Chevalier CollegeLeader of Learning - Technologies and VET
May. 2020Bowral, New South Wales, AustraliaAs the Leader of Learning for the Technologies Department, I oversee a diverse range of subjects that provide students with practical experiences and an understanding of contemporary and advancing technologies. My responsibilities include managing the delivery of subjects such as Agricultural Technology, Design and Technology, Food Technology, Graphics Technology, Industrial Technology, Information and Software Technology, Technology Mandatory, and Textiles Technology. I am responsible for ensuring that our curriculum focuses on the development of solutions to real-world problems and promotes collaborative problem-solving among students. By guiding students through the processes of analysing, designing, testing, documenting, implementing, and evaluating solutions, they acquire life-applicable skills and insights. A crucial aspect of my responsibilities is maintaining a strong focus on Work Health and Safety. I manage workshop compliance, staff and student safety, and oversee a large budget to ensure a secure and conducive learning environment.