Meet Zoe
I believe all students are capable of flourishing on their educational journey.
Having worked in numerous schools, I have seen how nurturing and targeted teaching can engage and inspire children. As a specialist additional learning needs teacher, I know that many children are struggling to access the curriculum and are feeling overloaded and overwhelmed. I aim to equip your child with a toolbox of skills and strategies, to help them better navigate the curriculum.
Helping children with diverse needs is my true passion, and I have been fortunate enough to engage in further teaching, research and staff presenting in areas of autism spectrum disorders, processing disorders, specific learning disorders in Literacy and Maths, cognitive disorders, ADD and ADHD. I have completed further training and practice in Literacy interventions such as MacQLit and the Write to Read Program.
I reside in beautiful Hampton with my husband and delightful Scottish Terrier, Bobby! He often likes to sit in on sessions (if allowed) to offer a listening ear and supportive presence to my students. Outside of educating, I’m a keen home renovator and amateur stylist. I also love music, art, cooking and travel.
Self belief, perseverance and developing a growth mindset, are key cornerstones to success. High expectations, alongside explicit and nurturing teaching, help children on the path to autonomy. Helping a child to believe in themselves is the key to success.
Credentials
■ 24 years teaching practice throughout the UK and Australia, in a diverse range of schools, teaching Prep to Grade 6.
■ Head of Early Years (prep grades) at Durston House School, London.
■ Specialist Learning Services Teacher at St Michael’s Grammar School, Melbourne.
■ Bachelor of Eduction Degree (Hons, Primary Education, Nottingham Trent University, UK).
■ Fully registered member of the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).
■ Full Accreditation with the Australian Tutoring Association (ATA).
ADDITIONAL TRAINING IN:
■ Write to Read Literacy: Certificates 1 and 2
■ THRASS
■ Jolly Phonics
■ MacqLit
■ Sounds Write Program (completion July 2023)
■ Berry Street Education; Trauma Informed Learning
FURTHER PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN:
■ Reggio Emilia: Philosophy, Practice and Implementation
■ Strengths-based learning (VIA)
■ Positive behaviour management
■ Autism spectrum disorders
■ Dyslexia
■ Dyscalculia
Implementation of presentations, workshops, and whole staff/parent training on:
■ Literacy intervention
■ Positive behaviour management
■ Trauma informed learning
■ Growth mindset and resilience
■ Positive behaviour management
■ Supporting children on the spectrum
■ Developing and implementing effective individual education plans
■ Supporting students with Dyslexia
■ Stepsweb Program
Memberships
Hi, I’m Bobby
I am a 4 year old Scottish Terrier. I love living in Hampton with my mum and dad. My sister Willa lives just down the road with my grandma. My hobbies include fetching balls, begging for treats, running into the sea, and waiting for cuddles. My favourite places are the beach and Doggy Daycare….where I hang out with my friends.
You will often find me relaxing in my bed at my grandmas, or at home snoozing on the sofa as I listen to soothing music. I am exceedingly calm and relaxed, and love listening to stories being read to me. I have visited school with my mum, and enjoyed all the kids stroking my fur. I am not much of a tail wagger, but I do flap my ears back when I’m happy, and am always willing to gently accept treats.
I know some kids may be scared of dogs, so I’m happy to go to my grandmas if they prefer.
Look forward to meeting you soon!
Areas I service
MELBOURNE BASED SPECIALIST TUTORING
I am located in the Bayside suburb of Hampton, in the south east of Melbourne. I service all areas of Melbourne for clients that can come to Hampton. Zoom sessions are unavailable at this time due to the interactive and multi-sensory nature of the sessions.
■ Beaumaris
■ Black Rock
■ Bentleigh
■ Brighton
■ Brighton East
■ Carnegie
■ Cheltenham
■ Elwood
■ Hampton
■ Hampton East
■ Highett
■ Mentone
■ Moorabbin
■ Sandringham
Ready for educational support for your child?
BOOK A COMPLIMENTARY DISCOVERY CALL BY CLICKING THE LINK BELOW.
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Specialist education services for children of all abilities.
I acknowledge the Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation as the traditional custodians of the land that I work and live on, and pay my respects to all First Nations people and Elders past, present and emerging.
