Abigail Mifsud
London,UK
Summary
Dedicated education professional with a strong focus on assessing student needs and maintaining strong relationships with students and their families. Proven ability to build collaborative teamwork and foster effective relationships, particularly in supporting disadvantaged pupils and SEN students. Skilled in creating a safe learning environment and excelling in verbal and written communication. Committed to enhancing educational outcomes through innovative teaching methods and continuous professional development.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Year 1 Class Teacher
Vibe Education - The New North Academy
Islington, City of London
2024.10 - Current
- Adapted teaching methods for diverse student needs and abilities.
- Worked closely with disadvantaged families to ensure they were supported.
- Promoted inclusion within the classroom, ensuring equal opportunities for all learners.
- Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
- Prepared detailed reports on each pupil's development and progress.
- Organised school trips, providing pupils with enriching experiences outside the classroom.
- Maintained up-to-date records of each student's academic progress and attendance.
- Incorporated hands-on activities into daily lessons to boost comprehension levels.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding students' progress and behaviour issues.
Supply Teacher
ANZUK Education
London
2024.01 - 2025.03
- Cultivated strong classroom/behaviour management skills
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate students from diverse backgrounds, making necessary adjustments to instructional practices
- Enhanced ability to anticipate needs and adjust to changing environments
- Fostered positive student-teacher relationships to encourage student participation.
- Participated in professional development programmes for self-improvement and skill enhancement.
Supply Teacher
Queensland Department of Education
Gold Coast, Australia
2023.05 - 2023.12
- Developed ability to be proactive and adapt to new situations/environments
- Taught students from various backgrounds and learnt to adapt and make changes to teaching practices where needed
- Development of classroom management skills
- Managed classroom behaviour to maintain safety and promote orderly learning environments
- Participated in professional development programmes for self-improvement and skill enhancement.
Waitress
Burleigh Pavilion
Gold Coast, Australia
2021.03 - 2023.12
- Worked within a fast-paced environment, as part of a team, to provide a service
- Gained communication, proactive thinking and teamwork skills
Volunteer
Rosie's - Friends On The Street
Gold Coast, Australia
2020.07 - 2023.06
- Connected with disadvantaged individuals across the Gold Coast
- Assisted in providing food, clothing and other essentials
- Worked with others to create a community that welcomes all people in a safe environment
Tutor
Private Tutoring
Gold Coast, Australia
2022.06 - 2023.06
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and resources
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify skills, and correct misconceptions
- Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement
- Adapted teaching style for individual learning capabilities.
Pre-Service Teacher
Broadbeach State School
Gold Coast, Australia
2023.02 - 2023.03
- Implemented Direct/Explicit Instruction approaches to teaching and learning
- Created and developed lessons to meet students' diverse learning needs
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities
- Fostered student's wellbeing needs, providing a safe space for them to share their thoughts
- Managed classroom behaviour to maintain safety and promote orderly learning environments
Pre-Service Teacher
Djarragun College- Indigenous Primary and Secondary College
Cairns, Australia
2022.05 - 2022.06
- Worked with disadvantaged young people and built relationships to understand and support their needs.
- Implemented behaviour and classroom management strategies
- Differentiated teaching for the diverse needs of students
- Taught using EAL/D strategies to assist all students
- Connected with students to understand their individual needs
Pre-Service Teacher
Norfolk Village State School
Gold Coast, Australia
2021.05 - 2021.06
- Gained invaluable experience in classroom management, lesson delivery and student engagement
- Encouraged class participation to build student confidence and interest in learning
- Created relationships with disadvantaged young people to connect and understand their needs
- Created and developed lessons to meet students' learning needs
Education
Bachelor of Education - Primary (English Minor)
Griffith University
Gold Coast, Queensland 2019.02 - 2023.06
High School Education -
Snowy Mountains Grammar School
AustraliaSkills
- Assessing student needs
- Collaborative teamwork
- Verbal & written communication
- Curriculum implementation
- Effective relationship building
- Disadvantaged pupils support
- Creating a safe learning environment
- Experience with sen students
References
- Ffion Evans, Head Teacher - The New North Academy (contact available upon request)
- Daniel Cosgrove, Teacher Recruitment Officer - Vibe Education, +447989 350902, orange@vibeteaching.co.uk
- Natalie Hayman, Classroom Teacher - Broadbeach State School, +61 404 010 446, nhaym4@eq.edu.au
- Tara Wells, Classroom Teacher - Norfolk Village State School, +61 409 420 009, tmwel2@eq.edu.au
- Katie O'Gorman, Teacher - Personal Referee, +61 497 291 635, katieogorman12@gmail.com
- ANZUK Education, Teacher Recruitment Agency – London UK, compliance@anzuk.education
Timeline
Year 1 Class Teacher
Vibe Education - The New North Academy
2024.10 - Current
Supply Teacher
ANZUK Education
2024.01 - 2025.03
Supply Teacher
Queensland Department of Education
2023.05 - 2023.12
Pre-Service Teacher
Broadbeach State School
2023.02 - 2023.03
Tutor
Private Tutoring
2022.06 - 2023.06
Pre-Service Teacher
Djarragun College- Indigenous Primary and Secondary College
2022.05 - 2022.06
Pre-Service Teacher
Norfolk Village State School
2021.05 - 2021.06
Waitress
Burleigh Pavilion
2021.03 - 2023.12
Volunteer
Rosie's - Friends On The Street
2020.07 - 2023.06
Bachelor of Education - Primary (English Minor)
Griffith University
2019.02 - 2023.06
High School Education -
Snowy Mountains Grammar School