Kat MustanowClarence Gardens SA 5039

0422 754 947

kmustanow@gmail.com

https://au.linkedin.com/in/kat-mustanow-07b22466

Professional Profile

I am an enthusiastic teacher with a genuine commitment, and professional attitude, towards teaching. Having an interest focus in TESOL, and over 30 years Music teaching experience, I have developed many creative approaches and strategies that allow me to cater for a wide diversity of students’ learning needs.I believe that building positive relationships with students is paramount in a teaching and learning environment. Building a rapport with each individual student helps me to understand their strengths and weaknesses, which in turn, assists me to plan and implement lessons that meet the diverse needs of the class.I welcome the sharing of resources and collaboration with colleagues within the school community, and have the ability to work as a member of a team.

Qualifications & Education

South Australian Teachers Registration TRB Exp. 2018

Bachelor of Education (Middle Primary) DegreeUniversity of South Australia, 2015

Responding to Abuse and Neglect in Education Care Online Refresher 2016

Basic emergency life support DECD BELS Australian Red Cross Training Service 2016

Certificate IV in Small Business Management and Marketing Tea Tree Gully TAFE, 2006

Diploma of MusicFlinders St School of Music 2001

Advanced Certificate in Interior DecorationDouglas Mawson Institute, 1996

Certificate in Domestic DecorationMarleston College of TAFE, 1993

(ICT) Experience MS Office Word, Excel. PowerPoint, Adobe Photoshop Digital Stories eg. ACMI generator, Imoviemaker and Windows moviemaker Garageband, Sibelius, Audacity Weebly Class Blog, Edublog and Daymap Interactive whiteboard/ SMART board ACARA, Scootle, Curriculum organiser IMaths, Rubistar

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Career History

Unley High School Piano Teacher 2000 to current Located in Netherby, Unley High is one of the largest public high schools in South Australia.

Blackforest Primary School Piano Teacher 1994 to current Located in Blackforest, the Primary School has approximately 500 students.

Self Employed Piano Teacher 1992 to currentPrivate Piano tuition.

St John Bosco Primary School Piano Teacher 2000 to 2015 Located in Brooklyn Park, Saint John Bosco is a small R-7 Co-Educational Catholic School.

Responsibilities: Responsible for the Piano Program offered at the school Work with students with mental and physical disabilities. Liaise with School staff, parents and students Establishing successful relationships with students with a strong focus on catering lessons to the individuals

needs Striving towards quality and a high standard for students to experience their fullest potential through relevant

and appropriate repertoire Encouraging the enjoyment of Music in a caring friendly atmosphere Offering concert performance practice, AMEB examination and competition opportunities. Individual practical piano lessons and group theory lessons and musicianship. Planning and programming lesson times and concerts, taking into consideration school commitments. Recording and providing written reports on students development Book keeping

CEASA Director on the Board 2014-2015CEASA Council Member 2013-2015MTASA Council Board Member 2013-2015

Employment prior to 2005

Adelaide Russian Dance Ensemble Dance teacher/Choreographer 1998 - 2005Unley Primary School Vacation Care 2000-2003Cabra Dominican High School Piano teacher 2000-2003St Francis Primary School Piano teacher 1995-2002Nailsworth Primary School Piano teacher 1996-1998 Two Wells Primary School Piano teacher 1995-1998Plympton Primary School Piano teacher 1996-1998Immanuel College Primary Piano teacher 1995-1996St Martins Primary School Volunteer Art teacher 1993-1994