Hi, I’m
Emma Clark
Ipswich,Suffolk
Summary
Enthusiastic Lead Teacher versed in improving teaching strategies and student understanding of material. Eager to help struggling students excel. Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Diligent educator offers proven history of successful classroom management and student support. Encourages exploration of new concepts to boost engagement and curiosity. Follows established curriculum to support SEN learning objectives.
Overview
9
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Raedwald TrustIpswich, Suffolk
Lead Teacher
06.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Performed assessments on each child and documented results.
- Updated files for individual children and teachers for record-keeping.
- Evaluated facility environment, removed concerns and optimised for children's safety.
- Created partnerships with parents and carers to support and improve students personal development.
- Worked with head teacher to deliver appropriate programmes of professional development for staff.
- Supported head teacher in revising and implementing upgraded School Development Plans.
- Deputised in head teacher's absence to lead high-achieving teaching staff.
- Promoted and safeguarded welfare of children and young people within school compound.
St Teresa's Catholic Primary SchoolColchester, Essex
Teacher in a Primary School
09.2016 - 06.2022
Job overview
- Led parent meetings to discuss student attendance, attainment and behaviour.
- Integrated creative learning strategies, such as games and team-building exercises, resulting in increased classroom engagement.
- Established strong, supportive relationships with families, encouraging parental involvement to boost children's achievement.
- Marked and provided constructive feedback on homework tasks and class projects.
- Supervised and mentored teaching assistants to build confidence and cultivate effective classroom environments.
- Utilised visual aids and classroom displays to support engaging lesson delivery and enhance student understanding.
- Prepared and delivered creative curriculum for children aged [Number]-[Number] in subjects including maths and English.
- Encouraged personal development by motivating students to use mental and social capabilities.
- Prepared and presented informative reports to parents.
- Identified SEN and gifted students to provide access to extra resources and services.
- Organised and took part in school events, outings and activities happening during weekends and evenings.
- Planned and presented lessons catering to varying needs and abilities.
- Evaluated own teaching critically to identify weak areas and make improvements.
Bigland Green SchoolLondon, Tower Hamlets
Teacher in a Primary School
09.2014 - 08.2016
Job overview
- Evaluated own teaching critically to identify weak areas and make improvements.
- Planned and presented lessons catering to varying needs and abilities.
- Identified SEN and gifted students to provide access to extra resources and services.
- Utilised visual aids and classroom displays to support engaging lesson delivery and enhance student understanding.
- Marked and provided constructive feedback on homework tasks and class projects.
- Established strong, supportive relationships with families, encouraging parental involvement to boost children's achievement.
Education
University of CumbriaLondon
PGCE from Primary Education
09.2013 - 07.2014
University of East LondonLondon
Bachelor of Arts from Psychosocial Studies
09.2010 - 06.2013
Tower Hamlets CollegeLondon
Access Diploma from Social Work
09.2009 - 06.2010
Skills
- Department leadership
- School leadership
- Managerial abilities
- Inclusive education strategies
- Adaptive learning
- Parental engagement and involvement
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Raedwald Trust
06.2022 - Current
Teacher in a Primary School
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
09.2016 - 06.2022
Teacher in a Primary School
Bigland Green School
09.2014 - 08.2016
University of Cumbria
PGCE from Primary Education
09.2013 - 07.2014
University of East London
Bachelor of Arts from Psychosocial Studies
09.2010 - 06.2013
Tower Hamlets College
Access Diploma from Social Work
09.2009 - 06.2010
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