Amy Fox
Grantham,Lin
Summary
Organised and dependable teacher with 20 years of experience. Successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willing to take on greater responsibilities to meet team goals. Dedicated professional with a Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism, adept at maintaining classroom discipline and implementing creative learning strategies. Committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive educational environment. Seeking opportunities to leverage skills in autism understanding and innovative teaching methods to enhance student engagement and success.
Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Leader of Learning for Assessment
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Epsom, Surrey
09.2008 - 08.2024
- Senior member of teaching staff and supported colleagues across the school.
- Conducted regular assessments of pupil progress to identify areas of improvement or concern swiftly.
- Championed an inclusive culture within the school community through training and awareness campaigns, fostering acceptance and understanding amongst peers.
- Supported classroom teacher in monitoring, assessing and recording students progress.
- Planned and timetabled interventions across the school to ensure any gaps in learning were quickly filled.
- Covered the SENCO role for a year and remained on the SENCO Team to manage the increased workload. Wrote successful EHCP applications, implemented the provision for the child and completed EHCP annual reviews.
- Monitored the progress of children with EAL across the school to ensure any language barriers were not affecting their progress.
- Worked with parents/carers, staff and other professionals to ensure the needs of the children were being met.
- Prioritised strategies to develop responsible, independent learners.
- Full time class teacher from September 2008 - July 2012 (Y4/5/6)
- Part time following maternity leave, covered PPA across the primary age range
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Identified areas of improvement through rigorous assessment procedures resulting in raised attainment levels.
Class Teacher/ Curriculum Team Leader
Central Park Primary School
Newham, London
07.2004 - 08.2008
- Implemented proven methods to overcome common barriers to learning.
- Tracked student attendance and performance, intervening early in concerning issues.
- Prioritised strategies to develop responsible, independent learners.
- Created lesson plans and scheduled each day to promote maximum student learning and enrichment.
- Preserved the confidentiality of student records and information at all times.
- Made positive differences to pupil confidence and happiness through nurturing support and care.
- Coordinated with special education professionals for developing individualised education plans.
- Realised improvement in behaviour management by implementing consistent rules and consequences.
- Adapted teaching methods for diverse student needs and abilities. Including those with little/no English and those new to the education system here.
- Successfully led Gifted and Talented across the school, implemented a computerised library system, and became the Curriculum Team Leader for the Foundation Subjects in KS2
Education
PGCE - Primary
University of Northumbria at Newcastle
Newcastle upon Tyne 09.2003 - 06.2004
Bachelor of Science - Health Studies
University of Sunderland
Sunderland 09.1999 - 06.2002
Skills
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism
- Resourcefulness
- Classroom discipline
- Creative learning strategies
Certification
Level 2 in Understanding Autism
Level 2 Philosophy 4 Children
Level 1 Cricket Coaching Award
Affiliations
- Reading, films and I've recently taken up running
Timeline
Leader of Learning for Assessment
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
09.2008 - 08.2024
Class Teacher/ Curriculum Team Leader
Central Park Primary School
07.2004 - 08.2008
PGCE - Primary
University of Northumbria at Newcastle
09.2003 - 06.2004
Bachelor of Science - Health Studies
University of Sunderland
09.1999 - 06.2002
Similar Profiles
Jo-Anne NormingtonJo-Anne Normington
Education Assistant at St Joseph's Catholic Primary SchoolEducation Assistant at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Louise DrummondLouise Drummond
FullTime Classroom Primary Teacher/Leadership Team Member at St. Joseph's Catholic Primary School ChelseaFullTime Classroom Primary Teacher/Leadership Team Member at St. Joseph's Catholic Primary School Chelsea
Gemma LevertonGemma Leverton
Volunteer at St Joseph's Catholic Primary SchoolVolunteer at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School