Catherine Cole
Plymouth,United Kingdom
Summary
I am an attentive Special Education Teacher with over 2 decades of experience. Equipped to support student needs with diversified instruction and diligent IEP management and amending and creating EHCP's. I evaluates student needs and advocates for proper resources to meet learning objectives. I monitors formal and informal assessments and adjusts education plans to accommodate progress and challenges.
I am a diligent educator offers proven history of successful classroom management and student support. I encourage exploration of new concepts to boost engagement and curiosity. I follow established curriculum to support SEN learning objectives.
I have had many experiences within the education sector which allows me to be adaptable to many varying situations. I have experience in working closely with outside agencies and varying local authority teams, allowing for engaging team work both within the school environment and beyond.
I have liaised closely with parents and carers to establish positive relationships, which has allowed for better understanding of the pupils individual needs.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Teaching assistant
Longcause special school
- 1:1 teaching assistant (TA) provides individualized support to a student, under the guidance of the class teacher to ensure their learning and well-being needs are met. This includes supporting the student with access to learning activities, promoting their social, emotional, and physical development, potentially assisting with their IEP/EHCP (Individual Education)
- Key Responsibilities of a 1:1 Teaching Assistant:
- Individualized Support: Provide one-to-one support to the student, focusing on their specific learning needs and helping them access the curriculum.
- Learning Support: Assist with preparing and delivering learning activities, adapting the tasks to the student's individual needs.
- Social, Emotional, and Physical Well-being: Support the student's social, emotional, and physical development, including monitoring their health and safety.
- Observation and Assessment: Observe the student's progress, record observations, and provide feedback to the class teacher.
- Communication: Liaise with parents and other professionals to ensure a coordinated approach to the student's support.
- Safeguarding: Take appropriate responsibility for safeguarding and the welfare of the student, including being aware of potential health and safety.
- Other Duties: May be required to assist with classroom organization, lunchtimes, and other school-related tasks as needed.
- Reason for Leaving: N/a
- Salary: £n/a
Teacher
Combe pafford school
Torquay, Torbay
09.2016 - 03.2023
- Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils.
- Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils.
- Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge.
- Plan and teach well-structured lessons.
- Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils.
- Teach either individuals or small groups of pupils within, or outside, the class.
- Inclusion in all aspects of learning real life scenarios via core subject lessons.
- Prepare lessons and resources.
- Mark and assess work.
- Develop and adapt conventional teaching methods to meet the individual needs of pupils.
- Liaise with parents.
- Liaise with colleagues.
- Manage behaviours accordingly.
- Manage subject as lead person of PSHE.
- Provide outreach support to families & carers of SEN pupils.
- Create EHCP's for new pupils adapt EHCP's at annual review.
- Liaise with Local authority for pastoral/respite support.
- Liaise with multiple agencies for pupils and family support.
- Point of contact for staff, pupils and families for ASC knowledge and support.
- Reason for Leaving: Move to Plymouth
- Salary: £38,600
- Adjusted teaching methods according to individual student's needs, ensured inclusive learning environment.
- Worked closely with colleagues for implementing cross-curricular projects that engaged students in comprehensive learning experiences.
- Took part in parent-teacher meetings discussing pupil progress and potential areas for improvement.
- Created inclusive classroom setting to ensure all students felt accepted and valued.
- Assessed student progress, provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Utilised ICT tools, enhanced interactive learning experience in classrooms.
- Integrated technology into lessons to make subjects more appealing to today's tech-savvy students.
- Fostered strong relationships with students by displaying genuine interest in their personal growth and achievements.
- Using class Dojo, communicated regularly with parents about their children's performance and behaviour at school.
- Tailored homework assignments according to individual student ability level, increased understanding of complex concepts.
- Collaborated with special education professionals to cater for needs of differently-abled pupils in regular classrooms.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Created lesson plans and scheduled each day to promote maximum student engagement.
- Fostered a positive learning environment for student engagement through effective classroom management.
- Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
- Planned and organised classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience.
- Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
- Boosted student success by maximising individual learning, balancing group and individual instruction models to accommodate different academic levels.
- Completed training courses to keep up-to-date with new teaching methods and developments in the field.
- Provided reading instruction to special needs students.
- Administered assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Assigned homework assignments and special projects for students to demonstrate knowledge of subject material.
- Supported students to identify problems impeding education.
- Encouraged students to persevere with challenging tasks.
- Coordinated school trips, broadened the pupils' cultural exposure and understanding.
Unqualified teacher - cover supervisor - Outreach
Combe Pafford school
Torquay, Torbay
02.2002 - 09.2016
- Developed engaging lesson plans by applying knowledge of educational theories and methods.
- Coordinated school trips, broadened the pupils' cultural exposure and understanding.
- Took part in parent-teacher meetings discussing pupil progress and potential areas for improvement.
- Utilised ICT tools, enhanced interactive learning experience in classrooms.
- Safeguarded pupils' welfare within the school premises for their safety and security.
- Kept records of pupil attendance accurately, assisting in administrative tasks.
- Facilitated group discussions amongst students, promoting peer learning and collaboration.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of school policies and procedures, ensuring compliance at all times.
- Promoted inclusive teaching strategies with an aim to accommodate individual learner needs.
- Provided support for children with special educational needs to improve learning outcomes.
- Adapted teaching materials to meet needs of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) students.
- Supported children with special educational needs, promoting inclusivity within the school environment.
- Provided support to students with special educational needs, ensuring inclusion.
- Supported students with special educational needs, promoting inclusivity and diversity in the classroom.
- Delivered distinctive training sessions for colleagues on special educational needs techniques.
- Developed unique curriculum for special educational needs students.
- Supported diverse student groups, including those with disabilities, special educational needs and mental health issues.
- Worked closely with SENCOs to optimise learning experiences for students with special educational needs.
- Observed and assisted children with special educational needs to maximise early learning experiences.
- Provided guidance on special educational needs provision, assisting in the creation of inclusive learning environments.
- Assisted in developing school policy around special educational needs, ensuring inclusivity at all levels.
- Led staff training for improved understanding of special educational needs.
- Guided parents through various administrative procedures related to child care benefits or special educational needs provision.
Education
PGCE - education
Plymouth University
Plymouth 09.2015 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Autism children
Birmingham City University
Birmingham 09.2010 - 06.2012
GCSEs - education
South Devon College
Paignton, Torbay 09.2014 - 06.2015
Skills
- Special education techniques
- Lesson planning
- Emergent curriculum
- Kind and empathetic educator
- Creative lesson plan development
- SMART Board aptitude
- Parent and student communication
- Flexible and adaptive
- Curriculum Development
- Student behaviour management
References
Anne Hutchinson - Headteacher 2023-present
Longcause Community School, Plymouth, PL7 1JB
EMAIL: ahutchinson@longcause.plymouth.sch.uk
TELEPHONE: 01752 336881
Mrs. Jennifer McVeigh - Deputy Headteacher 2010- 2023
Combe pafford school Steps lane, Watcombe, Torquay, , TQ2 8NL
Email: jmcveigh@combepafford.torbay.sch.uk
TELEPHONE: 07810376496
Timeline
Teacher
Combe pafford school
09.2016 - 03.2023
PGCE - education
Plymouth University
09.2015 - 09.2016
GCSEs - education
South Devon College
09.2014 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Autism children
Birmingham City University
09.2010 - 06.2012
Unqualified teacher - cover supervisor - Outreach
Combe Pafford school
02.2002 - 09.2016
Teaching assistant
Longcause special school
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