Daniela Rodrigues
Summary
Enthusiastic and committed final-year Primary Education student at Sheffield Hallam University, training to teach children aged 5–11 with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Passionate about nurturing children’s academic and emotional development through inclusive, creative, and responsive teaching practices. I bring a strong understanding of the national curriculum, adaptive teaching strategies, and classroom management, alongside genuine enthusiasm for making learning engaging and accessible for all pupils. Recognised by mentors and peers for my calm, empathetic nature and ability to build strong relationships with children, staff, and parents. I am now seeking a role where I can continue to grow professionally and make a meaningful contribution to a school community.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Customer Service Assistant
KFC
05.2025 - Current
- Company Overview: Woodall Services
- Developed interpersonal and time-management skills.
- Maintained hygiene and safety standards.
- Worked collaboratively under pressure.
Final Year Placement
Deepcar St John’s Primary School
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Planned and led whole-class teaching in KS2 with increasing independence.
- Delivered differentiated lessons in English, Maths, and foundation subjects.
- Used visual aids, scaffolding, and active learning strategies.
- Managed behaviour using consistent routines and positive reinforcement.
Second Year Placement
Ravenfield Primary Academy
01.2024 - 05.2025
- Planned and taught inclusive lessons across KS1, tailored to pupils’ needs.
- Supported SEMH pupils with structured routines and sensory strategies.
- Engaged in phonics interventions and extra-curricular activities.
First Year Placement
Aston Hillcrest Primary School
01.2023 - 05.2025
- Supported with small group and 1:1 activities in literacy and numeracy.
- Delivered whole class lessons
- Developed understanding of safeguarding and professional conduct.
- Built supportive relationships with pupils and observed varied teaching styles.
Placement
Harthill Primary School
07.2019 - 05.2025
- Assisted with helping children to read and write
- Assisted with children in Maths
- Assisted in foundation subjects
- Assisted with other roles around school, such as laminating, provision for children such as reading
Education
BA (Hons) - Primary Education (5–11) with QTS
Sheffield Hallam University
09.2022 - 05.2025
A-Levels -
Wales High School
GCSEs -
Wales High School
Skills
- Effective classroom communication
- Adaptive teaching and inclusive practice
- Confident with safeguarding and behaviour management
- Planning and delivering engaging lessons
- Positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families
- Teamwork and professional collaboration
- Well organised
- Time management
- Good critical thinking and problem solving skills
Languages
English
Native
Afrikaans
Fluent
Portuguese
Beginner
References
Graham Bell
(University Mentor)
tedreferences@shu.ac.uk
Anne Danks
(Placement Mentor)
a.danks@deepcar-st-johns.sheffield.sch.uk
Timeline
Customer Service Assistant
KFC
05.2025 - Current
Final Year Placement
Deepcar St John’s Primary School
01.2025 - 05.2025
Second Year Placement
Ravenfield Primary Academy
01.2024 - 05.2025
First Year Placement
Aston Hillcrest Primary School
01.2023 - 05.2025
BA (Hons) - Primary Education (5–11) with QTS
Sheffield Hallam University
09.2022 - 05.2025
Placement
Harthill Primary School
07.2019 - 05.2025
A-Levels -
Wales High School
GCSEs -
Wales High School
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