Anna Hasson
Ballymena,Antrim and Newtownabbey
Summary
Dedicated Primary Teacher with three years of experience delivering the British curriculum in diverse classrooms. Specialises in curriculum planning, assessment for learning, and differentiation to meet varied learning needs, including EAL students. Focused on creating an inclusive environment that nurtures confidence and a passion for learning.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of post-secondary education
7
7
years of professional experience
Work history
Primary teacher
Newton International School
Doha, Qatar
2023.09 - 2026.06
- Planned and delivered engaging lessons for Year 3 and Year 4 classes following the British Curriculum, with a high proportion of EAL learners.
- Differentiated teaching strategies to meet needs of EAL and SEN pupils, fostering inclusion and improving achievement for all learners.
- Created a positive, well-managed classroom environment that encouraged independence, confidence and high expectations.
- Created engaging learning resources and interactive activities that increased pupil engagement and positively impacted learning outcomes.
- Developed long-, medium- and short-term plans (LTPs, MTPs and STPs) alongside formative and summative assessments to monitor pupil progress.
- Established strong relationships with parents to enhance pupil development and wellbeing.
- Led extracurricular clubs, providing enriching learning opportunities beyond the classroom.
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) – School Placements 4
St. Mary's University College Belfast
Belfast, Antrim
2019.09 - 2023.06
- Planned, delivered and evaluated lessons in line with the Northern Ireland Curriculum, incorporating Learning Intentions, Success Criteria and Assessment for Learning (AfL) strategies.
- Designed and implemented engaging learning experiences that effectively promoted Cross-Curricular Skills of Communication, Using Mathematics and Using ICT.
- Modified teaching strategies to effectively address diverse learning abilities, ensuring all pupils received appropriate support and opportunities for success.
- Completed diverse teaching placements across Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 in Northern Ireland primary schools, enhancing practical teaching skills and classroom management.
Education
Bachelor of Education (BEd) - Primary with Religious Studies
St Mary's University College Belfast
Belfast, Antrim 2019.09 - 2023.06
Religious Education Certificate - Religion
St Mary’s University College Belfast
2019.09 - 2024.06
A-Levels - Religion, Health and Social Care and Business Studies
St Louis Grammar School, Ballymena
Ballymena 2012.09 - 2019.06
Skills
- Teaching resource development
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Progress monitoring
- Digital classroom tools
- Interactive whiteboards
- Child safeguarding
- Parent communication
- Emotional support
Certification
- Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to Enhance Teaching and Learning
- Effective Differentiation in Literacy and Numeracy
- Active Learning Strategies in the Primary Classroom
- Supporting Pupils with English as an Additional Language (EAL)
- Assessment for Learning (AfL) and Effective Feedback
- Behaviour Management and Positive Classroom Practice
- Safeguarding and Child Protection
Affiliations
- Running
- Travel and experiencing new cultures
- Team sports and fitness
Timeline
Primary teacher
Newton International School
2023.09 - 2026.06
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) – School Placements 4
St. Mary's University College Belfast
2019.09 - 2023.06
Bachelor of Education (BEd) - Primary with Religious Studies
St Mary's University College Belfast
2019.09 - 2023.06
Religious Education Certificate - Religion
St Mary’s University College Belfast
2019.09 - 2024.06
A-Levels - Religion, Health and Social Care and Business Studies
St Louis Grammar School, Ballymena
2012.09 - 2019.06