ANNA LAMB
Newcastle upon Tyne ,UK
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in literacy coaching and special needs education. Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal communication and unwavering positivity, fostering strong parent communication and effective time-management. Committed to health and safety compliance while supporting diverse learning needs. Fluent in Polish, aiming to leverage skills in a dynamic educational environment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher of Polish
School of Polish Language and Culture
Newcastle Upon Tyne , United Kingdom
01.2025 - Current
- Boosted students' reading comprehension with creative teaching strategies.
- Behaviour management for primary school children.
- Worked closely with colleagues for implementing cross-curricular projects that engaged students in comprehensive learning experiences.
- Fostered positive learning environment for student engagement through effective classroom management.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and fun activities .
- Managed dance party for almost 100 people, encourage to dress up and support with special needs children
- 2 different age groups experience with preparing and running class for 3 hours and 30 minutes on Saturdays including supervision at lunch time
Household CEO
Self Employed
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
08.2014 - Current
- Developed strong problem solving and inter personal skills.
- Provided transport and companionship by engaging in social and recreational activities for children under 12 years old.
- Thought literacy, numeracy, swimming,tennis.
- Integrated technology into home lessons to make subjects more appealing to today's tech-savvy children.
- Fostered strong relationships with children by displaying genuine interest in their personal growth, achievements and deeply knowing their friends and parents .
- Communicated regularly with teachers about children's performance and behaviour at school using Teams, PA Connect, SOCS, Firefly and Showbie.
- Taking part in parent-teacher meetings discussing pupil progress and potential areas for improvement.
- Organising trips, playdates, broadened children cultural exposure and understanding.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing games and outdoor recreational activities.
- Encouraged children to persevere with challenging tasks.
- Supported kids to identify problems impeding education.
- Common sense and safety procedures developed.
- Offered counselling to help children deal with school, personal, or behavioural issues.
- Personalised instruction and personal mentoring based on individual strengths and abilities.
- Signposted opportunities for further learning and development.
- Improved time management and prioritisation.
- Budgeting and investing.
Yought Work Volunteer
Holy Trinity Church
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Running Arts and Crafts for pre school children.
- Supply cakes, toys and books.
- Helping with transport and develop stronger relationships with parents and grandparents.
- Increased life skills.
- Helping with kitchen duties and serving food for over 40 people.
- Responded efficiently to needs of young children, ensuring their well-being and safety.
- Attending staff meetings and suggesting improvements
Childminder
Self employed
Newcastle upon Tyne , United Kingdom
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Pick up from NPS school and providing up to 2 hours child care.
- Prepared nutritious meals to encourage healthy eating habits.
- Taking children swimming, gymnastics, brownies or trips to local park.
- Running painting club at home.
- Teaching running bike and ice skating.
Teacher
Homeschooling
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
03.2020 - 07.2020
- Key Stage1 teacher due to COVIT 19 situation based at home using ZOOM and MicrosoftTeams
- Counting in English and Polish, basic reading using phonics books and supporting videos from school, basic writing skills
- Boom Reader and Education City used
- Creative play using cardboard and paint, baking
- Implemented engaging teaching programmes across multiple core subject areas.
- Used behaviour management techniques to maintain positive learning environments, dealt with discipline
- Marked student work with clear improvement feedback.
- Positive environment, encouraging child to express opinions, thoughts and feelings.
- Helped to reach full potential across multiple primary subjects using blend of modern and traditional teaching techniques.
- Followed daily lesson plans send by school targeted to current curriculum standards.
- Supervised student using Mathematics, MyMaths and explain numeracy in creating way
Administrator/ Accounts Assistant
Stadium Packaging Services
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
07.2012 - 07.2014
- Sorted incoming mail promptly, reducing clutter and improving organisation in workplace.
- Answered over 20 inbound phone calls, resulting in excellent customer service provided to clients.
- Resolved minor technical issues swiftly avoiding unnecessary delays in workflow.
- Improved record keeping system with attention to detail and thoroughness by using Sage and Glovia software , time and attendance using Avante
- Compiled essential data into useful spreadsheets enhancing overall understanding of business performance.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality at all times as required by protocol.
- Managed office supply inventory, performing stocktake duties and ordering additional supplies to meet staff needs.
Personal Assistant
Disability North
Newcastle upon Tyne , United Kingdom
07.2010 - 07.2012
- PA responsible for helping woman with cerebral palsy during Independent Living course in Westgate College
- Helping with managing budget
- Driving to see places or using public transport together
- Supervising client eating habits and improving confidence
- Managed correspondence and meeting with Social Services
- Scheduled appointment and making sure client attends them
- Coordinated daily schedules for CEO with meticulous attention to detail.
Trainee Administrator
Christine Nugent Business Travel
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
07.2008 - 03.2009
- Handled incoming calls and emails
- Facilitated smooth operations within department through organised file management and data entry tasks.
- Booking hotels and car hire, currency for clients travels
- Increased sales of train tickets by 5%
Education
NVQ Level 4 - AAT
Gateshead College
Gateshead 09/2010 - 05/2014
NVQ Level 2 - ESOL Skills for Life
University of Cambridge
Newcastle upon Tyne 09/2008 - 06/2010
Bachelor of Law and Administration - Administration
University of Gdansk
Gdansk, Poland 10/2005 - 07/2008
Diploma in Tourism - Tourism
Tourism College
Gdansk, Poland 09/2004 - 06/2006
Skills
- Literacy coaching
- Interpersonal communication
- Unwavering positivity
- Parent communication
- Time-management
- Health and Safety Compliance
Languages
Polish
Native
English
Fluent
French
Elementary
Affiliations
- Trips
- Sport activities
- Duolingo
- Social events
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher of Polish
School of Polish Language and Culture
01.2025 - Current
Yought Work Volunteer
Holy Trinity Church
09.2023 - 07.2024
Childminder
Self employed
01.2021 - 07.2022
Teacher
Homeschooling
03.2020 - 07.2020
Household CEO
Self Employed
08.2014 - Current
Administrator/ Accounts Assistant
Stadium Packaging Services
07.2012 - 07.2014
Personal Assistant
Disability North
07.2010 - 07.2012
Trainee Administrator
Christine Nugent Business Travel
07.2008 - 03.2009
NVQ Level 4 - AAT
Gateshead College
09/2010 - 05/2014
NVQ Level 2 - ESOL Skills for Life
University of Cambridge
09/2008 - 06/2010
Bachelor of Law and Administration - Administration
University of Gdansk
10/2005 - 07/2008
Diploma in Tourism - Tourism
Tourism College
09/2004 - 06/2006
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