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Emma Perkins

Royston,Hertfordshire

Summary

I am a dedicated and skilled educator with extensive experience in implementing diverse and active learning practices. Throughout my career I have enjoyed delivering creative lessons within Primary and Secondary school settings, whilst meeting with the requirements of the National curriculum. I have a professional interest in education through all Key Stages and seek to continue my professional development constantly.

I am skilled in classroom management with a strong understanding of child protection and safeguarding policies. I have experience in meeting diverse student needs, including students with SEND and I am proficient in implementing continuous and enhanced provision to support learning and progress.

I am adept at using ClassDojo for positive reinforcement techniques and for fostering student-centred learning environments.

I have a strong background in assessment for learning, summative assessment, and curriculum development.

I am committed to building strong student rapport and effectively working with parents to enhance every child's educational outcomes.

I am a dedicated educator focused on advancing innovative teaching strategies that inspire and motivate students while prioritizing every childs safety and well-being needs.

Overview

14
14
years of post-secondary education
25
25
years of professional experience

Work history

Class teacher

Meldreth Primary School
Royston, Hertfordshire
09.2024 - 12.2026
  • Implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in the learning process.
  • Enhanced literacy skills through interactive reading and writing activities tailored to diverse learning needs.
  • Strengthened mathematics proficiency through structured manipulative-based practice and guided problem-solving.
  • Delivered subject lesson planning that met diverse learning needs consistently.
  • Adapted teaching methods for diverse student needs and abilities.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Supported all learners by facilitating inclusive classroom activities that ensured equal opportunities for participation.
  • Aligned instructional planning with national curriculum expectations through systematic tracking and evaluation.
  • Organised termly assessments to evaluate students' understanding of core topics taught and assess progress.
  • Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
  • Encouraged a love of learning in students of varying abilities, enhancing positive educational experiences.
  • Created lesson plans and scheduled each day to promote maximum student learning and enrichment.
  • Coordinated with special education professionals for developing individualised education plans.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding students' progress and behaviour issues.
  • Collaborated closely with colleagues to plan school events and projects.
  • Participated actively in staff development training programmes and workshops.
  • Operated within safeguarding policy requirements, maintaining safeguarding practice and compliance standards.
  • Prepared detailed reports on each pupil's performance at end of term meetings.

Teaching Assistant

Barrington CofE Primary School
Royston, Hertfordshire
01.2024 - 09.2024

Office Manager

JR Technology
Royston, Hertfordshire
03.2012 - 01.2024

Class Teacher

Petersfield Primary School
Cambridgeshire, Cambridgeshire
09.2011 - 02.2012

School Sports Co-ordinator

Newmarket College
Newmarket, Newmarket
09.2008 - 08.2011

School Sports Co-ordinator

Shepway School Sports Partnership
Folkestone, Kent
09.2007 - 08.2008

Secondary School PE Teacher

St. Anselms Catholic School
Canterbury, Kent
01.2006 - 08.2007

School Sports Co-ordinator

St. Anselms Catholic School
Canterbury, Kent
01.2006 - 08.2006

Class Teacher

Park Farm Primary School
Folkestone, Kent
09.2001 - 01.2006

Education

Level 1 Certificate -

Amateur Swimming Association
Canterbury, Kent
01.2006 - 01.2006

Diploma - Fitness and Nutrition

International Correspondence School
Remote Course
01.2003 - 01.2004

PGCE - Primary 7-11

Canterbury Christ Church College
Canterbury, Kent
09.2000 - 08.2001

BSC (Hons) - Business and Tourism

Canterbury Christ Church University
Canterbury
09.1996 - 08.1999

A-Levels - English Literature

St. Anselms Catholic School
Canterbury, Kent
09.1994 - 07.1996

A-Levels - Business Studies

St. Anselms Catholic School
Canterbury, Kent
09.1994 - 07.1996

A-Levels - General Studies

St. Anselms Cathlocic School
Canterbury, Kent
09.1994 - 07.1996

GCSEs - 9 GCSE Levels

St. Anselms Catholic School
Canterbury, Kent
09.1990 - 07.1994

Skills

  • Lesson planning
  • National curriculum implementation
  • Curriculum Development
  • Implementing active learning practices
  • Assessment for learning
  • Summative assessment
  • Classroom management
  • Child protection and safeguarding
  • Child protection
  • Positive reinforcement techniques
  • Student-centred learning
  • Motivational teaching
  • Creative planning
  • ClassDojo management
  • Parent collaboration
  • Student rapport
  • Effective listening

Timeline

Class teacher

Meldreth Primary School
09.2024 - 12.2026

Teaching Assistant

Barrington CofE Primary School
01.2024 - 09.2024

Office Manager

JR Technology
03.2012 - 01.2024

Class Teacher

Petersfield Primary School
09.2011 - 02.2012

School Sports Co-ordinator

Newmarket College
09.2008 - 08.2011

School Sports Co-ordinator

Shepway School Sports Partnership
09.2007 - 08.2008

Secondary School PE Teacher

St. Anselms Catholic School
01.2006 - 08.2007

School Sports Co-ordinator

St. Anselms Catholic School
01.2006 - 08.2006

Level 1 Certificate -

Amateur Swimming Association
01.2006 - 01.2006

Diploma - Fitness and Nutrition

International Correspondence School
01.2003 - 01.2004

Class Teacher

Park Farm Primary School
09.2001 - 01.2006

PGCE - Primary 7-11

Canterbury Christ Church College
09.2000 - 08.2001

BSC (Hons) - Business and Tourism

Canterbury Christ Church University
09.1996 - 08.1999

A-Levels - English Literature

St. Anselms Catholic School
09.1994 - 07.1996

A-Levels - Business Studies

St. Anselms Catholic School
09.1994 - 07.1996

A-Levels - General Studies

St. Anselms Cathlocic School
09.1994 - 07.1996

GCSEs - 9 GCSE Levels

St. Anselms Catholic School
09.1990 - 07.1994
Emma Perkins