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Craig Smithson

Shoreham-by-Sea,West Sussex

Summary

Enthusiastic teacher with 14 years of experience. Secures team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organisation. Shares knowledge to achieve results.

Dedicated and highly effective in undertaking administrative and programme management tasks. Manages complex data with excellent organisation. Motivated to achieve outstanding success through prompt communication and helpful approach. Enthusiastic Primary School Teacher eager to help students learn and develop in academic, social and emotional areas. Energetic [Job title] driven to continue to learn and grow professionally to be the most effective teacher. Able to understand and implement new technologies and teaching strategies. Excel at working with different learning styles. Skilled Primary School Teacher highly effective at providing individualised support to all students.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Year 5 Primary School Teacher

New Horizons Seaside Primary School
Lancing, West Sussex
2024.09 - Current

Assessed student performance regularly, identifying areas needing improvement promptly.

  • Implemented school policies effectively, maintaining discipline within the class.
  • Facilitated extracurricular activities promoting holistic development of pupils.
  • Participated in staff meetings actively, contributing ideas for school development.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by implementing creative teaching methods.
  • Managed classroom effectively, ensuring a conducive space for learning.
  • Undertook parent-teacher meetings to provide feedback on student progress.
  • Developed lesson plans to engage students in the learning process.
  • Differentiated lesson delivery and class assessments to needs of various abilities, learning styles and educational needs.
  • Supervised and mentored teaching assistants to build confidence and cultivate effective classroom environments.

Primary School Teacher and PE Lead

Bolnore Village Primary School
Bolnore, West Sussex
2013.09 - 2024.09
  • Participated in staff meetings actively, contributing ideas for school development.
  • Adapted teaching style according to individual student needs, fostering inclusive education.
  • Guided students through challenging coursework, boosting their confidence.
  • Enhanced student participation with engaging group tasks.
  • Coordinated field trips to supplement curriculum-based learning.
  • Marked student work with clear improvement feedback.
  • Created daily lesson plans targeted to current curriculum standards.
  • Coordinated educational school trips to broaden student learning.
  • Cultivated welcoming, positive classroom environment, encouraging children to express opinions, thoughts and feelings.
  • Adapted teaching styles for varying student capabilities and requirements.
  • Identified SEN and gifted students to provide access to extra resources and services.
  • Supervised sports, excursions and other extra-curricular activities.

Education

GCSEs -

Blatchington Mill School
Hove
1992.09 - 1997.06

A-Levels -

BHASVIC
Brighton and Hove
1997.09 - 1999.06

Bachelor of Arts in Leisure Management & Football -

Buckinghamshire Chilterns University College
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
2000.09 - 2003.06

Certificate of Higher Education -

University of Brighton
Brighton, Brighton and Hove
2012.09 - 2013.07

Skills

  • Experience of leading PE for 10 years
  • Phonics teaching
  • Child motivation
  • Leadership
  • Lesson planning
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Parent rapport building
  • Classroom engagement techniques
  • Adaptable style
  • Behavioural Management
  • Engaging lesson planning
  • Key Stage 1 curriculum delivery
  • Cross-curricular teaching

Affiliations

  • I am an experienced primary school teacher with 13 years of teaching across both Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, including Year 1, Year 3, Year 4 and Year 5. I live in Shoreham-by-Sea with my wife and our two children, who are currently in Year 5 and Year 3. I enjoy spending time outdoors, particularly walking along the beach. I have a strong interest in sport, especially football and boxing, and I am a long-time supporter of Newcastle United. I am also passionate about music, in particular Bruce Springsteen and seeing him in concert is awe-inspiring!

Timeline

Year 5 Primary School Teacher

New Horizons Seaside Primary School
2024.09 - Current

Primary School Teacher and PE Lead

Bolnore Village Primary School
2013.09 - 2024.09

Certificate of Higher Education -

University of Brighton
2012.09 - 2013.07

Bachelor of Arts in Leisure Management & Football -

Buckinghamshire Chilterns University College
2000.09 - 2003.06

A-Levels -

BHASVIC
1997.09 - 1999.06

GCSEs -

Blatchington Mill School
1992.09 - 1997.06
Craig Smithson