub Before & After School Care, Melbourne.
Implementing program plans and healthy eating plans.
Supporting the coordinator in day to day running of the program.
Engaging children whilst ensuring their safety.
Building relationships with parents and their school community.
Attending training at OSHClub head office.

katekilkenny@hotmail.com

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After just a few days working
with the class, Kate knew the
names and the students
evidently felt comfortable
around her and knew they
could approach her at any
time.
Lauren Baird
Mentor teacher 2013

Kate has done an incredible

job this camp and should be
very proud. She worked
wonderfully with her cocoordinator and brought great
energy to all involved in
camps
Natasha Knapic
Diabetes Camp Volunteer
2014

Activities Coordinator
1999 Ongoing. Diabetes Australia, Victoria
To identify and meet camper and volunteers needs, including being a patient and
enthusiastic role model by giving them direction, resources and leadership.
To carry out camp programs, plans and activities such as:
Schedule groups for all activity periods.
Oversee all skill areas ensuring quality, safety and fun.
Ensure the program equipment is maintained and in good working condition
Fulfill staff administrative role.
Parent, Camps Coordinator and Volunteer communication: face to face, email
and phone.
Facilitate check-in/check-out and training day records.
Submit camp activity plans, group set up lists and debrief records of the weeks
events.
Leads nightly debrief meetings.

Arena Entrance Coordinator

2005 Ongoing. Falls Festival, Lorne, Victoria.
To ensure that all patrons entering the Main Arena via Arena Entrance A, B or C are
wearing legitimate wristbands or lanyards.
Work with security to ensure prohibited items are not brought into the Main Arena.
Communicate the importance of checking all patrons to staff and volunteers, while
maintaining a friendly and upbeat environment.
Represent the festival in a positive manner, embodying its ethics at all times.
Have a thorough understanding of emergency response procedures.
Manage staff and volunteers, ensuring that anyone who works over four hours
receives a half hour break.
Attend all scheduled coordinator briefings and other relevant meetings as well as
actively manage and assess staffing levels throughout each shift, asking staff to
move areas, change duties or finish early when they are no longer required.

Education:
2012 - 2015 Latrobe University, Bundoora, Melbourne
Bachelor of Education Primary Teaching
1999 United Recruitment, Melbourne
Certificate II in Childrens Services

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Professional Development:
What a fantastic lesson! I love
the drama effect you brought
to this learning and the
students responded well. I
particularly liked the way you
kept challenging their ideas.
Well Done.
Marita Ryan
Mentor Teacher 2014

2013 Australian Education Union Student Teacher Conference

Workshops:

Dont Just Teach Inspire!

Include Sustainability in your Teaching.
Integrating ICT in the Classroom
Engage and extend Your Students Through Technology
Setting Up For Success!
What You Need to Have For Week One
The Road Ahead
From Surviving to Thriving
2015 Australian Education Union Student Teacher Conference
Workshops:

Partnering Positively with Parents

Finding your inner Yoda
Collecting the Evidence
Assessment and making a professional judgement

References:
Marita Ryan

Placement Mentor Teacher

2014

0428 670 272

Ryan.marita.c@edumail.vic.gov.au
Marita is able to make comment on my successful practical placement at Goonawarra
Primary School in term 3 of 2014
Nathalie Parry

Placement Mentor Teacher

2015

0431 960 911

C3g@gisbornemontessori.vic.edu.au
Nathalie is able to make comment on my successful practical placement at
Gisborne Montessori School based on teaching a diverse group with an
alternative curriculum.
Kate Clarke

Diabetes Camp Activities

Coordinator

0417 100 686

katejclarke@hotmail.com
Kate is able to make comment on my work with Diabetes Camps Victoria, my
ability to work with a large number of volunteers and children and also my
communication skills.

katekilkenny@hotmail.com

0423381870