AUDE LACROIX
London,UK
Summary
Experienced educational leader with a strong background in language instruction and curriculum development. Proven ability to enhance student performance and maintain high standards of behaviour through effective communication and conflict resolution. Skilled in utilising technology to support learning and improve educational outcomes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
8018
8018
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Head of Languages
Highgate Wood School
London
01.2011 - 11.2025
- My department exams results are outstanding and continue to exceed the national average each year. My last 15 years trend is thoroughly consistent and strong in all languages. I have driven my department consistently to the top of national figures (between 2% to 10% over the years). In 2025, we achieved over 90% in French and Spanish, with 77% grade 9-7 in French and 61% 9-7 in Spanish, the best figures in the school.
- Implemented new research, including applying Rosenshine to the languages classroom which boosted understanding of subject matter.
- Employed excellent time-management skills to maximise task completion and curriculum delivery and organisation.
- Assisted in the selection, recruitment and training of new staff members, ensuring smooth processes for maximum efficiency.
Head of Department in Languages
George Mitchell School
London
09.2007 - 12.2010
- Facilitated and managed effective working relationships with students, staff and parents through effective communication and kindness.
- Raised the achievement of A
- To C in KS4. I have raised the performance from 30% A
- -C to 79% A
- -C consistently from 3 years as a Head of Department since taking the position through consistently monitoring and assessing learners' progress, providing in-depth, personalised feedback to drive attainment.
- Set and maintained positive expectations for students' behaviour, establishing a high standard of discipline through well-focused teaching.
French co-ordinator
09.2004 - 08.2007
Acting Head of Year
Convent of Jesus and Mary Language College
London
12.2004 - 08.2005
- Monitored and improved performance regarding attendance and punctuality.
- Worked closely with caregivers and pupils to set attainable personal and educational goals, monitoring progress regularly to aid successful achievement.
- Ensured appropriate student safeguarding at all times, consulting senior management and escalating concerns as required.
- Promoted the ethos of the school through leading high quality assemblies.
- Organised and, through a team of tutors, implemented a framework for daily tutorial activities. This included both day to day administrative tasks (signing of planners, checking absences etc) and year specific tasks (preparation for exams, options, learning conversations etc)
Secondary School Teacher of French
Camden School for Girls
London, UK
01.2004 - 08.2004
- My responsibilities included writing schemes of work, monitoring assessment in the department, organising trips and projects
- Consistently monitored and assessed learners' progress, providing in-depth, personalised feedback to drive attainment.
- Maternity leave teacher of French, Camden School for girls
- During this maternity cover position, I was responsible for teaching French across all ages
- Inspired students to develop a passion for learning modern languages through excelling teaching skills and great personality, maintaining engaging and interactive lessons.
Cover Supervisor Secondary School
Multiple supply agencies
London
09.2003 - 12.2003
- In this time I had a long supply cover job in Hasmonean High school for boys
- I was offered 2 permanent jobs in two different schools while supplying
Deputy Head of Year
Wembley High School
London
09.2002 - 08.2003
- My responsibilities included reviewing and supporting Individual Educational Plan of all year 8 more able students students
- Supported team leader in improving operations and resolving issues to deliver top-notch behaviour
Teacher of French and Spanish
Wembley High School
London
09.2000 - 08.2003
- My responsibilities included teaching Spanish (KS3) and French to all ages in this large, multicultural comprehensive school, and being a Form tutor for a group of 30 pupils for 3 years
- I also participated in extra curriculum activities such as languages club, GCSE revision classes
Education
NPQSL -
UCL Institute of Education
London, ENGPGCE- MFL -
University of North London
London, ENGLicence/ Degree -
Université des Lettres
BesanconDiploma of Higher Education -
Université des Lettres de Besancon
BesanconBaccalauréat E.S - Social Studies and Economics
Lycée Saint-Jean
Besancon, FranceSkills
- Critical thinking I am very strong at problem-solving and multi-tasking I work very well under stress and can efficiently prioritise tasks I analysis with efficiency and I am very open-minded
- Conflict resolution Maintained outstanding behaviour with the students at all times through respect, kindness, de-escalation techniques, active listening and use non-threatening body language
- Tech skills Utilised Excel and Powerpoint to monitor progress of students and prepare top notch lesson plans
- Subject knowledge Undertook Subject Knowledge Enhancement training in Spanish with IOE few years ago and just completed a B1 level with Instituto de Cervantes
- Time management Maintained daily, weekly and term-based plans to effectively manage time I am well-known as completing all my deadlines before the given time
- Communication Very prompt and effective responses to communicate with parents and other stakeholders in the school
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
I love exercising, I was part of a Roller Derby Team before the pandemic. I love art and I draw and sketch. My main medium of work is watercolour. I love languages and travelling.
Timeline
Head of Languages
Highgate Wood School
01.2011 - 11.2025
Head of Department in Languages
George Mitchell School
09.2007 - 12.2010
Acting Head of Year
Convent of Jesus and Mary Language College
12.2004 - 08.2005
French co-ordinator
09.2004 - 08.2007
Secondary School Teacher of French
Camden School for Girls
01.2004 - 08.2004
Cover Supervisor Secondary School
Multiple supply agencies
09.2003 - 12.2003
Deputy Head of Year
Wembley High School
09.2002 - 08.2003
Teacher of French and Spanish
Wembley High School
09.2000 - 08.2003
Baccalauréat E.S - Social Studies and Economics
Lycée Saint-Jean
NPQSL -
UCL Institute of Education
PGCE- MFL -
University of North London
Licence/ Degree -
Université des Lettres
Diploma of Higher Education -
Université des Lettres de Besancon