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Andrea Pearce

Leominster,Herefordshire

Summary

Professional with expertise in supporting students with autism, ADHD, and learning difficulties. Demonstrated success in collaborating with educators to improve student learning outcomes. Proficient in behavioral management and de-escalation techniques, fostering positive relationships with students. Experienced in facilitating homework clubs and exam preparation, providing tailored support for individuals and groups.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Teaching assistant

Ludlow C of E School
Ludlow, Shropshire
09.2010 - Current
  • Assisted children with diverse educational needs, including ASD and ADHD, for over 15 years.
  • Partnered with teachers across various departments to implement tailored support strategies.
  • Promoted positive behaviour management techniques within classroom settings.
  • Tutored students individually and in small or larger groups to reinforce learning concepts from core subjects.
  • Maintained sensitivity towards students with additional needs, continually improving their development and confidence.
  • Provided safe, stimulating classroom environments to maximise student engagement and attainment.
  • Prepared engaging, effective learning materials to boost stimulation and encourage further academic interest.
  • Cultivated close working relationships with students, teaching staff and parents.
  • Supervised students to maintain adherence with health and safety requirements, inside and outside classroom environments.
  • Prevented student misbehaviour through constant classroom monitoring and prompt interventions.
  • Oversaw students during breaks to maintain safe environment.

ABA tutor/ personal assistant

Nicola North
Ludlow, Shropshire
09.2007 - Current

Private Tutor of English

Private
Dunajska Streda, Dunajska Streda Slovakia
07.2023 - 05.2024
  • Increased academic achievement by providing focused attention in areas of difficulty.
  • Prioritised student improvement through continuous assessment of academic strengths and weaknesses.
  • Fostered improved understanding by creating personalised study plans for students.
  • Collaborated closely with parents to develop suitable learning goals for each student.
  • Encouraged active participation from all learners, fostering a dynamic educational atmosphere.
  • Managed scheduling and lesson planning, promoting consistency in learning.
  • Simplified complex concepts into easily digestible information for student benefit.
  • Prepared students for exams, resulting in increased performance levels.
  • Developed customised homework assignments, enhancing comprehension of topics.

Teaching assistant in primary school

Ludlow Primary School
Ludlow, Shropshire
09.2008 - 06.2009
  • Assisted child with ASD in achieving full-time education after starting on reduced timetable in September.
    Engaged with school staff to ensure appropriate support measures were in place.
  • Assisted with the marking of pupils' work, providing constructive feedback where necessary.
  • Worked closely with teachers to implement engaging lessons which improved student participation.
  • Supported student understanding through personal tutoring sessions after school hours when required.
  • Enhanced children's understanding of complex ideas by simplifying and explaining concepts in an engaging way.
  • Provided special attention to students with learning difficulties for better inclusion in class activities.

ABA tutor

Can not remember
Guernsey, Channel Island
09.2004 - 07.2007
  • Implemented PECS to support communication for two autistic boys, including one who was non-verbal.
  • Delivered instruction on essential skills like recognising colours, numbers, and letters.
  • Enhanced reading proficiency by teaching simple word recognition.
    Fostered independence by teaching swimming and computer skills.
  • Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.

Teaching assistant in primary school

Amherst Primary School
Guernsey, Channel Islands
09.2004 - 07.2006

Assisted non-verbal child with ASD during year one and year two.

  • Worked closely with teachers to make sure my student was able to access the lessons, Differentiated work for my student to meet his understanding and his needs.
  • Fostered positive relationships with parents and colleagues to create a supportive educational atmosphere.
  • Monitored pupil behaviour during class time, ensuring a conducive learning environment.

ABA tutor

Nicola North
Ludlow, Shropshire
03.2004 - 08.2004

Engaged with two autistic children, implementing home education programme focused on developing social skills, reading, writing, and effective communication.

Private english tutor

Andrea Pearce
Dunajska Streda , Slovakia
09.2003 - 05.2004

Delivered English learning sessions for children and adults across varied proficiency levels.
Supported beginners in developing foundational skills to boost confidence and fluency.
Assisted advanced students in refining language capabilities to help them to pass their English A levels.

recovering from surgery

Andrea Pearce
Dunajska Streda, Slovakia
05.2003 - 08.2003

Took summer off following surgery in spring 2003 to recuperate and reconnect with friends and family after three years apart.

ABA tutor

Nicola North
Ludlow, Shropshire
08.2000 - 07.2002

Teaching two 4 years old children with ASD to speak, how to communicate, how to use PEGS. Teaching them to read and write and functional skills.

Live-In nanny

Sarah Sanderson
Tenbury Wells, Worcestershire
08.1999 - 06.2000

Education

A-Levels - Biology, History, Slovak literature and languages, Hungarian literature and languages

Gymnasium of Hungarian Languages
Dunajska Streda Slovakia
09.1992 - 05.1997

A-Levels - Business, Book keeping, IT

Ozarak Private business academy
Dunajska Sreda, Slovakia
09.1997 - 06.1998

Architecture

University of Architecture of Bratislava
Bratislava Slovakia
09.1998 - 05.1999

Intermediate ESOL English course

Ludlow College
Ludlow, Shropshire
09.2001 - 06.2002

Higher Intermediate ESOL English course

Ludlow College
Ludlow
09.2002 - 07.2003

NVQ Level 2 - Early years care and education

Collage of future education
Guernsey, Channel Islands
09.2004 - 07.2005

NVQ Level 3 - Teaching assistant

Ludlow Collage
Ludlow, Shropshire
02.2008 - 05.2009

Skills

Student support for autism and challenging behaviour

ADHD and learning difficulties assistance

Collaboration with subject teachers

Exam preparation guidance

Homework club facilitation

Positive student relationships

Behavioural management strategies

De-escalation techniques

Individual and group support

Weekly farm visits for engagement activities

PECS implementation for communication support

Team collaboration skills

Affiliations

  • Baking, swimming. reading

Languages

English
Fluent
Hungarian
Native
Slovak
Intermediate
Spanish
Beginner

Timeline

Private Tutor of English

Private
07.2023 - 05.2024

Teaching assistant

Ludlow C of E School
09.2010 - Current

Teaching assistant in primary school

Ludlow Primary School
09.2008 - 06.2009

NVQ Level 3 - Teaching assistant

Ludlow Collage
02.2008 - 05.2009

ABA tutor/ personal assistant

Nicola North
09.2007 - Current

ABA tutor

Can not remember
09.2004 - 07.2007

Teaching assistant in primary school

Amherst Primary School
09.2004 - 07.2006

NVQ Level 2 - Early years care and education

Collage of future education
09.2004 - 07.2005

ABA tutor

Nicola North
03.2004 - 08.2004

Private english tutor

Andrea Pearce
09.2003 - 05.2004

recovering from surgery

Andrea Pearce
05.2003 - 08.2003

Higher Intermediate ESOL English course

Ludlow College
09.2002 - 07.2003

Intermediate ESOL English course

Ludlow College
09.2001 - 06.2002

ABA tutor

Nicola North
08.2000 - 07.2002

Live-In nanny

Sarah Sanderson
08.1999 - 06.2000

Architecture

University of Architecture of Bratislava
09.1998 - 05.1999

A-Levels - Business, Book keeping, IT

Ozarak Private business academy
09.1997 - 06.1998

A-Levels - Biology, History, Slovak literature and languages, Hungarian literature and languages

Gymnasium of Hungarian Languages
09.1992 - 05.1997
Andrea Pearce