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Abigail Brookes

Market weighton,East Yorkshire

Summary

Experienced educator with focus on Modern Foreign Languages, committed to fostering stimulating learning environment. Skilled in curriculum development and student engagement, ensuring high levels of achievement through interactive and immersive teaching methods. Proven ability to adapt lesson plans to cater to diverse learning needs, enhancing both language proficiency and cultural awareness.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Teacher of MFL

Lift Kingswood
Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire
2022.09 - 2026.04
  • Leveraged technology to create interactive learning experiences that engaged students and facilitated deeper understanding.
  • Enhanced students' understanding of French culture by integrating literature, film, and music into lessons.
  • Adapted teaching methods to cater for individual learning needs, promoting academic success.
  • Implemented effective classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment while delivering engaging lessons.

Teacher of MFL

Bridlington School
Bridlington , East Riding of Yorkshire
2019.09 - 2022.07
  • Coordinated school trips abroad, enhancing cultural awareness amongst pupils.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on departmental objectives, maintaining consistent teaching standards across the board.
  • Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding improvements in linguistic ability over time.
  • Increased students' understanding of French culture through exposure to literature, film and music.

Teacher of Year 3

Welton Primary School
Brough , East Riding of Yorkshire
2018.09 - 2019.07
  • Took part in parent-teacher meetings discussing pupil progress and potential areas for improvement.
  • Fostered strong relationships with students by displaying genuine interest in their personal growth and achievements.
  • Worked closely with colleagues for implementing cross-curricular projects that engaged students in comprehensive learning experiences.
  • Utilised ICT tools, enhanced interactive learning experience in classrooms.
  • Lead of Year 3 French

Assistant Head of Inclusion

Kelvin Hall
Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire
2009.04 - 2018.07
  • Led staff meetings, resulting in efficient communication and collaboration amongst faculty members.
  • Oversaw student admission procedures ensuring fair and transparent process.
  • Executed disciplinary protocols effectively, maintaining a disciplined learning environment.
  • Delegated responsibilities amongst faculty effectively, optimising individual strengths and abilities.
  • Collaborated with head teacher on strategic planning leading to continuous school improvement.
  • Coordinated extracurricular programmes to promote holistic development of students.

Yr7 Coordinator

Matthew Humberstone School
Cleethorpes, East Riding of Yorkshire
2006.09 - 2009.04
  • Managed multiple projects, ensuring organisation and efficiency.
  • Oversaw daily operations ensuring consistency in quality and service delivery.
  • Enhanced team productivity with efficient delegation of tasks.
  • Facilitated cross-departmental meetings for improved collaboration efforts.

Transition coordinator Y6 -7

South Hunsley
Melton , East Riding of Yorkshire
2003.01 - 2006.09

Coordinated induction days for students and parents, facilitating smooth transition to secondary education

Worked alongside the head teacher and the SENCo visiting primary schools

Managing the data for timetabling and tutor group allocation

I also worked as behaviour support officer creating behaviour reports and mentoring students

Teacher of MFL

Vermuyden School
Goole, East Yorkshire
2001.09 - 2002.12
  • Utilised technology in classrooms to bring about a more interactive learning experience.
  • Participated in continuous professional development courses to stay updated with new teaching strategies.
  • Created an inclusive learning environment, fostering positive attitudes towards multilingualism.
  • Prepared learners for GCSE

Education

PGCE in Secondary Education - MFL and Secondary Education

Hull University
Hull
2000.09 - 2001.06

Bachelor of Arts - French

Hull University
Hull
1996.09 - 2000.06

A-Levels - French , German and Art

Oakbank School
Keighley
1994.09 - 1996.06

GCSEs -

Oakbank School
Keighley
1991.09 - 1994.06

Skills

  • Parent-Teacher liaison
  • Advanced grammar knowledge
  • Empathy and understanding
  • Bilingual or multilingual proficiency
  • Experience with ofsted standards
  • Assessment for learning technique
  • Creative lesson delivery
  • Multimedia educational tools
  • Advanced grammar knowledge
  • Virtual learning environment usage
  • Empathy and understanding
  • Parent-Teacher liaison
  • Student motivation
  • Classroom management

Timeline

Teacher of MFL

Lift Kingswood
2022.09 - 2026.04

Teacher of MFL

Bridlington School
2019.09 - 2022.07

Teacher of Year 3

Welton Primary School
2018.09 - 2019.07

Assistant Head of Inclusion

Kelvin Hall
2009.04 - 2018.07

Yr7 Coordinator

Matthew Humberstone School
2006.09 - 2009.04

Transition coordinator Y6 -7

South Hunsley
2003.01 - 2006.09

Teacher of MFL

Vermuyden School
2001.09 - 2002.12

PGCE in Secondary Education - MFL and Secondary Education

Hull University
2000.09 - 2001.06

Bachelor of Arts - French

Hull University
1996.09 - 2000.06

A-Levels - French , German and Art

Oakbank School
1994.09 - 1996.06

GCSEs -

Oakbank School
1991.09 - 1994.06
Abigail Brookes