Amy Watkins
Wymondham, South Norfolk,England
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. child-centred approach to teaching, exploring and learning.
With more than 5 years of experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating children through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation.
Caring teacher, successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills as well as developing their self esteem and responsibility.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Paralegal/Administrator
Max Wiley & Co Solicitors
Hethersett , Norfolk
2018.04 - Current
- Ensured up-to-date knowledge of laws by completion of specialist paralegal qualification
- Utilised advanced written communication skills when drafting correspondence or reports.
- Actively participated in team meetings to brainstorm on legal strategies.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email and mail.
- Built positive client relationships to increase satisfaction and retention.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality at all times as required by protocol.
- Resolved minor technical issues swiftly avoiding unnecessary delays in workflow.
- Managed office supply inventory, performing stocktake duties and ordering additional supplies to meet staff needs.
Teacher/Teaching Assistant
Norfolk County Council
Rudham C of E Primary Academy, Norfolk
2013.04 - 2018.11
- Prepared stimulating classroom displays, encouraged student creativity and interest in subject matter.
- Fostered a positive learning environment for student engagement through effective classroom management.
- Fostered strong relationships with students by displaying genuine interest in their personal growth and achievements.
- Adjusted teaching methods according to individual student's needs, ensured inclusive learning environment.
- Utilised ICT tools, enhanced interactive learning experience in classrooms.
- Adhered to syllabus guidelines whilst teaching various subjects across different ability levels.
- Led after-school clubs, facilitating students' participation in extracurricular activities.
- Developed engaging lesson plans by applying knowledge of educational theories and methods.
- Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
- Preserved the confidentiality of student records and information at all times.
- Encouraged students to persevere with challenging tasks.
- Delivered Maths training to parents/carers through workshops.
- Assisted children individually or in small groups to help them master skills and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
- Supervised children in classrooms, playgrounds and on school trips providing safe, supportive environments.
- Provided feedback on pupil's work, identifying areas for improvement.
- Led small group sessions for enhanced focus on challenging topics.
- Organised and distributed learning materials, ensuring students received relevant homework, textbooks and classroom supplies.
Reception, Year 1 and 2 Teacher
Norfolk County Council
Neatishead C of E Primary School, Norfolk
2007.09 - 2012.12
- Prepared stimulating classroom displays, encouraged children’s creativity and interest in a range of themes/lessons.
- Utilised ICT tools, enhanced interactive learning experience in classrooms.
- Attended professional development sessions to stay updated with latest teaching methodologies.
- Created a positive learning environment for student engagement through effective classroom management.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their children's performance, areas of achievement and those to improve upon as well as social skills and behaviour at school.
- Fostered strong relationships with children by displaying genuine interest in their personal growth, achievements and interests
- Organised school events such as sports day and A Strawberry Tea showcasing the children’s talents (across the whole school) beyond academics including music and dance performances.
- Created inclusive classroom setting to ensure all students felt accepted and valued.
- Coordinated school trips, broadened the pupils' cultural exposure and understanding.
- Assessed student progress, provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
- Created lesson plans and scheduled each day to promote maximum student learning and enrichment.
- Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
- Prioritised strategies to develop responsible, independent learners.
- Preserved confidentiality of student records and information at all times.
- Encouraged children to persevere with challenging tasks.
- Planned and taught Forest schools activities
- Taught two different curriculums simultaneously.
- Designed and managed the transformation of the classroom outside area, including new soft ground covering and a pirate ship as well as the shed painted as a beach hut to fit in with the overall beach theme.
Education
Certificate of Performance - Residential Conveyancing
The University of Law
England 04/2024 - 09/2025
BTEC National Diploma - Early Years
City College Norwich
Norwich 09/2001 - 07/2003
Bachelor of Arts - Primary Education
The University of Lancaster, St Martin's College, Lancaster
Ambleside 09/2004 - 07/2007
Skills
- Interactive display usage
- Phonics teaching
- Strong empathy and pastoral care
- Adaptable teaching styles
- School event coordination
- Creative and differentiated lesson planning
- Early Years Foundational Stage (EYFS) proficiency
- Parent-teacher communication
- Interactive whiteboard operation
- Key stage 1 teaching
- Key stage 2 teaching
- Forest schools practitioner
Hobbies/interests
Baking, planning and hosting events including catering, walking, photography and gardening.
Certification
- BA (Hons) in Primary Education with QTS
- Forest Schools practitioner Level 1
- BTEC National Diploma in Early Years
- Food Safety and Hygiene level 2
- Certificate of Performance in Specialist Paralegal Studies in Residential Conveyancing in English Law
Timeline
Paralegal/Administrator
Max Wiley & Co Solicitors
2018.04 - Current
Teacher/Teaching Assistant
Norfolk County Council
2013.04 - 2018.11
Reception, Year 1 and 2 Teacher
Norfolk County Council
2007.09 - 2012.12
Certificate of Performance - Residential Conveyancing
The University of Law
04/2024 - 09/2025
BTEC National Diploma - Early Years
City College Norwich
09/2001 - 07/2003
Bachelor of Arts - Primary Education
The University of Lancaster, St Martin's College, Lancaster
09/2004 - 07/2007