EMILY MORGAN-ELPHICK
London
Summary
Creative Individual who what's give the opportunity for creative self-expression to others without fear of criticism. Also flexible with excellent reporting and problem-solving skills. Builds rapport and trust through empathy, active listening and planning. Confident communicator with proven organisation and time-management abilities. Can manage decision-making and use of resources to plan, deliver and implement to groups and individuals with Special Educational Needs.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work history
Club Manager and Art Teacher
Art-K
Bexleyheath
2024.05 - Current
- Organised special events, creating vibrant club atmosphere
- Fostered positive relationships with members, boosting club reputation.
- Developed strong rapport with students for fostering positive learning environment.
- Maintained engaging classroom atmosphere, promoting active participation from all students.
- Encouraged individual expression through various art mediums.
- Fostered creativity by designing innovative lesson plans.
- Utilised variety of teaching methods to cater diverse learning styles.
- Empowered students to develop their own artistic style by encouraging experimentation.
Art and Visual Media Teaching Assistant
Thomas Tallis School
Kidbrooke, GRE
2023.06 - Current
- Provided safe, stimulating classroom environments to maximise student engagement and attainment.
- Developed and nurtured excellent relationships with students and staff, enhancing positive learning environments.
- Tutored students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts from core subjects.
- Helped teachers with lesson plan development, class preparation and student mentoring.
- Distributed learning materials, textbooks and stationery, enabling full student cooperation in activities.
- Performed administrative activities such as taking attendance, marking assignments and maintaining student records.
- Boosted academic achievement of special needs students through compassionate, considered individual tutoring.
- Prepared positive, productive learning environments with engaging wall displays and effective resources.......
- Delivered well-structured one-on-one support sessions to students with learning difficulties to improve test scores.
- Prevented student misbehaviour through constant classroom monitoring and prompt interventions.
- Recommended additional materials and resources to improve student skills.
Assistant Teacher in Special Educational Needs
Thomas Tallis School Academic
Kidbrooke, GRE
2019.10 - 2022.06
- Assisted 24 students aged 11 to 16 years. With range of learning differences, including ADD, ADHD, Dyslexia and Speech Impediments to achieve their full potential for independence.
- Provided teachers, parents and caregivers with actionable feedback in cases of students miss-behaviour and regression to ensure students are able to progress through all aspects of school life. Assessed needs of each student and developed interventions to meet needs.
- Prepared additional learning resources and aids such as visual aids and to promote inclusivity in learning.
- Worked with students in small groups and 1:1 to provide additional support with activities and lessons, offering constructive feedback and advice to development communication and social skills. Focusing on arts and how creativity allow each child to express themselves within school environment and encourage their individuality. Through running of Art Wellbeing.
- Ensured lesson plans were inclusive of students' special needs, adjusting plans in collaboration with teachers to accommodate various learning abilities. This maximized academic and cognitive achievement, working collaboratively with parents to promote and develop skills for further education through work, home and leisure activities.
- Identified signs of distress in students, resolving behaviour and emotional issues through interventions and social stories.
- Maximised academic and cognitive achievement, working collaboratively with parents to promote and develop skills for further education through work, home and leisure activities.
Taekwondo Instructor
CTF Taekwondo
Bromley, BRY
2013.08 - 2020.03
- Judged sporting competitions fairly, recording scores, penalties and outcomes.
- Assessed athletic performance to identify strengths and weaknesses.
- Adapted coaching and leadership styles to suit individual needs for maximized athlete engagement.
- Identified individual strengths and weaknesses, adapting training programmes to suit.
- Evaluated athletic performance and provided clear, constructive feedback.
- Motivated individuals and groups to achieve positive results against set goals.
- Educated participants on acceptable behaviour and standards of play.
- Maintained safe training environments for minimised risk of injury.
- Planned and facilitated regular sessions using evidence-based practices to improve performance.
Supporting KeyWorker Kids Throughout COVID-19
Blackheath High School
Blackheath
2020.03 - 2020.05
- Supported and developed individual creative session, allowing children through this period, to express themselves and their understand of it all.
- Provided Pediatricfirst aid
Sales Assistant, Customer Relations
Co-op Food
Chislehurst, BRY
2017.01 - 2017.10
- Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
- Provided service with smile, offering courteous, helpful advice to best meet customer needs.
- Provided excellent sales services by offering bespoke product advice to meet exact customers needs.
- Cultivated loyal, profitable customer relationships, asking open-ended questions to assess and cater to individual needs.
- Worked energetically to maintain efficient operations during peak trading hours.
Creative Activity Sessions Lead & Floor Assistant
Headway SELINNWK. Brain Trauma Charity
Abbey Wood, GRE
2016.03 - 2016.10
- Administered therapeutic exercises, including motion exercises, functional activities, with use of art leading to significant improvements in patients' quality of life.
- Performed crafting exercises, helping a group of patients to regain mobility.
- Performed assessments and reviews to evaluate the effects of treatment and modified treatment plans to achieve success.
- Collaborated with other team members and planned activities for patients. Activities such as using clay to make their own plant point, making their own charismas cards and games.
Art & Design Room Assistant
Farringtons School
Bromley, BRY
2013.01 - 2015.01
- Assisted with year 7 art classes, allowing them to experiment with techniques allowing them to discover their own style and interests in materials and techniques.
- Prepared art materials and equipment ahead of lessons.
- Enthused students through passionate, creative lesson delivery.
- Encouraged students' creativity through practical art, design projects.
One-to-One Support for Child in Pre-reception
Farringtons School
Bromley, BRY
2014.06 - 2014.07
- Supporting child one-to-one with broken leg- helping them with daily school tasks.
- Supported teacher in running of creative sessions
- Prepared art materials and equipment ahead of lessons.
- Encouraged students through passionate, creative session delivery.
Teaching Assistant for Nursery to Year Two
Blackheath High School
Blackheath, DUR
2013.01 - 2014.01
- Helped teachers with lesson plan development, class preparation and student mentoring.
- Tutored students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts from core subjects, such as reading, addition and subtraction.
- Set up and delivered art session, such as painting. Increased the students use motor skills.
- Provided safe, stimulating classroom environments to maximize student engagement and attainment.
- Maintained sensitivity towards students with additional needs, continually improving their development and confidence. This allowed students to fully engage with work to the best of their ability.
Assistant Leader
Mottingham Youth Club
Mottingham
2010.01 - 2016.01
- Providing and creative activities to engage the youth of the local community
- Allows them to socialized with others of a similar age within a safe environment- allowing them to express and experiment with their interest and development of identity
- Within this safe environment to encourage their enthusiasm to follow good pathways and their own individual interests
- Recruited core group to develop and manage programmed.
- Planned fun exercise classes for varying ages, abilities and fitness levels.
- Carried out thorough risk assessments ahead of fitness activities, prioritising participant safety.
- Built positive relationships with clients to encourage continued attendance.
Voluntary Elderly Support
Prince George Duke of Kent Court
Chislehurst, Bromley
2013.09 - 2015.07
Education
Understanding ADHD: Current Research and Practice
King's Collage London-Future Learn
Core Skills level 2 -
Common Core Skills and Knowledge Level 2
2024-06
Diploma - Mental Health Wellbeing Through Art Making
University of The Art London
Central St Martins2022
Foundation for MA Art - Psychotherapy
Goldsmiths, University of London
London2021
Diploma - Child Psychology Level
Oxford Home Study
London2020
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design Communication
University of the Arts London
Chelsea Collage of Art2019
Foundation Diploma in Arts - Art & Design
University of The Arts London
Camberwell Collage of Art2016
A-Levels - A-Level
Farringtons School
Chislehurst2015
GCSEs - GCSE
Farringtons School
Chislehurst2013
Skills
- Hard Working, Proactive and ability to take initiative
- Collaboration, Communication, Empathy
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Inclusive learning practices and Special education policy knowledge Speech and Language Impairment Support
- Creativity promotion
- Autism and Speech Impairment, Dyslexia expertise
- Challenging behaviour management, Strategies and intervention techniques
- First aid in Workplace, First Aid
- Eye for Detail
- Planning
- Teaching
- Customer Engagement
- Mental Health
- Progress Reporting
- Lesson Planning
- Able to adapt subjects inorder the individual to thrive and grow
Timeline
Club Manager and Art Teacher
Art-K
2024.05 - Current
Art and Visual Media Teaching Assistant
Thomas Tallis School
2023.06 - Current
Supporting KeyWorker Kids Throughout COVID-19
Blackheath High School
2020.03 - 2020.05
Assistant Teacher in Special Educational Needs
Thomas Tallis School Academic
2019.10 - 2022.06
Sales Assistant, Customer Relations
Co-op Food
2017.01 - 2017.10
Creative Activity Sessions Lead & Floor Assistant
Headway SELINNWK. Brain Trauma Charity
2016.03 - 2016.10
One-to-One Support for Child in Pre-reception
Farringtons School
2014.06 - 2014.07
Voluntary Elderly Support
Prince George Duke of Kent Court
2013.09 - 2015.07
Taekwondo Instructor
CTF Taekwondo
2013.08 - 2020.03
Art & Design Room Assistant
Farringtons School
2013.01 - 2015.01
Teaching Assistant for Nursery to Year Two
Blackheath High School
2013.01 - 2014.01
Assistant Leader
Mottingham Youth Club
2010.01 - 2016.01
Understanding ADHD: Current Research and Practice
King's Collage London-Future Learn
Core Skills level 2 -
Common Core Skills and Knowledge Level 2
Diploma - Mental Health Wellbeing Through Art Making
University of The Art London
Foundation for MA Art - Psychotherapy
Goldsmiths, University of London
Diploma - Child Psychology Level
Oxford Home Study
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design Communication
University of the Arts London
Foundation Diploma in Arts - Art & Design
University of The Arts London
A-Levels - A-Level
Farringtons School
GCSEs - GCSE
Farringtons School