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Anisha Tayub

Manchester,Greater Manchester

Summary

I am a passionate and dedicated teacher with extensive experience in religion-based schools, teaching my specialist subject of English with a wealth of experience in teaching Religious Education also. I am able to display a gift for connecting with students of all ages and backgrounds, creating engaging and interactive lesson plans and helping students grow and develop through learning. Having taught for over ten years, I am an experienced teacher with demonstrable expertise with an an ability to use strategic classroom and behaviour management techniques to enhance student engagement and academic performance. Collaborating with staff to maximise department attainment through contributions to marking, planning and moderating lesson plans, termly planning documents and exam papers is a key strength of mine, showing a determination to promote and celebrate student success in the classroom and also in preparation for examinations. I am able to demonstrates forward-planning skills, behaviour management practices, and performance evaluation to deliver enhanced student outcomes. Coupling this with adaptable communication techniques with proven rapport-building ability, I have been able to achieve outstanding results across a variety of pupil abilities and learning levels. Possessing skills to assist students with learning development and capacity for creating dynamic and engaging lessons has proven to increase interest and motivation for students I have been responsible for and this in turn, has fostered a love of learning in my classrooms. My adaptable attitude and personal means I am comfortable in differing environments and I am committed to providing safe and inclusive classrooms. I will happily take on challenging new roles harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving, particularly where bespoke intervention is required to improve pupils' target grades. I am driven to deliver a high-quality service and consistent results. through well-versed in strong communication and organisation skills. Seeking solutions to problems and applying my findings to provide outstanding lessons and resources is a priority, demonstrating that pupil success is always paramount.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Teacher of Religious Education

Blessed Thomas Holford Catholic College
Manchester, Greater Manchester
09.2023 - 03.2024
  • Planned and delivered lessons to broaden cultural, religious and spiritual understanding.
  • Advised parents on student progress, strengths and areas for improvement during report evenings to increase encouragement at home.
  • Prepared lesson content and delivery in line with curriculum guidelines.
  • Created well-rounded learning programmes covering religion, culture and identity according to curriculum plans.
  • Identified student strengths and weaknesses, providing constructive feedback to improve results.
  • Assessed student performance, behaviour and class engagement.
  • Provided additional support to students falling behind on target grades to uplift final results.
  • Used varied resources and technologies to maximise student engagement and understanding.
  • Created and marked homework, exams and class activities to monitor individuals' progress.
  • Engaged students with lesson materials by building positive rapport.
  • Built positive, constructive relationships with students for holistic educational support.
  • Adapted teachings to suit varied ages and abilities for maximised understanding and engagement.
  • Collaborated with teaching assistants and mentors to deliver additional support to struggling students.
  • Encouraged student discussion and debate for increased engagement with religious topics.
  • Set academic targets for students, communicating constructive feedback to address obstacles to learning.
  • Established clear learning outcomes and targets for different abilities.
  • Transformed complex concepts into understandable, useful information for improved subject comprehension.
  • Marked classwork and homework with clear feedback on areas for improvement.
  • Reported on students' progress and attitude to learning at parent-teacher meetings.
  • Implemented behaviour management strategies for optimised learning environment.
  • Distributed RE resources to reinforce and broaden understanding of key curriculum topics.
  • Improved student confidence in public speaking through religious debate and discussion activity.
  • Maintained updated curriculum knowledge for expert student guidance.
  • Achieved target exam results for department attainment.
  • Set target grades to challenge growth and increase student development.
  • Collaborated with wider teaching teams to deliver high-quality student care across school departments.
  • Incorporated current affairs and topical discussion into lessons for increased subject relevance.

Supply Teacher in Secondary Schools

Vision For Education
Manchester, Manchester
04.2022 - 07.2022
  • Taught lessons based on curriculum requirements.
  • Upheld school mission and values with positive behaviour modelling.
  • Kept records of daily work and left notes for lead teacher.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Supervised students during break periods and meals to address safety or behavioural issues.
  • Taught pre-planned lesson material in line with school guidelines to maintain cohesive classes for students.
  • Minimised low level disruption by enforcing classroom policies.
  • Worked collaboratively with teaching assistants to offer children optimal care and education.

Teacher of English

Moorside High School
Swinton, Manchester
11.2021 - 03.2022
  • Delivered key academic concepts using engaging teaching methods, improving student understanding.
  • Adapted teaching styles and resources to suit student age and ability.
  • Consistently improved course curriculum by attending training opportunities, including in-house training, educational webinars.
  • Created bespoke learning aids and materials designed for GCSE students.
  • Tailored lesson delivery using proven techniques for students with additional learning needs.
  • Researched teaching methods, advising colleagues on interesting findings.
  • Provided engaging educational resources to broaden student learning tools.
  • Targeted practice and revision to develop students' abilities in speaking and writing.
  • Developed intervention strategies to improve student performance.

Teacher of English and Religious Education

St Thomas More Catholic College
Manchester, Denton
09.2020 - 10.2021
  • Adapted teaching styles and resources to suit student age and ability.
  • Managed challenging behaviour with firm and fair style.
  • Supported students in achieving personalised linguistic goals within desired timeframes.
  • Delivered key academic concepts using engaging teaching methods, improving student understanding.
  • Provided additional support to struggling students, promoting improved academic confidence.
  • Prepared students to take official exams, achieving high success rate.
  • Tutored students struggling with specific barriers to learning.
  • Adapted diverse teaching methods to boost student focus.
  • Applied various instructional approaches, experiential learning and self-assessment to increase retention and understanding.
  • Delivered remote learning sessions via educational platforms and video conferencing software.
  • Assessed students' progress to create and implement action plans.
  • Provided engaging educational resources to broaden student learning tools.
  • Set-up equipment and gathered teaching materials to prepare for lessons.

Teacher of English

Altrincham College
Manchester, Manchester
09.2017 - 03.2020
  • Adapted teaching styles and resources to suit student age and ability.
  • Managed challenging behaviour with firm and fair style.
  • Supported students in achieving personalised linguistic goals within desired timeframes.
  • Delivered key academic concepts using engaging teaching methods, improving student understanding.
  • Applied differentiated teaching methods to meet varied student needs.
  • Helped non-native speakers with confidence and social integration.
  • Offered personalised constructive feedback to improve student development.
  • Taught spelling, pronunciation and sentence structure to form basic foundation of language.
  • Provided additional support to struggling students, promoting improved academic confidence.
  • Tutored students struggling with specific barriers to learning.
  • Recommended effective additional learning resources, aiding continued student confidence and abilities.
  • Organised extra-curricular activities and field trips to supplement and enhance learning experience.
  • Built rapport with students, incentivising engagement and interaction.
  • Evaluated student progress by providing short quizzes, examinations and standardised tests.
  • Targeted practice and revision to develop students' abilities in speaking and writing.
  • Delivered remote learning sessions via educational platforms and video conferencing software.

Teacher of English

Salford City Academy
Manchester, Greater Manchester
09.2013 - 07.2017
  • Adapted teaching styles and resources to suit student age and ability.
  • Managed challenging behaviour with firm and fair style.
  • Supported students in achieving personalised linguistic goals within desired timeframes.
  • Delivered key academic concepts using engaging teaching methods, improving student understanding.
  • Applied differentiated teaching methods to meet varied student needs.
  • Planned dynamic, interesting lessons by incorporating variety of mediums.
  • Offered personalised constructive feedback to improve student development.
  • Monitored difficulties in students to provide extra coaching and assistance.
  • Established positive, productive classroom environments for maximised student engagement.
  • Set and marked written and spoken language exams.
  • Prepared students to take official exams, achieving high success rate.
  • Recommended effective additional learning resources, aiding continued student confidence and abilities.
  • Prepared comprehensive feedback and revision plans for students.
  • Adapted diverse teaching methods to boost student focus.
  • Built rapport with students, incentivising engagement and interaction.
  • Attended all scheduled meetings and parent's evenings, consistently encouraging parental involvement to boost student performance.
  • Developed intervention strategies to improve student performance.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English

Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester
09.2008 - 06.2011

PGCE with QTS - Secondary English

Edge Hill University
Ormskirk
09.2012 - 06.2013

Skills

  • Student engagement
  • Tutoring experience
  • Organisational ability
  • Lesson planning expertise
  • Professional development
  • Interactive classroom instruction
  • Quality education
  • Literacy skills
  • Learning assessments
  • Hands-on learning
  • Curriculum development
  • Differentiated instruction
  • SMART Boards
  • Autism spectrum awareness

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Teacher of Religious Education

Blessed Thomas Holford Catholic College
09.2023 - 03.2024

Supply Teacher in Secondary Schools

Vision For Education
04.2022 - 07.2022

Teacher of English

Moorside High School
11.2021 - 03.2022

Teacher of English and Religious Education

St Thomas More Catholic College
09.2020 - 10.2021

Teacher of English

Altrincham College
09.2017 - 03.2020

Teacher of English

Salford City Academy
09.2013 - 07.2017

PGCE with QTS - Secondary English

Edge Hill University
09.2012 - 06.2013

Bachelor of Arts - English

Manchester Metropolitan University
09.2008 - 06.2011
Anisha Tayub