Chukwu Ndidi Rita
CLASS TEACHER
Coventry,West Midlands
Summary
Experienced educational leader with 25 years in improving standards across primary and secondary education. Led teams of over 70 staff, enhancing student outcomes through effective curriculum development and inclusive practices. Holds an MSc with distinction and UK TRCN registration, with a focus on supporting students with autism and special educational needs.
Overview
1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
High Level TA3
High Level TA3
Rugby
12.2024 - Current
- Implemented positive behaviour support strategies and de-escalation techniques to ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment.
- Ensured safeguarding and pupil wellbeing by adhering to school policies and reporting concerns in a timely manner.
- Monitored pupils' progress, maintained accurate records, and contributed to assessment and progress reviews.
- Facilitated development of pupils' independence, confidence, and self-regulation, leading to increased participation in classroom activities.
Assistant Teacher
Welcombe Hills School
Stratford-upon-Avon
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Provided one-to-one support to students requiring additional help, focusing on building confidence and academic skills.
- Tutored students in one-to-one and small group sessions to progress learning.
- Motivated and supported learners at all levels, fostering an environment that encouraged continuous improvement in their learning.
- Assisted in planning and development of teaching materials, workbooks and class projects.
Teaching Assistant
Warwickshire Academic
Coventry
09.2024 - 10.2024
Head Teacher
Edufort International School
Port-harcourt
03.2022 - 05.2024
- Led and managed a team of 50+ educators to improve academic performance and student outcomes through strategic curriculum development and staff training.
- Managed overall school operations, delivering educational programmes, cultivating positive school culture, and fostering an environment conducive to learning.
- Developed and executed comprehensive professional development programmes, drawing on international leadership training from the University of South Africa (Transformational school leadership and Management Workshop), the Cambridge International Education Conference (United Kingdom), and the Lead Boost Leadership Development Programme, resulting in a 15% improvement in teacher effectiveness and retention.
- Established community partnerships and parent engagement programmes, enhancing stakeholder collaboration and increasing student attendance rates.
Key Stage Ii Coordinator/science Teacher
Edufort International School
Port-harcourt
04.2012 - 05.2024
- Oversaw curriculum and instruction for Key Stage II students, maintaining high educational standards and implementing effective teaching practices to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Coordinated and mentored Key Stage II teachers, enhancing professional development and fostering collaborative teaching strategies that improved classroom engagement.
- Utilized data-driven approaches to track student progress, adapting lesson plans to meet diverse learning needs and improve outcomes.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student learning, facilitating effective communication and promoting inclusive educational practices that benefited diverse learners.
- Organized and managed school-wide science events and competitions, increasing student participation and enthusiasm for science.
Science Teacher/supervisor
Cita International School
Port-harcourt
04.2008 - 04.2012
- Coordinated hands-on laboratory experiments and safety protocols, achieving 100% compliance with school and state regulations.
- Managed classroom activities and delivered instructional content, fostering a positive and effective learning environment for students.
- Led successful integration of STEM programs, increasing student participation in science fairs and competitions by 30%.
- Organised professional development workshops on inquiry-based learning and new science technologies, enhancing faculty skills and teaching methods.
Science Teacher/supervisor
St. Mary's Dedication British, International School
Benin City
01.2006 - 03.2008
Class Teacher/ Science Teacher
Foundation Secondary School
Abia State
11.2001 - 10.2005
Education
Masters in IBM -
Coventry University
Coventry, United Kingdom07-2025
Bachelor of Science (Education) - Integrated Science
Delta State University
Abraka, Delta03-2000
University Diploma In Integrated Science - Integrated Science
Delta State University
Abraka, Delta02-1998
Skills
- Curriculum design
- Lesson Planning
- Student assessment
- Student progress tracking
- Data-informed teaching
- Positive behaviour strategies
- Classroom leadership
- Staff training
- Educational Technology
- Team Collaboration
- Parent Engagement
- Communication skills
- Child Development
- Critical Thinking
- Data-informed teaching
Certification
Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria, 2029-06-01
Custom
- Certificate in Safeguarding for Staff, The National College, 2026-02-01
- Cyber Security Training for School Staff, National Cyber Security Centre a part of GCHQ, 2024-08-01
- Cambridge International Education Conference, Cambridge Tutors College, United Kingdom, 2019-07-01
- Transformational School Leadership and Management Workshop, University of South Africa (UNISA), Pretoria, 2017-08-01
Timeline
High Level TA3
High Level TA3
12.2024 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Welcombe Hills School
10.2024 - 12.2024
Teaching Assistant
Warwickshire Academic
09.2024 - 10.2024
Head Teacher
Edufort International School
03.2022 - 05.2024
Key Stage Ii Coordinator/science Teacher
Edufort International School
04.2012 - 05.2024
Science Teacher/supervisor
Cita International School
04.2008 - 04.2012
Science Teacher/supervisor
St. Mary's Dedication British, International School
01.2006 - 03.2008
Class Teacher/ Science Teacher
Foundation Secondary School
11.2001 - 10.2005
Masters in IBM -
Coventry University
Bachelor of Science (Education) - Integrated Science
Delta State University
University Diploma In Integrated Science - Integrated Science
Delta State University