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Andrew Fairhurst

Teacher of English
Peaslake,Surrey

Summary

Dedicated teacher with expertise in planning and delivering tailored lessons to diverse learners. Skilled in managing and motivating groups of varying sizes and abilities, while providing detailed feedback. Proficient in integrating technology into education and employing adaptive teaching techniques based on the latest research. Strong understanding of special educational needs, with a focus on enhancing reading comprehension and critical thinking skills. Committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that supports all students' success.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Teacher of English

Howard of Effingham School
Effingham, Surrey
09.2022 - Current
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills with thought-provoking literature studies.
  • Ensured all students felt comfortable voicing their opinions during class debates and discussions.
  • Enhanced student participation in class discussions through inclusive teaching techniques.
  • Assisted colleagues in curriculum development, improving overall quality of teaching materials.

Teacher of English

Saint Edmund's School
Hindhead, Surrey
09.2021 - 09.2022

Teaching across KS3 and 4. Planning and delivering lessons.

  • Improved student reading comprehension by implementing innovative teaching methods.
  • Provided extra support to struggling students, resulting in improved academic performance.

Teacher of English

Saint Dominic's
Hambledon, Surrey
09.2020 - 09.2021

Working with SEN students in small groups.

Planning individual lessons carefully to develop potential of all students.

Teacher of English

Saint Bede's School
Redhill, Surrey
09.2002 - 08.2020

Teaching across all ages and key stages.

Coordinating KS4.

Teacher of English

Heathside School
Weybridge, Surrey
09.1995 - 08.2002

Teacher of english as a foreign language

Liverpool Academy
Alcala de Henares, Spain
09.1992 - 07.1994
  • Collaborated with parents updating them about their child's progress regularly.
  • Adapted teaching style according to each student's pace and level of understanding, ensuring personalised attention.
  • Encouraged active participation during lessons which increased students' confidence in using English.
  • Provided constructive feedback after assignments promoting growth and improvement.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English

University of Reading
Reading
09.1988 - 06.1991

P.G.C.E - Education

University of Keele
Keele
09.1994 - 07.1995

TEFL Cert. (Camb) - Teaching English as a Foreign Language

St.Giles College
Brighton, Brighton and Hove
08.1991 - 06.1992

Skills

Planning and delivering lessons adapted to specific learners

Managing and motivating learning groups with a wide range of sizes and abilities

Providing detailed feedback

Using latest teaching techniques such as Adaptive Teaching and making use of the latest research in the classroom

  • Time management in teaching
  • Integrating technology in education
  • Reading comprehension strategies
  • Critical thinking encouragement
  • Special educational needs understanding

Affiliations

  • Beekeeping, Film, Long Distance alking

Timeline

Teacher of English

Howard of Effingham School
09.2022 - Current

Teacher of English

Saint Edmund's School
09.2021 - 09.2022

Teacher of English

Saint Dominic's
09.2020 - 09.2021

Teacher of English

Saint Bede's School
09.2002 - 08.2020

Teacher of English

Heathside School
09.1995 - 08.2002

P.G.C.E - Education

University of Keele
09.1994 - 07.1995

Teacher of english as a foreign language

Liverpool Academy
09.1992 - 07.1994

TEFL Cert. (Camb) - Teaching English as a Foreign Language

St.Giles College
08.1991 - 06.1992

Bachelor of Arts - English

University of Reading
09.1988 - 06.1991
Andrew FairhurstTeacher of English