ANN GEPP
New Barnet,Barnet
Summary
Adaptable and experienced teaching professional with a strong dedication to the holistic development of children.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of post-secondary education
18
18
years of professional experience
Work history
Part Time Personal Assistant
Gepp Industries Ltd
London, Greater London
2022.09 - Current
- Coordinate correspondence and organise daily schedule for director to maximise time management.
- Schedule appointments, meetings and conference calls and take minutes with accuracy and precision, facilitating follow-up actions efficiently.
- Support Company Director by managing daily administrative tasks, ensuring smooth operations.
- Develop pitches and presentations for proposals, enhancing client engagement and communication.
- Perform bookkeeping and accounting tasks to maintain financial records.
Teacher of English
Finchley Catholic High School
Finchley , Greater London
2015.09 - 2020.07
- Taught English to KS5, fostering critical thinking and communication skills across all year groups as form tutor
- Designed and implemented targeted intervention and revision sessions for SEN pupils and KS4 and 5 exam candidates, improving confidence and exam readiness
- Conducted regular formative and summative assessments of pupils' work, providing constructive feedback for improvement
- Achieved target exam results through focused teaching strategies.
- Whole School Literacy Coordinator Sept 2016-Sept 2017
- Speak Out Challenge and Model United Nations Coordinator and Debating Coach
- Supported whole school and department development plans
- Planned and led engaging extracurricular activities and trips abroad, enriching student experiences and promoting cultural awareness
Head of English
North Bridge House Prep School
Camden , London
2013.09 - 2015.08
- Oversaw Y3-Y5 curriculum planning, enhancing continuity and prepared curriculum and exams for Y6-8, aligning with educational standards.
- Liaised with senior schools for 11+ and 13+ Common Entrance Exam preparation
- Led teacher training sessions to non-specialist teachers, provided lesson plans, outcomes and assessments
- Fostered engaging learning environment, promoting student enthusiasm and departmental progression.
- Collaborated with staff to produce Y6 school play, managing rehearsals and set design.
- Spearheaded charity fundraising initiatives and community work for pupils, establishing outreach programmes.
Teacher of French
St Ignatius College
Enfield, London
2011.09 - 2013.08
- Planned and taught engaging French lessons to all key stages and to mixed ability groups in line with curriculum specification
- Developed students' core linguistic skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) while cultivating vital cultural awareness and global empathy
- Used AFL for responsive teaching, student tracking and to create student autonomy through peer and self assessment
- Supported department's cultural enrichment goals: language club, trips abroad, European partnerships etc
- Technology Integration: Used digital tools, multimedia, and online platforms to create a blended learning environment.
- Worked in Inclusion unit once a week
Teacher of English and French
Rainey Endowed Grammar School
Magherafelt, Antrim, N. Ireland
2009.09 - 2011.08
- Successfully worked with English and French departments
- Implemented new GCSE and A Level specifications into existing and new schemes of work
- Member of focus group on raising motivation amongst boys in MFL
- Taught KS3 Games
- KS3 Debate Club
Teacher of French
Sir Frederic Osborn School
Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire
2008.09 - 2009.08
- Acted as a positive role model in a challenging school, creating a positive and fun environment to motivate
and encourage children to participate in MFL - Set appropriate learning and behaviour expectations of pupils, in line with the school’s
behaviour policy, and supported pupils appropriately to achieve these. - Supported the MFL Lead to ensure schemes of work and curriculum developments were up to date.
- Implemented cross curricular topics with Spanish and Cookery
- Coordinator for Arsenal Double Club - languages and football coaching in Spanish.
- Taught A Level French within an A Level consortium liaising with 4 other schools.
Education
PGCE Modern Languages - French Specialism
University of Manchester
Manchester 2007.09 - 2008.05
BA Joint Honours - English and French
Queens University
Belfast 2002.09 - 2007.05
GCSEs (4 A*, 3 A, 2 B) and A Level AABB -
Mount Lourdes Convent Grammar School
Enniskillen, Fermanagh 1995.09 - 2002.06
Skills
- Curriculum delivery
- Progress tracking
- Blended learning design
- Student engagement
- Behaviour management
- Public speaking
Affiliations
- Walking, tennis, pilates and reading
Certification
- Driving Licence
- Personal Styling Fashion Online Diploma Autumn 2022
- Mindfulness for Wellbeing in Schools course Spring 2022
- First Aid course
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Part Time Personal Assistant
Gepp Industries Ltd
2022.09 - Current
Teacher of English
Finchley Catholic High School
2015.09 - 2020.07
Head of English
North Bridge House Prep School
2013.09 - 2015.08
Teacher of French
St Ignatius College
2011.09 - 2013.08
Teacher of English and French
Rainey Endowed Grammar School
2009.09 - 2011.08
Teacher of French
Sir Frederic Osborn School
2008.09 - 2009.08
PGCE Modern Languages - French Specialism
University of Manchester
2007.09 - 2008.05
BA Joint Honours - English and French
Queens University
2002.09 - 2007.05
GCSEs (4 A*, 3 A, 2 B) and A Level AABB -
Mount Lourdes Convent Grammar School
1995.09 - 2002.06