Ioana Raluca Constantin
Romford,Havering
Summary
Highly experienced and dependable EAL Teaching Assistant holding Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), with extensive experience working in UK secondary education. Demonstrates a proven track record of delivering high-quality English language instruction to multilingual learners, fostering inclusive, engaging, and academically rigorous learning environments. Seeking a senior EAL teaching role within an International Summer School, where professional expertise can be applied to support diverse cohorts of international students.
Brings strong leadership in planning, delivering, and evaluating EAL provision, including whole-class teaching, small-group instruction, and one-to-one interventions. Highly skilled in assessing English language proficiency, placing learners at appropriate levels, and tailoring instruction to meet individual needs, ensuring rapid progress in language acquisition, confidence, and academic performance.
A reflective and intellectually curious educator who continually develops practice through research-informed pedagogy and innovative instructional strategies. Experienced in designing engaging curricula, preparing high-impact learning materials, and implementing assessment-led approaches that enhance learner participation and achievement in intensive learning environments, including summer programmes.
Recognised for excellent classroom management, communication, and organisational skills, with the ability to create positive, well-structured, and culturally responsive classrooms. Builds strong professional relationships with students, colleagues, parents, and international stakeholders, supporting both academic success and student wellbeing.
A committed and adaptable professional with a passion for education, inclusion, and student development, well suited to the dynamic and fast-paced nature of International Summer Schools, and motivated to contribute at a higher level through mentoring, programme development, and best practice in EAL teaching.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
EAL Teaching Assistant
Beacon Academy Trust
Ilford, Essex
02.2012 - Current
- Managed administrative tasks, aiding smooth running of the class.
- Prepared classroom materials to facilitate efficient lessons.
- Facilitated active learning environments with engaging teaching aids and resources.
- Offered one-on-one guidance to struggling students for improved academic performance.
- Assisted children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
- Assisted in lesson planning for effective curriculum delivery.
- Liaised between teachers and parents, maintaining open lines of communication.
- Provided feedback on pupil's work, identifying areas for improvement.
- Helped teachers with lesson plan development, class preparation and student mentoring.
- Oversaw students during breaks to maintain safe environment.
- Provided safe, stimulating classroom environments to maximise student engagement and attainment.
- Prepared positive, productive learning environments with engaging wall displays and effective resources.
- Supervised students in wider school environments, offering reliable dining room, library and playground support.
- Contributed to department and faculty meetings to continuously assess and improve internal practices.
- Planned, coordinated and executed research projects to gain insight into [Area of study].
- Mentored groups of [Number] students annually, providing academic and pastoral support as appropriate.
- Taught online classes to large groups using [Type] to upload learning materials and assess students' work.
- Presented at industry-leading conferences and seminars to share research.
- Partnered with department faculty to elevate profile and attract more qualified students.
- Coordinated laboratory experiments for students to test in-class theories.
- Applied research to develop new operational methods and industry-specific applications.
- Modernised syllabus, updating with current research, new techniques, and latest findings to improve relevancy.
- Supervised work undertaken on key projects related to students' advanced degrees.
Education
Bachelor Degree - Marketing and Foreign Trade
University of Bucharest
Bucharest, Romania 09.1997 - 07.2001
Skills
Teaching English as an Additional Language (EAL) across KS3 and KS4
Enrolment of newly arrived pupils and initial EAL assessment to identify language proficiency levels in line with The Bell Foundation EAL Assessment Framework
Using Bell Foundation descriptors to determine EAL stages and inform targeted support
Planning and delivering EAL lessons aligned with the school EAL curriculum
Teaching one-to-one, small group, and whole-class lessons
Differentiated teaching strategies to meet diverse language and learning needs
Supporting pupils with limited English proficiency to access the National Curriculum
Developing pupils’ vocabulary, grammar, and academic language
Teaching reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills
Scaffolding learning for multilingual and newly arrived pupils
Inclusive teaching for EAL learners with SEND, including autism strategies
Ongoing assessment of pupil progress, performance tracking, and intervention delivery
GCSE subject knowledge and curriculum familiarity
Classroom and behaviour management to promote positive learning environments
Adapting lessons in line with school policies and safeguarding requirements
Social and emotional learning (SEL) and pupil wellbeing support
Parent–teacher liaison and effective communication with carers
Collaboration with class teachers, SENCO, and pastoral teams
Creative lesson planning and experiential learning approaches
Preparation, adaptation, and organisation of teaching resources and materials
Use of teaching aids, ICT, and digital tools to enhance learning
Literacy and numeracy promotion across the curriculum
Learner engagement, motivation, and mentoring
Record-keeping, homework and test preparation, and pupil assessment
Maintaining safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments
Strong knowledge of teaching pedagogy, EAL best practice, and child development
Excellent literacy skills, patience, empathy, and professionalism
- Experiential learning
Affiliations
- anguage learning and intercultural communication; educational research and inclusive teaching practices, with a strong interest in supporting multilingual learners.
Accomplishments
- Over a decade of experience supporting EAL learners in a UK secondary school setting
- Key contributor to EAL provision across KS3 and KS4, supporting newly arrived pupils
- Recognised for inclusive practice and effective support of multilingual students
Certification
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
General Teaching Council for England
Awarded: January 2010
Teacher Reference Number (TRN): 1133202
Induction: Exempt
Languages
Romanian
Native
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
EAL Teaching Assistant
Beacon Academy Trust
02.2012 - Current
Bachelor Degree - Marketing and Foreign Trade
University of Bucharest
09.1997 - 07.2001