Donna Lang
Newton Abbot,Devon
Summary
Driven Teaching assistant bringing 20 years of experience. Proficient in conflict resolution within the classroom and adaptable communication style, ensuring effective engagement with diverse student populations. Skilled in classroom technology usage and maintaining confidential pupil records, with a strong commitment to health and safety compliance.
Positive role model, successful in quickly building rapport with students. Adept at working with lead teachers to develop and implement engaging and interactive lessons.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work history
Teaching assistant in primary school
Devon County Council
Newton Abbot, Devon
10.2013 - Current
- Monitor pupil behaviour during class and break times ensuring a positive learning environment.
- Provided special attention to students with learning difficulties for better inclusion in class activities.
- Assist in preparation of lesson plans, resulting in well-organised, effective classes.
- Assist with the marking of pupils' work, providing constructive feedback where necessary.
- Enhance children's understanding of complex ideas by simplifying and explaining concepts in an engaging way using manipulatives and hands on experience.
- Build trusting, respectful relationships with pupils through attentive listening and communication abilities.
- Due to the high need of children with special needs I guarantee safety and access to equitable learning.
- Support development of appropriate resources, working with teachers to guarantee provision met learning needs.
Education
NVQ Level 1 - British sign language
British sign language
Newton Abbot, Devon 04/2023 - 08/2023
GCSEs - English and Maths
Gcse
Newton Abbot, DevonNVQ Level 3 - Childcare and Education
CACHE
Newton Abbot, DevonSkills
- Reporting to parents
- SEN understanding
- Conflict resolution within classroom
- Multicultural awareness in teaching
- Adaptable communication style
- Classroom technology usage
- Resilience and perseverance
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Maintaining confidential pupil records
- Teaching material development
- Designated safeguarding lead knowledge
Timeline
Teaching assistant in primary school
Devon County Council
10.2013 - Current
NVQ Level 1 - British sign language
British sign language
04/2023 - 08/2023
GCSEs - English and Maths
Gcse
NVQ Level 3 - Childcare and Education
CACHE
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