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Daniel Donovan

Daniel Donovan

Sheffield,United Kingdom

Summary

Experienced teaching professional with strong background in classroom management, lesson plan development and motivating students. Friendly, open and approachable leader. Proven success in using innovative teaching methods to improve student understanding.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

English Lecturer

Dovetail and Slate (The Learning Curve Group)
Sheffield, Yorkshire
02.2026 - 05.2026

I have recently started delivering GCSE English and Functional Skills English with The Learning Curve Group in Sheffield. I have really enjoyed the experience of working in the organisation. I especially enjoy the friendly, youthful and polite culture and atmosphere, which I have been pleased to discover at The Learning Curve Group.

ESOL Teacher

Protocol National LTD
Rotherham, Yorkshire
11.2025 - 02.2026
  • Introduced real-world examples into lessons-made learning more relatable and engaging for pupils.
  • Assessed student progress, pinpointing areas needing improvement.
  • Enhanced student engagement with creative lesson plans and teaching techniques.
  • Provided additional support to individual learners, boosting overall class performance.
  • Tailored lesson plans according to student needs, promoting personalised learning experiences.

English and Maths Skills Coach

RNN Group
Rotherham
02.2022 - 12.2024
  • Delivered GCSE English and Functional Skills English lessons to classes of 16 -19-year-olds.
  • Utilized a variety of teaching methods and resources to engage in the learning process.
  • Coached small groups as well as individuals and conducted workshops.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers on curriculum planning and resource sharing to enhance teaching effectiveness.

Cover Supervisor

Academics Ltd
Doncaster
10.2020 - 02.2022
  • Collaborated with other teachers and administrators to create an effective learning environment across secondary schools in South Yorkshire.
  • Delivered assessment based learning.

ESOL Lecturer

Nottingham College
01.2020 - 03.2020
  • Delivered ESOL lessons to adult learners for whom English was a secondary language.
  • Developed upon a person-centered and conversational teaching and learning strategy.

Education

PGCE - PGCE

University of Huddersfield
Huddersfield, Kirklees
09.2014 - 06.2016

Qualified Teaching and Learning Skills (QTLS) - QTLS

Society of Training and Education (SET)
Online
03.2019 - 07.2019

Certificate in TESOL - TESOL

Sheffield Hallam University
03.2012 - 06.2012

Certificate in Irish Studies - English/History

University of Liverpool
Liverpool
09.2012 - 06.2014

Skills

  • Creativity
  • Work ethic
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Adaptability
  • Problem-solving
  • Leadership
  • Empathy and sensitivity

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

English Lecturer

Dovetail and Slate (The Learning Curve Group)
02.2026 - 05.2026

ESOL Teacher

Protocol National LTD
11.2025 - 02.2026

English and Maths Skills Coach

RNN Group
02.2022 - 12.2024

Cover Supervisor

Academics Ltd
10.2020 - 02.2022

ESOL Lecturer

Nottingham College
01.2020 - 03.2020

Qualified Teaching and Learning Skills (QTLS) - QTLS

Society of Training and Education (SET)
03.2019 - 07.2019

PGCE - PGCE

University of Huddersfield
09.2014 - 06.2016

Certificate in Irish Studies - English/History

University of Liverpool
09.2012 - 06.2014

Certificate in TESOL - TESOL

Sheffield Hallam University
03.2012 - 06.2012
Daniel Donovan