I am a compassionate and enthusiastic teacher, and a generally positive person. I have a passion for finding what children love, then fostering a love for learning and joy in their classroom experience. I prioritise creating positive relationships, encouraging student engagement and promoting personal well-being and academic success. I love working with people and have fantastic job satisfaction; having taught consecutively for 5 years now. I have valuable experience covering a wide variety of subjects to a diverse range of academic abilities. I am committed to long-term student success through positive relationships and well-rounded education.
· Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
· Developed strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
· Enthusiastically taught a variety of subjects to a diverse range of abilities; including the subjects of English, Numeracy, Literacy, Geography, History, Maths, P.E., Drama and Learning for Life and Work.
· Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
· Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
· Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
· Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behaviour to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
· Differentiated activities and instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs; ensuring each student had opportunity for success.
· Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
· Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to experience enjoyment and success in their learning.
· Organised extracurricular activities such as chess club, sports club, drama workshops, costume design for school musicals and multiple school trips; that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
· Established productive relationships with faculty members in order to facilitate communication between staff and students.
· Managed a diverse team of student representatives, fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment.
· Facilitated mental health awareness campaigns that provided resources to help support students experiencing stress or anxiety throughout their time at the university.
· Advocated for student rights during university proceedings and on the university Board of Governors; effectively representing the interests of the entire student body.
· Coordinated and supervised academic advising activities.
· Implemented professional development opportunities for Student Union members, enhancing their leadership skills and personal growth.
· Coordinated volunteer activities to promote community involvement among Student Union members.
· Oversaw budget management for the entire Students’ Union (including all of the university’s clubs and societies); ensuring responsible allocation of funds towards various initiatives and programs.