Ellie Gale
Caldecott,Rutland
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in teaching A-level students, utilising positive reinforcement to enhance learning outcomes. Demonstrates strong communication skills and leadership, remaining calm under pressure while fostering a resourceful learning environment. Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, and Word, with a commitment to continuous learning and development.
Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work history
Writing Mentor
Cardiff University
Cardiff, Cardiff
2026.01 - 2026.03
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked within a team to deliver a high quality course to A-Level students
- Lead teaching sessions comprised of 20 A-Level/AS-Level Students
- Fostered strong relationships with students by displaying genuine interest in their personal growth and achievements.
- Assessed student progress, provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Boosted students' reading comprehension with creative teaching strategies.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Attended professional development sessions to stay updated with latest teaching methodologies.
Writing Mentor
Cardiff University
Cardiff , Cardiff
2025.02 - 2025.04
- Utilised ICT tools, enhanced interactive learning experience in classrooms.
- Attended professional development sessions to stay updated with latest teaching methodologies.
- Assessed student progress, provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Fostered a positive learning environment for student engagement through effective classroom management.
- Fostered strong relationships with students by displaying genuine interest in their personal growth and achievements.
- Created inclusive classroom setting to ensure all students felt accepted and valued.
- Adjusted teaching methods according to individual student's needs, ensured inclusive learning environment.
- Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
- Set up lesson materials, bulletin board displays and demonstrations.
- Developed programme to work with students and increase interest in higher learning.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature and Craetive Writing
Cardiff University
Cardiff 2023.09 -
A-Levels - English Literature
Harington School
Oakham, Rutland 2021.09 - 2023.07
A-Levels - Computer Science
Harington School
Oakham, Rutland 2021.09 - 2023.07
A-Levels - History
Harington School
Oakham, Rutland 2021.09 - 2023.07
Skills
- Teaching a-level students
- Positive reinforcement usage
- Fast learner
- Calm under pressure
- Communication skills
- Leadership
- Resourcefulness
- Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Microsoft Word expertise
Affiliations
- Water Colour painting
- Bass Guitar
- Piano
- Medieval Literature
- Gothic Literature
Accomplishments
Secretary of Alternative Music Society at Cardiff university (December 2024-August 2025). Gained position through democratic election. Responsible for submitting paperwork, supporting the president, managing committee duties and timelines. Helped to organise an end of year formal event.
President of Alternative Music Society at Cardiff university (September 2025-present). Gained position through democratic election. Responsible for main paperwork for society. Position as the main contact for the society. Chair meetings and delegate tasks to the rest of the committee, provide point of contact between the members and the students' union, responsible for society and society behaviour. Expertise in risk assessing, wider group safety, and group coordination.
Timeline
Writing Mentor
Cardiff University
2026.01 - 2026.03
Writing Mentor
Cardiff University
2025.02 - 2025.04
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature and Craetive Writing
Cardiff University
2023.09 -
A-Levels - English Literature
Harington School
2021.09 - 2023.07
A-Levels - Computer Science
Harington School
2021.09 - 2023.07
A-Levels - History
Harington School
2021.09 - 2023.07