Clare Boardman
Milton Keynes,Bucks
Summary
Compassionate professional dedicated to supporting and nurturing students' educational journeys. Expertise in classroom management and effective communication fosters a positive and productive learning environment. Committed to facilitating academic success and personal growth for all students.
proficient team contributor and skilled communicator
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work history
Teaching assistant
Thornton college
Thornton, Milton Keynes , Bucks
01.2021 - Current
- Facilitated lesson planning and prepared classroom materials for effective curriculum delivery.
- Provided individualised support to students, reinforcing learning concepts through small group sessions.
- Maintained accurate records of pupil progress, tracking individual development effectively.
- Encouraged student engagement by utilising interactive learning techniques and teaching aids.
- Liaised with parents and teachers to ensure clear communication regarding student needs.
- Supervised students in various environments, ensuring safety during activities and breaks.
- Assisted in conducting assessments to evaluate student understanding of subjects.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students and staff, fostering an inclusive atmosphere.
- Supervised students in wider school environments, offering reliable dining room, library and playground support.
Teaching assistant
Wh from first school
Whaddon, Buckinghamshire
10.2019 - 12.2020
- Maintained up-to-date records of pupil progress, tracking individual development effectively.
- Led small group sessions for enhanced focus on challenging topics.
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips providing safe, supportive environment.
- Provided additional support to students with special educational needs, ensuring inclusivity.
- Prepared classroom materials to facilitate efficient lessons.
- Supported classroom teacher with behaviour management, promoting a positive learning environment.
Montessori teacher/ assistant manager
Tilsworth Montessori school
Tilsworth Leighton buzzard
09.2007 - 10.2019
- Organised classroom layout according to Montessori principles to optimise learning atmosphere.
- Created detailed progress reports for each student while maintaining open communication with parents.
- Nurtured emotional well-being of children by addressing individual needs sensitively.
- Facilitated sensory experiences to enhance children's understanding of their environment.
- Implemented individualised lesson plans tailored to specific needs of each child.
- Promoted learning through play to support bespoke educational approaches.
- Managed class resources efficiently, ensuring availability of necessary educational materials.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with parents and children to enhance school reputation.
Education
Diploma in Montessori education - Montessori education
London Montessori centre
London 09/1992 - 07/1994
A-Levels - Biology, psychology, English
Amersham College
09/1992 - 07/1994
Skills
- Child protection awareness
- Individual education plan development
- Patience and tolerance
- Safeguarding regulations compliance
- ESL teaching techniques
- Team player
- Record-keeping
- Safeguarding policy knowledge
- Student and parent relationships
- Child protection training
- Daily and weekly lesson planning
- Pupil assessment
- Behaviour modelling
- Excellent literacy skills
- Classroom support
- Individual and group instruction
- Clear communication
- SEND support
- Early childhood education
- Intervention delivery
- Pastoral care
- Challenging behaviour management
- Patience and empathy
Timeline
Teaching assistant
Thornton college
01.2021 - Current
Teaching assistant
Wh from first school
10.2019 - 12.2020
Montessori teacher/ assistant manager
Tilsworth Montessori school
09.2007 - 10.2019
Diploma in Montessori education - Montessori education
London Montessori centre
09/1992 - 07/1994
A-Levels - Biology, psychology, English
Amersham College
09/1992 - 07/1994