Angela Gray
Dunblane,Stirling
Summary
I deliver creative, differentiated teaching that meets individual learning needs and maintains a positive learning environment. I work closely with parents, carers and staff to support children's learning journeys and promote excellent pupil development.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal Teacher
East Renfrewshire Council
08.1999 - 06.2026
- Collaborated with teaching staff to plan, implement, and assess motivating and challenging learning experiences that enhanced learner engagement and outcomes.
- Mentored newly qualified teachers by guiding, supporting and assessing their progress towards achieving Full Registration.
- Coordinated with other senior leaders to develop and implement the school's strategic vision, driving continuous improvement.
- Coordinated staff training sessions on safeguarding policies, ensuring all staff understood protocols to maintain a safe educational environment.
- Engaged with parents and carers to support families and children, fostering strong partnerships that contributed to positive learning journeys.
Educational Consultant
Pearson Education
08.2014 - 06.2020
- Facilitated inset training for teachers in Scotland and Northern Ireland on activity-led mathematics programme by Pearson, enhancing engagement and effectiveness in Curriculum for Excellence.
Associate Tutor
University of West of Scotland
08.2017 - 10.2019
- Facilitated small group tutorials and course lectures, enhancing understanding and engagement among student teachers.
- Conducted visits to students on school placements, offering tailored feedback and support to improve teaching practice.
Primary Class Teacher
Various Local Authorities
06.1988 - 08.1999
- Collaborated with school staff to establish a motivating, challenging, and safe learning environment that supported student engagement and well-being.
- Applied differentiated activities and coordinated with support staff and wider agencies, ensuring all learners' needs were central to the learning process.
- Delivered engaging, creative tasks that promoted a consistently challenging pace in the classroom, enhancing student participation and learning outcomes.
Education
Post Graduate Certificate - Infant Teaching Qualification
University of Strathclyde
Glasgow01-1997
Batchelor of Education -
University of Glasgow
Glasgow01-1988
Skills
- Effective teaching
- Student Motivation
- Student performance data analysis
- Positive mindset
- Effective communication
- Parent communication
- Time-management
- Active listening
- Strong organisation
Timeline
Associate Tutor
University of West of Scotland
08.2017 - 10.2019
Educational Consultant
Pearson Education
08.2014 - 06.2020
Principal Teacher
East Renfrewshire Council
08.1999 - 06.2026
Primary Class Teacher
Various Local Authorities
06.1988 - 08.1999
Post Graduate Certificate - Infant Teaching Qualification
University of Strathclyde
Batchelor of Education -
University of Glasgow