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CLAVEL BENFIELD

CLAVEL BENFIELD

Wollaton,Nottingham

Summary

Accomplished professional with extensive experience in curriculum planning, scientific research, and progress monitoring. Demonstrated expertise in programme management and filing experience, ensuring efficient and organised operations. Committed to leveraging skills to drive educational excellence and innovation.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Teaching assistant in primary school

Aquinas Education/Zen Educate
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
06.2022 - Current
  • Aided in the supervision of children during break times further ensuring their safety while on school premises.
  • Maintained clean, safe classroom environment by performing regular organisation and cleaning tasks.
  • Enhanced children's understanding of complex ideas by simplifying and explaining concepts in an engaging way.
  • Utilised creative teaching aids whilst assisting main teacher during lessons, making subject matter more interesting for students.
  • Monitored pupil behaviour during class time, ensuring a conducive learning environment.
  • Improved student engagement by utilising interactive learning techniques.
  • Liaised between teachers and parents, maintaining open lines of communication.
  • Ensured safety of pupils during extracurricular activities for an accident-free environment.
  • Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips providing safe, supportive environment.
  • Assisted children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
  • Led small group sessions for enhanced focus on challenging topics.
  • Assisted in conducting assessments to determine student understanding of subjects.
  • Participated in teacher-parent conferences regarding students' progress or problems.
  • Provided additional support to students with special educational needs, ensuring inclusivity.
  • Participated in parent-teacher meetings to discuss student progress and potential improvements.
  • Offered one-on-one guidance to struggling students for improved academic performance.
  • Prepared classroom materials to facilitate efficient lessons.
  • Facilitated active learning environments with engaging teaching aids and resources.
  • Developed and nurtured excellent relationships with students and staff, enhancing positive learning environments.
  • Oversaw students during breaks to maintain safe environment.
  • Maintained sensitivity towards students with additional needs, continually improving their development and confidence.
  • Tutored students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts from core subjects.
  • Provided safe, stimulating classroom environments to maximise student engagement and attainment.
  • Prepared engaging, effective learning materials to boost stimulation and encourage further academic interest.
  • Cultivated close working relationships with students, teaching staff and parents.
  • Supervised students to maintain adherence with health and safety requirements, inside and outside classroom environments.
  • Prevented student misbehaviour through constant classroom monitoring and prompt interventions.
  • Prepared positive, productive learning environments with engaging wall displays and effective resources.
  • Established effective classroom routines by providing high-quality practical support to teaching staff.
  • Organised and distributed learning materials, ensuring students received relevant homework, textbooks and classroom supplies.
  • Delivered well-structured one-on-one support sessions to students with learning difficulties to improve test scores.
  • Supervised students in wider school environments, offering reliable dining room, library and playground support.
  • Boosted academic achievement of special needs students through compassionate, considered individual tutoring.
  • Recommended additional materials and resources to improve student skills.
  • Distributed learning materials, textbooks and stationery, enabling full student cooperation in activities.
  • Maximised student learning time by providing smooth transitioning support between lessons.
  • Maintained child safety, security and good behaviour during classroom and outdoor activities.
  • Offered students personalised support during in-class activities and projects.
  • Prepared necessary equipment and technology ahead of class.
  • Encouraged students to work together to complete projects and solve problems.
  • Observed children during social interactions and encouraged positive choices for minimising and resolving conflicts.
  • Assisted teacher with using support equipment and computers during lessons.
  • Delivered additional learning support opportunities to small student groups, enabling improved academic confidence.
  • Attended to younger children's basic physical needs and assisted in development of personal skills.
  • Planned and arranged classrooms to promote learning and student achievement.
  • Monitored children in spaces between classes, keeping disruptions to minimum.
  • Maximised student engagement and receptive learning by educating students using individualised instructional approaches.
  • Applied student assessment information to personalise support for students struggling with assignments.
  • Managed administrative tasks, aiding smooth running of the class.
  • Supported classroom teacher with behaviour management, promoting a positive learning environment.
  • Encouraged pupil autonomy through guided independent study initiatives.

Lecturer in Chemistry/Department Secretary

University of Southern Philippines Foundation
Cebu City, Philippines
10.1993 - 03.2008
  • Planning teaching, including lectures, seminars/tutorials and learning materials
  • Meeting over 20 students per day to discuss progress
  • Tutored students struggling with material, improving understanding and academic performance.
  • Contributed to teaching, research and consultancy developments and improvements through seminars and further studies
  • Checking and assessing students' work
  • Performed in carrying out administration, such as faculty meetings and writing reports
  • Established detailed accurate meeting minutes, promptly collating and distributing to managers and directors.
  • Drafted and distributed professional business letters and email correspondence.
  • Greeted customers promptly and professionally, providing friendly, knowledgeable assistance.

Documentation/Liaison Officer

MOF Company Incorporated
Cebu City, Philippines
04.1988 - 09.1989
  • Supervised marketing content production and consistently met campaign targets
  • Networked continuously to grow contacts and increase brand awareness and reputation
  • Organised and processed all documentation for sea fright business
  • Managed over 30 customer calls per day

Education

Master of Arts - Chemistry

University of San Carlos
University of San Carlos, Cebu, Philippines
04.1999 - 05.2001

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering

University of San Jose-Recoletos
University of San Jose-Recoletos, Cebu,Philippines
06.1980 - 03.1985

Skills

  • Classroom Support
  • Individualised Assistance
  • Lesson Preparation
  • Student Interaction
  • Adaptability
  • Collaboration

Timeline

Teaching assistant in primary school

Aquinas Education/Zen Educate
06.2022 - Current

Master of Arts - Chemistry

University of San Carlos
04.1999 - 05.2001

Lecturer in Chemistry/Department Secretary

University of Southern Philippines Foundation
10.1993 - 03.2008

Documentation/Liaison Officer

MOF Company Incorporated
04.1988 - 09.1989

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering

University of San Jose-Recoletos
06.1980 - 03.1985
CLAVEL BENFIELD