Caroline Watson
Childcare Lecturer
East Kilbride,GLG
Summary
Highly effective Childcare Lecturer with the College with a proven track record in student engagement, success and innovative lesson planning. Experienced in assessment design and classroom management, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment. Successfully adapted teaching strategies during the pandemic, enhancing student comprehension and collaboration among faculty. Committed to professional development and student success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Lecturer
South Lanarkshire College
11.2012 - Current
- Evaluate student progress through regular assessments, providing feedback for improvement and development.
- Create and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student learning.
- Develop positive relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practice.
- Develop and implement innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework ensuring they are student centered.
- Adapted quickly to shifting educational landscapes during global pandemic, using digital tools to engage students via virtual platforms.
- Manage classes effectively, maintaining a positive learning environment conducive to student success.
- Use digital technology to give presentations to student classrooms.
- Design lesson plans and curriculum to meet SQA academic specifications.
- Contribute to departmental meetings by sharing insights on effective teaching strategies and proposing solutions.
- Enhance student comprehension of complex theories through lectures and interactive discussions.
- Actively ensure a supportive and inclusive classroom environment to improve student engagement and participation.
- Created innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
Early Years Practitioner
Stonefield Nursery & After School Care
10.2010 - 07.2014
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Maintained accurate records of each child's progress throughout the year using various documentation methods such as portfolios or tracking sheets.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Sanitised toys and play equipment to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Boosted children's social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Assisted in the assessment of each child's abilities, tailoring instruction to meet individual needs and learning styles.
- Assisted and supervised children through entire school day.
- Engaged with community by organising visits from local professionals, broadening children's understanding of different roles in the community..
- Supported emotional development by teaching and modeling empathy and kindness in daily interactions.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills with specially designed activities and games.
- Developed diverse curriculum to cater to different learning styles, improving educational outcomes.
- Enhanced literacy skills with storytelling sessions, capturing children's imaginations and interest in reading.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Teaching Qualification in Further Education (TQFE)
University of Dundee
Dundee, United Kingdom 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Childhood Studies
University of The West of Scotland
Hamilton, United Kingdom 04.2001 -
Skills
Professional development
Online class discussion
Discussion facilitation
Classroom management
Lesson planning
PowerPoint
Online lectures
Student records management
Student engagement
Assessment and course development
Faculty collaboration
Assessment design
Program assessment
Supporting materials
Student performance evaluation
Hobbies and Interests
In my spare time I enjoy travelling around Scotland with my husband. We are regularly found beachcombing for seaglass, which I make into jewellery, Christmas ornaments and framed pictures for my friends and family. As my husband is an avid photographer, I now enjoy bird watching and generally scanning the sea and mountains for our stunning Red Deer or otters (a particular favourite!). Family nights out for a meals with our two adult boys are always a joy, as they keep us entertained with their shenanigans. I love watching thriller style dramas or reading the same genre - l like to be kept guessing!
Timeline
Childcare Lecturer
South Lanarkshire College
11.2012 - Current
Early Years Practitioner
Stonefield Nursery & After School Care
10.2010 - 07.2014
Post Graduate Diploma - Teaching Qualification in Further Education (TQFE)
University of Dundee
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Childhood Studies
University of The West of Scotland
04.2001 -
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