Lewis Kittsen

Over the past two years I have taught the following subject areas (Year 9- 13 students): Physical Education, Social Studies and Food Technology. Woven seamlessly through the subjects I teach I have exhibited the following:

• Translating the organisational skills developed through my time in the army, into the classroom to ensure that lessons are well structured, feedback is effective and timely and formative assessment is utilised on a daily basis to inform next teaching steps
• Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests to promote a high level of engagement. My pedagogical practices are designed to develop students' metacognitive strategies so that learning is concreted into real world applications through inquiry and cross-disciplinary practices
• Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress, and used this data to inform my teaching practices
• Used my experience in the army and working as a chef to provide real world teaching experiences that promote critical thinking skills
• Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives

• Cultivated strong relationships with clients to secure repeat business through streamlined communication channels, enhanced internal information flow
• Piloted change management initiatives successfully improving organisational adaptability

• Managed the solar department, overseeing operations and ensuring seamless integration of solar energy solutions into client projects
• Led professional development sessions for staff, improving team knowledge and expertise in solar energy systems and energy-efficient solutions

• Operated and maintained a range of artillery weapons systems, ensuring accurate fire support for ground forces during combat and training operations, collaborating with fellow soldiers and maintaining safety procedures

• Assisted in marine conservation efforts, contributing positively towards the environment
• Took qualified and unqualified groups out to the diving site, monitoring weather conditions and maintaining high safety standards