Catherine GAYTE, Senior teacher
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
With over fifteen years of experience in language teaching in Europe and Australia, from Pre-K to Advanced levels, combined with a solid training in French as a Foreign and Second Language, I demonstrate proven skills in organisation, communication and adaptability through diverse positions as MFL, EAL, French teacher in Northern/Southern Ireland as well as non-French speakers specialist primary teacher, acting assistant principal in France, and bilingual primary teacher in Australia. Dynamic and determined, I prepared and succeeded in the French School Teacher Recruitment Contest and a business management diploma the same year. Ambitious and motivated, I wish to continue my journey to leadership to complement my skills in a different Australian educational system.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
FRENCH BILINGUAL PRIMARY TEACHER
Camberwell Bilingual Primary School
Melbourne, Victoria
03.2024 - 12.2025
- Taught the Victorian curriculum to Year One and Foundation students.
- Used a variety of language teaching/learning techniques (Foreign, Second and Native language).
- Set high expectations for all students.
- Improved student outcomes using High Impact teaching Strategies.
- Prepared resources for lessons including worksheets, presentations and interactive games.
- Collaborated with special education professionals to cater for needs of differently-abled pupils in regular classrooms.
- Used technology for teaching, learning and collaboration through Google workplace, 1:1 ipads and AI applications.
- Collaborated closely with teachers in developing and implementing a bilingual curriculum.
- Worked collaboratively with teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
- Contributed to consultative meetings offering ideas for school improvements and initiatives.
- Assessed, recorded and reported regularly on child progress and attainment to encourage continuous improvement against educational goals.
- Assisted music teachers with Junior Choir and whole school assemblies.
- Participated in school-wide events to foster community spirit.
ACTING ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
Education Nationale at Cité Scolaire Jean Renoir
Bondy, Ile-de-France
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Strategic thinking for the creation, archive and follow-up of Special Educational Needs students files for Middle and Senior school.
- Inspired students and families for motivation and trust through regular meetings and collaboration.
- Set goals and expectations through individualised plans.
- Conducted liaison with school nurse and Health departments.
- Reported to Principal.
FRENCH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE Teacher
French Education nationale
Various, Seine-Saint-Denis, France
09.2018 - 08.2023
- mediation, pedagogical and coordination missions for non-French pupils, 6 to 10 year old mixed ability groups.
- Developped and implemented curriculum and sequences of learning for non-French students.
- Set high expectations for all students to inspire them towards academic achievement.
- Tailored lessons around real-life situations, making language learning more relevant and interesting.
- Encouraged and developed oral language through a variety of techniques.
- Incorporated cultural elements into curriculum to enrich language comprehension.
- Supported and coached classroom colleagues with non-French students.
- Assisted Principal with the opening of the new school and implementation of whole-school projects.
- Participated in school events, promoting the importance of multilingualism.
EARLY YEARS teacher
French Education nationale
Various, Seine-St-Denis, France
09.2010 - 08.2018
- 3 year old, 4 year old classes and Kindergarten classes including non-French speakers.
- Helped children to achieve significant improvements in language, scientific and social/emotional skills through effective use of structured play.
- Worked collaboratively with Learning Support Assistants.
- Built excellent relationships with children and family members, offering continued trust and safety.
- Assessed, recorded and reported regularly on child progress and attainment to encourage continuous improvement against educational goals.
EAL teacher
Southern Education and Library Board, N. Ireland.
Various, Armagh, Cookstown, Craigavon
09.2002 - 08.2004
- Teaching of English as an Additional Language in primary and post-primary to non-English speaking students.
Teacher of FRENCH/SPANISH IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS
Department of Education for Northern Ireland
Various, Belfast, Armagh, Tyrone, Craigavon
09.1998 - 08.2002
- Created positive learning environments through constructive behaviour management.
- Developed and edited lesson plans to adhere to school curriculum.
- Developed student vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation skills through individualised teaching to improve skills.
- Produced engaging teaching materials to support enhanced student understanding.
- Evaluated student progress by providing short quizzes, examinations and standardized tests.
- Recorded and reported on student development to monitor educational progress.
- Communicated with parents to discuss progress.
- Participated in meetings, conferences and workshops to support teamwork with teachers and staff.
ASSISTANT MANAGER
Eurolanguages College
GALWAY, IRELAND
07.1998 - 08.1998
- Assisted the manager in administrative and organisational tasks.
- Conduced regular meetings with language assistants to monitor program delivery.
SECONDARY FRENCH Teacher
Eurolanguages College
GALWAY, IRELAND
07.1996 - 08.1996
- Teaching of French as a foreign language in a summer camp context.
- Advanced level : 16 to 18 year olds.
Education
Other - French as a Second Language
Education Nationale Française
Créteil, Val-de-Marne 09.2019 - 04.2020
Concours de Recrutement de Professeur des Ecoles - Primary Teaching Certification
Education Nationale Française
Créteil, Val-de-Marne, France 09.2009 - 06.2010
Post-Graduate Certificate of Education - Secondary French
Open University
Belfast, Northern Ireland 02.1997 - 06.1998
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Languages, English/Spanish
Université Paul Valéry
Montpellier, Hérault, France 10.1988 - 09.1992
Skills
- Certified Secondary MFL teacher (UK)
- Certified Primary school teacher (France)
- French as a Second language certified
- French IT Certificate
- GCSE, A'levels exams, French/Spanish
- Mixed ability groups
- Classroom management
- Drama/singing incorporated lessons
- Cross-curricular projects
- Interpersonal skills
- Collaborative teaching and learning
Languages
French
Native
English
Fluent
Spanish
Advanced
Portuguese
Intermediate
Interests
- Musician and lead singer (concerts)
- Sport dance (leasure)
- Performing arts
Referees :
Previous French school principal :
Mélanie ARCUSA, ce.0932819j@ac-creteil.fr
0033 1.71.86.67.62
EAL referee (UK) :
Eleanor PIERCE, eleanorpierce@hotmail.com
00447753616069
Timeline
FRENCH BILINGUAL PRIMARY TEACHER
Camberwell Bilingual Primary School
03.2024 - 12.2025
ACTING ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
Education Nationale at Cité Scolaire Jean Renoir
09.2023 - 01.2024
Other - French as a Second Language
Education Nationale Française
09.2019 - 04.2020
FRENCH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE Teacher
French Education nationale
09.2018 - 08.2023
EARLY YEARS teacher
French Education nationale
09.2010 - 08.2018
Concours de Recrutement de Professeur des Ecoles - Primary Teaching Certification
Education Nationale Française
09.2009 - 06.2010
EAL teacher
Southern Education and Library Board, N. Ireland.
09.2002 - 08.2004
Teacher of FRENCH/SPANISH IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS
Department of Education for Northern Ireland
09.1998 - 08.2002
ASSISTANT MANAGER
Eurolanguages College
07.1998 - 08.1998
Post-Graduate Certificate of Education - Secondary French
Open University
02.1997 - 06.1998
SECONDARY FRENCH Teacher
Eurolanguages College
07.1996 - 08.1996
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Languages, English/Spanish
Université Paul Valéry
10.1988 - 09.1992
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