Elizabeth Ann McLean
Conwy and Denbighshire,North Wales
Summary
With over 35 years of experience, a committed and enthusiastic teacher specialising in inclusive education across diverse educational settings. Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability, having taught pupils of all ages and abilities, including those with complex needs such as ASD, PMLD, SLD, and MLD.
Proven track record in developing creative curricula that engage learners and foster a secure learning environment. Recognised for excellent classroom management skills and ability to lead and motivate teams effectively.
Career highlights include coordinating Key Stage learning provisions, leading health and wellbeing initiatives, an adapted history curriculum and implementing successful behaviour management strategies.
Aims to continue promoting inclusive education through innovative and creative teaching methods.
Overview
2
2
Languages
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
ALN Teacher
Ysgol Plas Brondyffryn
Denbigh, Denbighshire
09.2007 - 09.2024
- ALN teacher in Primary and Secondary Departments.
- I worked with pupils with Autistic Spectrum Disorder, aged 3 to 19 years, all of whom were diagnosed with additional complex needs.
- Health and Wellbeing Lead, Th.Inc Room and Seasons for Growth Therapist and Coordinator.
- Leading and motivating a large class team.
- Established positive relationships with pupils, parents, educators and health care experts.
- Adapted quickly to new school environments, establishing rapport with pupils and staff to ensure a smooth transition.
- Established purposeful learning environment to help young people feel secure and confident.
- Successfully adapted teaching methods according to situations, schools, subjects and age groups.
- Implemented behaviour management strategies effectively, dealing with disruptions promptly and diplomatically.
Supply Teacher
Conwy and Denbighshire LA
Colwyn Bay and Denbigh, Conwy and Denbighshire
09.2006 - 09.2007
- Worked in a variety of provisions: mainstream secondary and ALN establishments.
- Adapted quickly to new school environments, establishing rapport with pupils and staff to ensure a smooth transition.
- Implemented behaviour management strategies effectively, dealing with disruptions promptly and diplomatically.
- Established purposeful learning environment to help young people feel secure and confident.
- Successfully adapted teaching methods according to situations, schools, subjects and age groups.
KS 1 ALN teacher
Wrexham LA
Wrexham, Wrexham
09.2005 - 09.2006
- Coordinated Key Stage 1 learning provision for aligned curriculum delivery.
- Promote positive links with neighbouring mainstream provision through regular communication and coordination.
- Planned and implemented lessons utilising variety of teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs, interests, and abilities, promoting inclusive education.
Supply Teacher
Conwy
Colwyn Bay, Conwy
09.2004 - 09.2005
- Adapted quickly to new school environments, establishing rapport with pupils and staff to ensure a smooth transition.
- Established purposeful learning environment to help young people feel secure and confident.
- Successfully adapted teaching methods according to situations, schools, subjects and age groups.
- Implemented behaviour management strategies effectively, dealing with disruptions promptly and diplomatically.
Inclusion Teacher
Ysgol y Graig / Gogarth
Llandudno, Conwy
09.2003 - 09.2004
- Developed courses and resources for enhanced additional learning.
- Adapted classes to meet requirements of special needs children.
- Counselled students working through educational, personal and behavioural problems.
Primary School SEN Teacher
Manchester LA
Manchester , Greater Manchester
09.1996 - 09.2003
- Supported pupils aged three to eleven with PMLD, SLD, MLD and ASD needs.
- Identified and chose teaching methods and support resources for individual learners to maximise potential for independent living.
- Planned and scheduled lessons for special needs students after liaising with other staff members.
- Engaged students, parents and teachers in development of personalised educational plans to promote student development.
Secondary ALN teacher
Manchester LA
Manchester , Greater Manchester
09.1994 - 09.1996
- Coordinated KS3 and KS4 history curriculum planning, resources, and schedules.
- Developed detailed curriculum plans for teaching history to moderate learning difficulties pupils.
- Prepared unit and lesson plans for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines and common core standards.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs, interests, and abilities, promoting inclusive education.
- Planned and implemented lessons using diverse teaching strategies for pupil needs.
- Provided positive feedback, building confidence and achievement for all pupils.
Teacher in a Primary School
Crab Lane County Primary school
Manche, Greater Manchester
09.1989 - 09.1994
- Organised classrooms and created displays to encourage positive learning environments.
- Prepared creative teaching materials to motivate and engage students.
- Identified clear learning objectives and specified teaching methods.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan and coordinate school events, enhancing the overall educational experience.
- Supported school administration by contributing regularly to staff meetings.
- Implemented positive discipline techniques, reducing disruptions and fostering a conducive learning environment.
Education
Post Graduate certificate in Education
University of Manchester
Manchester1989
Bachelor of Arts - Humanities and Social Science
Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester1988
Skills
I am a committed and enthusiastic teacher with over 35 years' experience
My teaching career highlights show that I am flexible and adaptive, as I have worked in a wide variety of educational establishments, teaching pupils of all ages and abilities
I specialise in inclusive education and believe that a creative curriculum can engage all learners
I have excellent classroom management and work well as part of a team
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Welsh
Elementary
A2
Timeline
ALN Teacher
Ysgol Plas Brondyffryn
09.2007 - 09.2024
Supply Teacher
Conwy and Denbighshire LA
09.2006 - 09.2007
KS 1 ALN teacher
Wrexham LA
09.2005 - 09.2006
Supply Teacher
Conwy
09.2004 - 09.2005
Inclusion Teacher
Ysgol y Graig / Gogarth
09.2003 - 09.2004
Primary School SEN Teacher
Manchester LA
09.1996 - 09.2003
Secondary ALN teacher
Manchester LA
09.1994 - 09.1996
Teacher in a Primary School
Crab Lane County Primary school
09.1989 - 09.1994
Post Graduate certificate in Education
University of Manchester
Bachelor of Arts - Humanities and Social Science
Manchester Metropolitan University