Experience

Secondary Teaching
I have decades of experience as a teacher. I have worked in state schools and independant schools all over Melbourne. In my time, I have specialised in

• English
• Literature
• ESL
• Politics
• History
• Literacy

VCE Examining
I have been a VCE examiner for many years, and have seen lots of wonderful writing as well as almost every possible mistake. This experience has really helped me develop confidence in leading students to better grades.

VCE Revision Lecturer
I have given revision lectures at places ranging from The University of Melbourne to a school hall in Mildura. Those students who have worked consistently often find that some advice aimed at pulling their thoughts together before the exam can be useful.

University Lecturing
I worked in the area of Learning Skills and Study Skills at Melbourne University, then in the area of teacher training at Victoria University and the Australian Catholic University. This gave me a chance to pause and think about teaching and learning. After a few years I returned to the secondary classroom with renewed energy.

Qualifications

Greta Caruso B.A., Dip. Ed., Grad. Dip. (TESOL), M. Ed., Cert IV.
I have a list of letters after my name. Here is what they mean.

1. M. Ed. Masters of Education: This was a research degree completed at The University of Melbourne and my area of study was English curriculum.
   
2. Grad. Dip. (TESOL) Graduate Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language: This was a post-graduate course work degree completed at The University of Melbourne.
3. Cer.t IV Certificate Four in Workplace Training and Assessment: This qualifies me to teach in the TAFE system.
4. Dip. Ed. Diploma of Education. This qualifies me as a secondary English teacher and was completed at Sydney University
5. B. A. Bachelor of Arts. This degree completed at LaTrobe University qualified me to get all the other degrees.