Anisa Akhtar
Ilford
Summary
Experienced and highly skilled Governess with a strong background in early childhood education, special needs support, and child development. Passionate about fostering a love for learning through engaging, personalized activities tailored to each child’s interests and abilities. Adept at providing academic support, instilling good manners, and promoting emotional and social development in a structured yet nurturing environment.
Certified in First Aid and autism training, with hands-on experience supporting children of various ages in schools and private households. Exceptionally organized, adaptable, and proactive, ensuring smooth daily routines for families. Creative and resourceful, incorporating arts, crafts, baking, and interactive play to make learning enjoyable. Experienced in pet care, adding an extra layer of responsibility and attentiveness.
Known for professionalism, patience, and a warm, caring approach, I am committed to providing high-quality childcare and educational guidance that meets the unique needs of each child and household.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Private Early years teacher
Private Family
Seven Kings, Redbridge
03.2025 - Current
- Devised activities to improve pupils' social, emotional and cognitive development.
- Built positive relationships with families, enhancing trust in care provisions.
- Set up and helped children with activity equipment and resources.
- Reported on developmental progress to quickly identify and meet additional educational needs.
- Boosted vocabulary development through singing, storytelling and role-play activities.
- Used phonics to build reading and writing skills.
- Applied Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework knowledge to drive curriculum attainment.
- Liaised with parents and carers regularly for transparent communication about child development progress.
- Delivered stimulating lessons by incorporating technology in teaching methods.
Special needs governess
Private Family
Chigwell, Essex
08.2024 - Current
- Encouraged children's creativity through imaginative play leading to development of self-expression.
- Discussed progress and behaviour with parents regularly maintaining open lines of communication.
- Managed behavioural issues sensitively, fostering respect and good manners in children.
- Comforted children during stressful events ensuring emotional well-being.
- Administered first aid treatments when necessary, prioritising child safety at all times.
- Nurtured children's love for learning by incorporating educational activities into daily routines.
- Prepared nutritious meals, promoting healthy eating habits amongst children.
- Assumed total responsibility of home during parents' absence demonstrating trustworthiness.
- Enhanced communication skills with regular reading and storytelling sessions.
- Developed strong bonds with children through compassionate verbal and physical interaction.
Live-Out governess
Private Family via (Childcare.co.uk)
Seven Kings, Redbridge
11.2022 - 08.2024
- Created structured daily schedules to encourage routine.
- Provided safe and nurturing environment for children in my care.
- Resolved conflicts between children teaching problem-solving skills.
- Implemented behavioural strategies managing tantrums effectively.
- Built strong rapport with children providing a secure attachment figure.
- Offered emotional support during difficult moments, promoting positive behaviour.
- Maintained secure, child-friendly environments with engaging activities and outdoor play.
Live-Out nanny
Private Family via (Childcare.co.uk)
Dagenham, Barking and Dagenham
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Role-modelled desired behaviours, habits and actions.
- Developed positive, trusting relationships with groups of young children.
- Arranged for entertainment and games to provide downtime between learning activities.
- Transported children to and from school in line with set schedule.
- Created and maintained welcoming, safe and tidy space to promote children's development.
- Helped children with personal hygiene needs and taught young children to independently complete care tasks.
Private Governess
Private Family
Romford, Havering
04.2023 - 07.2024
- Managed children's schedules to ensure timely attendance at school and extracurricular activities.
- Managed challenging behaviours calmly, promoting emotional maturity in children.
- Supported childhood development with educational games and outdoor activities.
- Developed strong rapport with the children, fostering a trusting relationship's
- Inspired creativity by implementing innovative teaching methods.
- Offered homework assistance, enabling better academic achievements for pupils.
Paediatric speech and language therapist
Private Family
Ilford, Redbridge
01.2022 - 07.2025
- Held parent-teacher meetings to discuss progress and make plans for enhancing student grades.
- Stimulated and enhanced student confidence, manual skills, and coordination.
- Created and modified curriculum based on government guidelines and class capabilities.
- Designed lesson plans based on student abilities, struggles and needs.
- Fostered emotional growth through empathy and understanding teaching methods.
Special needs governess
Private family
Chigwell, Essex
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Enhanced child's motor skills through targeted physical activities.
- Maintained detailed records of children's progress, tracking improvements over time.
- Initiated creative learning activities for improved cognitive development.
- Assisted children in their daily routines, promoting independence.
- Created calming environments during stressful situations which resulted in reduced anxiety levels.
ESOL teacher
Altamira Academy
Mile End, Tower Hamlets
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Tailored lesson plans according to student needs, promoting personalised learning experiences.
- Accomplished improved pronunciation skills through structured phonetics instruction for students.
- Assessed student progress, pinpointing areas needing improvement.
- Guided pupils through complex grammatical structures-improved their written expression significantly.
- Utilised technology in the classroom to improve student comprehension and interaction.
- Fostered multicultural understanding through incorporation of global cultural elements into curriculum.
- Introduced real-world examples into lessons-made learning more relatable and engaging for pupils.
Education
GCSEs - 8 GCSE including Maths and English
Ilford Ursuline
LondonA-Levels - Applied Business D, Applied Science D, Health and social care D
Canon palmer Sixthform
LondonBachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Development and Learning
Coventry University
CoventrySkills
- Multilingual communication
- Baby care expertise
- Responsible decision-making
- Toddler toilet training
- Child-Focused cleanliness
- Patience and calmness
- Child development knowledge
- Nutritional meal preparation
- First Aid trained
- Homework assistance
- Safe driving record
- Behaviour management
- Positive reinforcement
Accomplishments
- Female Genital Mutilation: Recognising and preventing certification
- Fire Warden certification
-Workplace Hazard Awareness Certification
-Manual Handling Certification
- Channel General Awareness Certification
- Extending and enhancing good autism practice certification
- Good Autism Practice Certification
- Pediatric First Aid Certification
Timeline
Private Early years teacher
Private Family
03.2025 - Current
Special needs governess
Private Family
08.2024 - Current
Live-Out nanny
Private Family via (Childcare.co.uk)
04.2024 - 07.2024
Private Governess
Private Family
04.2023 - 07.2024
Live-Out governess
Private Family via (Childcare.co.uk)
11.2022 - 08.2024
Paediatric speech and language therapist
Private Family
01.2022 - 07.2025
Special needs governess
Private family
01.2022 - 01.2023
ESOL teacher
Altamira Academy
08.2021 - 08.2022
GCSEs - 8 GCSE including Maths and English
Ilford Ursuline
A-Levels - Applied Business D, Applied Science D, Health and social care D
Canon palmer Sixthform
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Development and Learning
Coventry University
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