Aasiya Islam
Newcastle Upon Tyne,England
Summary
Experienced Primary School Teaching Assistant, aiding pupil development and results through dedicated support. Maintaining outstanding comprehension of current curriculum and school values to ensure positive, productive learning schemes in Key Stage 1 classrooms.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Primary School Teaching Assistant
Canning Street Primary School
Newcastle-Upon-Tyne , England
2023.02 - Current
- Supported teacher managing a classroom of 28 pupils.
- Created positive, engaging learning environments to improve student experiences.
- Updated curriculum knowledge regularly to offer comprehensive support to teachers and pupils.
- Offered support to students with special needs, guaranteeing safety and access to equitable learning.
Teaching Assistant in Special Educational Needs
AK Teaching
Newcastle-Upon-Tyne , England
2022.11 - 2023.01
- Assisted students with a range of learning differences, including ADD and ADHD, to achieve their full potential for independence.
- Supported teachers in managing challenging student behaviour, contributing to progress meetings to provide feedback, raise concerns, and recommend appropriate action.
- Identified signs of distress in students, resolving behavioural and emotional issues.
- Prepared additional learning resources and aids to promote inclusivity in learning.
Special Needs Teacher
Gabrielle Boyer
Stockton-on-Tees , England
2020.11 - 2021.02
- Supported pupils with disabilities using behaviourally based instruction and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Aided students' social and emotional development through compassionate teaching and care.
- Maintained a positive, proactive approach to teaching children with special educational needs for optimised student outcomes.
- Improved student social and emotional development through constant support and attentiveness.
Private English Tutor
Self-employed
Stockton-on-Tees , England
2020.09 - 2021.02
- Assisted students of all skill levels in English.
- Devised unique lessons to fit individual needs in skill building and full instruction on each subject.
- Utilised technology in tutoring sessions to diversify and enhance learning.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions in Reading for dyslexic students, which helped them pass their marketing course.
- Organised fun, educational activities which allowed students to boost literacy and fluency skills through interactive learning.
Catering Worker
Ayesha's Sweet and Curry House
Newcastle Upon Tyne , Newcastle
2019.09 - 2019.12
- Thoroughly cleaned and sanitised kitchen utensils, cookware, dishes and cutlery used in food preparation and serving.
- Managed deliveries and rotation of stock, maintaining optimum product quality and freshness.
- Engaged with customers, offering menu information, providing suggestions and showing genuine appreciation for business.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Restocked inventory and ingredients to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne 2019.09 - 2022.07
Master of Arts - English Literature
Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne 2022.09 -
A-Levels -
Self- Taught
Stockton-on-Tees2019
GCSEs -
Manarat International School Jeddah
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia2017
Skills
- Literacy support
- Safeguarding
- Child development analysis
- Behaviour management
- Proactive learner
- ADHD support
- Effective communication
- Lesson planning
- Health and safety compliance
- Special needs support
- In-class SEND support
Languages
English
Native
Hindi
Advanced
Arabic
Intermediate
Timeline
Primary School Teaching Assistant
Canning Street Primary School
2023.02 - Current
Teaching Assistant in Special Educational Needs
AK Teaching
2022.11 - 2023.01
Master of Arts - English Literature
Newcastle University
2022.09 -
Special Needs Teacher
Gabrielle Boyer
2020.11 - 2021.02
Private English Tutor
Self-employed
2020.09 - 2021.02
Catering Worker
Ayesha's Sweet and Curry House
2019.09 - 2019.12
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Newcastle University
2019.09 - 2022.07
A-Levels -
Self- Taught
GCSEs -
Manarat International School Jeddah
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