Anita Quinn
Daventry,Northamptonshire
Summary
Passionate educator specialising in child psychology and adaptable teaching strategies for Key Stage 1 and 2. Expertise in lesson planning, behaviour management, and differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs, including special educational requirements. Utilises active learning and positive reinforcement to boost student engagement and assessment. Advocates for effective communication with parents and prioritises child safeguarding to foster resilience and inclusivity in educational practices.
Overview
8
8
years of post-secondary education
35
35
years of professional experience
Work history
Teacher in a primary school
Innovate Multi Academy Trust (Badby/Kilsby School)
Daventry/Rugby, Northamptonshire
11.2011 - 04.2026
- Developed innovative lesson plans to nurture creativity among pupils.
- Implemented strategies to engage reluctant learners, improving overall class participation rates.
- Integrated creative learning strategies, such as games and team-building exercises, resulting in increased classroom engagement.
- Encouraged active participation in class discussions, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively, ensuring optimal learning environment for all students.
- Ensured safe, respectful learning environment through strict adherence toschool's code of conduct.
- Improved student literacy skills through reading comprehension exercises.
- Mentored new teachers providing guidance on effective classroom management techniques.
- Regularly updated parents about their child's progress maintaining open lines of communication.
- Assisted in development of school policies promoting inclusion and equality amongst students.
- Organised school trips as means of enhancing experiential learning opportunities for pupils.
- Oversaw sports activities, ensuring student safety and engagement., excursions and other extra-curricular activities.
- Fostered personal development by motivating students to enhance their mental and social skills. by motivating students to use mental and social capabilities.
Retail manager
Next PLC
Multiple locations , Leicestershire
06.1991 - 12.2011
- Oversaw staffing and training to develop customer-focused team.
- Achieved increased customer satisfaction by implementing effective staff training programmes.
- Handled customer complaints effectively to maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Delivered exceptional service standards by promoting team collaboration and commitment.
- Delivered exceptional service to strengthen customer relationships for future opportunities.
- Provided coaching support for staff members which resulted in enhanced performances.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, fostering a culture of continuous improvement amongst team members.
- Oversaw recruitment process thereby ensuring best talents were hired into the retail team.
- Ensured smooth running of daily operations with efficient resource allocation.
- Performed various store operations including opening and closing procedures, product display management and budget control.
- Analysed sales figures, identifying areas to improve and implementing remedial action.
- Maintained health and safety standards to ensure a safe shopping environment for customers.
- Conducted staff appraisals and promoted ongoing professional development.
- Kept staff records regarding holidays, absences and discipline.
- Inspired team to represent brand with enthusiasm by maintaining high standards
- Kept business in compliance with internal controls, industry regulations and health and safety requirements.
- Established budgets with controls to ensure optimal financial operations.
Education
GCSEs - School
Stratford upon ~Avon High School
Warwickshire, United Kingdom 09.1983 - 07.1988
Qualifies teacher Status (QTS) - Teaching (Primary age 4-11)
Two Mile Ash Teacher Training Partnership
Milton Keynes 09.2019 - 07.2020
Post graduate certificate in education (PGCE) - Teaching (Primary age 4-11)
City of Birmingham University
Birmingham 09.2019 - 07.2020
BA Teaching and Learning - Teaching (Primary age 4-11)
University of Northampton
Northampton 09.2017 - 07.2019
Skills
- Key stage 1 and 2 teaching
- Student engagement and assessment
- Differentiated instruction
- Special needs support
- Behaviour management strategies
- Child safeguarding
- Effective parent-teacher communication
- Inclusivity
- Child psychology understanding
- Patience, resilience and empathy
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Qualifies teacher Status (QTS) - Teaching (Primary age 4-11)
Two Mile Ash Teacher Training Partnership
09.2019 - 07.2020
Post graduate certificate in education (PGCE) - Teaching (Primary age 4-11)
City of Birmingham University
09.2019 - 07.2020
BA Teaching and Learning - Teaching (Primary age 4-11)
University of Northampton
09.2017 - 07.2019
Teacher in a primary school
Innovate Multi Academy Trust (Badby/Kilsby School)
11.2011 - 04.2026
Retail manager
Next PLC
06.1991 - 12.2011
GCSEs - School
Stratford upon ~Avon High School
09.1983 - 07.1988