KERRY DASBOROUGH

M: 0438 429 194 | E: kerrydasbo@gmail.com

GET TO KNOW ME

I am a very well-rounded individual with experience in dance, music, sport and service. I am a hardworking
and optimistic person who loves the outdoors, and enjoys camping, hiking, and water sports. I have been
part of various choirs, music ensembles and have played the flute for over 14
years. My sporting background lies in netball, and swimming where my most recent achievement was the
Rottnest Channel Swim Crossing in 2014, 2015, and 2020. I love to travel and spent time studying in Oregon,
USA, and taken two trips to the Marshall Islands assisting with surfing charters and reef shark conservation.
These experiences have given me life skills and knowledge that I hope to bring to the classroom and share
with students.

In time, it is my hope to become a lead teacher with vast knowledge in multiple subjects and to be a role
model for students and colleagues alike. I am organized with good time management skills. I am a good
communicator and am systematic in my approach to teaching and learning. I am reliable and consistent in
my work ethic and value working as a team

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently completing my final semester at the University of Notre Dame Australia studying a Bachelor of
Education (Secondary) (double major in HASS and Religious Education) / Bachelor of Science (major in
Environmental Science).
• Accreditation to teach religious education in a Catholic School
• Semester of study completed at the University of Portland, Oregon, USA (2017)
• Completion of year 12 ATAR at Iona Presentation College (2010 - 2015)

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Current Working with Children Check

• Current Police Clearance
• Special minister of the Catholic Church
• First Aid: HLTAID001; HLTAID002; HLTAID003
• Qualified coastal lifeguard
• AUSTSWIM qualified swimming instructor and instructor of infants
• Achievement of seven Australian Music Examinations Board Flute exams
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M: 0438 429 194 | E: kerrydasbo@gmail.com

AWARDS AND LEADERSHIP

• Catholic Education Commission of WA Scholarship with the University of Notre Dame Australia
• Year 12 ATAR DUX Geography Award (Iona Presentation College)
• Award for most consistent effort (Iona Presentation College)
• Year 12 student councilor and peer support leader (Iona Presentation College)

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY AND RELVELVANT PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

• Cockburn ARC | Swimming Instructor | 2018 – present

• Roar Fitness 247 | Swimming Instructor | 2016 – present
• Department of Education | Swimming Instructor | 2015 – 2020

My role as a swimming instructor include management of a class size between one to ten students both in
and out of the water at swimming pools and the beach, organization and planning of lessons following
different curriculums, and communication with parents/ guardians and supervisors regarding the progress
of students. Age levels taught range between 3 years to adult classes. I have also had experience in special
needs swimming education where I have worked with students who require one-on-one lessons and
instruction. I have had the opportunity to work in a supervising role where my responsibilities included
managing concerns of families, enrolling students and inputting student progress into computer systems. I
have been involved in multiple professional development opportunities focussing on swimming skill
development, communication and relationships with parents, and helping students with transition phases.
This has been valuable in my learning as a teacher and in my understanding of the importance of education
beyond content or skills.

• University Immersion Experience (32 weeks) (2017-2020)

Emmanuel Catholic College (2017) - During this experience I taught year 8 Geography, year 9 History, year
10 Economics, and year 8 Chemistry. I attended a two-day year 9 Bushrangers camp to Margaret River which
gave me insight into risk-management and education away from the classroom. This camp aligned with my
values of environmental education and enriched my ability to provide pastoral care.

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Byford Secondary College (2019) - Byford Secondary College was my first experience in public education and
challenged me to develop new strategies for teaching and learning that accommodated classes that required
extensive considerations for behaviour management. I had the opportunity to co-teach with another pre-
service teacher in the writing and running of a year 7 economics project over a two-week period. This project
incorporated aspects of theory that could be put into practice including assessment and rubric writing, well
scaffolded student-led learning and the organisation of a project across a whole year level.

Kolbe Catholic College (2020) - My most recent practicum experience at Kolbe Catholic College further
extended my level of responsibility within a team and as a classroom teacher. I attended the annual athletics
carnival and participated in professional development seminars regarding the use of different online
platforms and teaching strategies. I participated in moderation with my mentor teachers, assumed full
responsibility of five classes in the disciplines of HASS and Religious Education (years 8-10), and worked
alongside multiple teaching staff in planning and delivery of content.

• CBC Fremantle | Future Skills Learning Project | 2019

In 2019, I was involved in a volunteer program with CBC Fremantle, mentoring students in a Future Skills
Learning Project that gave me the opportunity to work with students in a creative environment. This
experience has developed my pastoral care skills in inspiring students to reach their full potential as
individuals and serving members of the wider community; a value that I understand St Luke’s College holds
in their vision of education.

• Roar Fitness 247 | Pool Attendant | 2017 – 2018

My responsibilities as a pool attendant included managing chemical levels in a public aquatic facility,
inputting data into computer systems and managing my own responsibilities as part of a team. This role
developed my time management skills, ability to work independently and my communication skills regarding
the health and safety of colleagues, clients and members of the facility.

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REFERENCES

Meagan Van Lamoen – HASS Teacher Shelley Alexander – HASS & RE Teacher

Kolbe Catholic College Kolbe Catholic College

E: m.vanlamoen@kolbe.wa.edu.au E: s.alexander@kolbe.wa.edu.au

Simone Campbell – Swim School Supervisor

Roar Fitness 247

M: 0452 075 133