Alison Gray
Virtual Assistant, Deputy Principal, Teacher, Counsellor
Peterborough,CAM
Summary
Dedicated, passionate teacher with 31+ years of experience in secondary schools. Extensive background in teaching and counselling. Committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment where students can express themselves, develop critical thinking skills, and grow socially and emotionally. Possess strong communication skills and a genuine interest in others, allowing for the establishment of positive and trusting relationships with colleagues, students, and parents.
Dependable virtual assistant - professional with experience providing administrative, organisational and customer service support in virtual environments. Proficient in MS Office, G Suite, and other productivity tools. Possess strong communication and problem-solving skills with time management expertise to consistently meet objectives.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certificates
Work History
Virtual Assistant
Self-employed
Peterborough, CAM
09.2024 - Current
- Enhanced client satisfaction by efficiently managing and organising schedules, appointments, and travel arrangements.
- Upheld highest standard of confidentiality when handling sensitive information related to clients' personal or business affairs.
- Prepared PowerPoint presentations and ran slide shows remotely for virtual meetings.
- Streamlined administrative processes for increased productivity through effective email management and calendar coordination.
- Elevated client experience by providing timely customer support via phone calls, emails, and live chat platforms.
- Answered and screened calls to provide information, schedule appointments and take detailed messages.
- Managed multiple priorities effectively under tight deadlines while remaining detail-oriented throughout each task.
- Conferred with customers by telephone, chat or email to provide information.
PE Teacher
Ken Stimpson Academy
Peterborough, CAM
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Teacher of Physical Education.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
Teacher
Highcrest Academy
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
09.2023 - 10.2023
- Teacher of Geography and Psychology.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Deputy Principal (Transformation, Sport, Leadership)
Westerford High School
Cape Town, South Africa
01.2003 - 07.2023
- Served as positive role model and leader within school community, fostering environment of respect, trust, and support among all stakeholders.
- Promoted safe and inclusive learning environment by addressing student needs, both academically and emotionally.
- Organised extracurricular activities that promoted leadership skills, teamwork, and personal growth among students.
- Led cross-disciplinary teams to develop integrated curricula, fostering critical thinking skills in students.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations, providing constructive feedback for continued improvement.
- Developed a positive school culture through effective communication and collaboration among staff, students, and parents.
- Coordinated community outreach efforts to strengthen partnerships between the school and local organizations.
- Addressed disciplinary issues fairly and consistently while maintaining open lines of communication with parents or guardians involved.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Psychology - Psychology
University of South Africa
South Africa 01.1999 - 12.2002
Higher Diploma in Education - Education
Johannesburg College of Education
Johannesburg 01.1986 - 12.1989
Skills
Listen to understand, open-minded
Student-Centered Learning
Team player and can work independently
Excellent organisational and administrative skills, pay attention to detail
Excellent time management and problem-solving skills, critical thinker
Collaborative leadership skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Calendar Management
Meeting Scheduling
Document Preparation
Travel Planning
Customer Service
Microsoft Office
TEFL Teacher
Old-fashioned work ethic
Certification
CPD Certified Virtual Assistant, Catherine Gladwyn
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkPart TimeLocation Preference
RemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursPaid time offWork from home optionCompany Culture4-day work weekLanguages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
TEFL Teacher Training
11-2024
Virtual Assistant
Self-employed
09.2024 - Current
PE Teacher
Ken Stimpson Academy
01.2024 - 08.2024
Teacher
Highcrest Academy
09.2023 - 10.2023
Deputy Principal (Transformation, Sport, Leadership)
Westerford High School
01.2003 - 07.2023
LifeLine Personal Growth and Communication and Counselling Skills
09-2002
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Psychology - Psychology
University of South Africa
01.1999 - 12.2002
Higher Diploma in Education - Education
Johannesburg College of Education
01.1986 - 12.1989