Emma Szczotka
Southampton,Hampshire
Summary
Dedicated Unqualified SEND Teacher with strengths in fostering inclusive learning environments. Establishes trusting relationships with students and parents, enhancing emotional and educational support. Implements diverse teaching methods to facilitate student development and engagement. Motivated professional passionate about supporting student growth and well-being. Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills through effective communication and relationship-building. Eager to contribute to educational success and foster a positive, inclusive classroom culture. Experienced in creating engaging lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles. Demonstrated success in fostering positive and inclusive classroom environment. Committed to supporting student growth and development through innovative teaching methods. Productive employee with proven track record of successful project management and producing quality outcomes through leadership and team motivation. Works with clients to determine requirements and provide excellent service.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Unqualified SEND Teacher
Great Oaks School
Southampton, Hampshire
02.2024 - Current
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Used effective teaching methods to assist with student development, including collaborative learning, positive reinforcement, modelling and explicit instruction.
- Maintained trusting student relationships by providing both educational and emotional support to students.
- Observed and assessed student performance to identify areas requiring improvement.
- Planned and implemented lessons utilising variety of teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Facilitated collaboration with parents, carers, and guardians during meetings to enhance student progress and address concerns.
- Collaborated with parents, social workers, and external agencies during annual review meetings to ensure comprehensive monitoring of student progress and target setting.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding improvements and recognising achievements to boost confidence.
Activities Leader
RoseRoad
Southampton, Hampshire
03.2018 - 06.2025
- Coordinated student activities to enhance participation and foster a supportive environment.
- Supervised children continuously to ensure adherence to child protection procedures.
- Facilitated inclusive activities that ensured accessibility for individuals with diverse abilities and needs.
- Coordinated with team members to ensure seamless execution of scheduled events and activities.
- Documented comprehensive records of participant attendance feedback and incident reports to ensure accurate tracking and analysis.
- Stayed up-to-date on first aid best practices to react quickly during emergencies.
Higher Level SEND Teaching Assistant
Great Oaks School
Southampton, Hampshire
09.2022 - 02.2024
- Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
- Collaborated with teacher to devise and execute challenging, stimulating lessons aligning with school's philosophy and mission.
- Established positive relationships with students, leading by example and responding appropriately to classroom needs.
- Assisted in the creation and maintenance of a safe classroom environment, minimising risks and hazards.
- Offered emotional support and guidance to pupils, fostering resilience and well-being.
- Coordinated with teachers to identify pupils' areas of difficulty, facilitating targeted interventions.
Teaching Assistant in Special Educational Needs
Great Oaks School
Southampton, Hampshire
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Ensured maintenance of student safety within and outside classrooms by implementing school safeguarding policies.
- Facilitated one-to-one support for pupils to enhance learning outcomes and boost academic performance.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students by exemplifying desired behaviours and responding effectively to classroom dynamics.
- Organised classrooms before lessons and cleared afterwards to ensure a conducive learning environment.
- Facilitated emotional support and guidance for pupils to enhance resilience and promote overall well-being.
- Facilitated mastery of learning concepts through tailored one-on-one and small group tutoring sessions.
- Facilitated pupil participation and interaction to foster a supportive classroom community.
- Managed classroom materials and resources to ensure availability and readiness for lessons.
- Supervised and supported SEN pupils to complete in-class activities.
Teaching Assistant in Special Educational Needs
Springwell School
Southampton, Hampshire
11.2016 - 08.2020
- Assisted in the development of social skills through structured group activities and peer interactions.
- Supervised children during activities and play, helping maintain safety and proactively address behavioural problems.
- Provided hands-on support during school outings, ensuring safety and inclusion of SEN students.
- Organised classroom spaces and materials to help teacher prepare for lessons.
- Implemented behaviour management techniques to create a safe and productive learning environment.
- Quickly built strong, long-lasting relationships with students to obtain extensive knowledge on individual needs and struggles.
Teaching Assistant in Special Educational Needs
Forest Park
Southampton, Hampshire
06.2014 - 11.2016
Teaching Assistant in Secondary Schools
Regents Park
Southampton, Hampshire
09.2012 - 05.2014
- Developed positive relationships with all students using a student-centred approach to practice.
- Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
- Established positive relationships with students, leading by example and responding appropriately to classroom needs.
- Maintained student safety inside and outside classrooms in line with school safeguarding policies.
- Supervised and supported SEN pupils to complete in-class activities.
Teaching Assistant in Special Educational Needs
Hope Lodge School
Southampton, Hampshire
09.2008 - 08.2012
Residential Disability Support Worker
Hampshire Autistic Society
Southampton, Hampshire
01.2005 - 02.2006
- Built trusting relationships by demonstrating deep understanding of requirements and providing attentive support.
- Provided emotional support and companionship, fostering a trusting and supportive relationship with clients.
- Assisted individuals with disabilities in completing daily living tasks, promoting independence and dignity.
- De-escalated violent, aggressive and threatening behaviour.
- Assisted in personal care tasks, such as bathing and dressing, respecting clients' privacy and preferences.
- Followed individualised care plans to support client needs and record adjustments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Health and Social Care
The Open University
Southampton01-2022
GCSEs - GCSE
St Annes Convent School
Southampton 01-2000
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Student assessment
- Classroom management
- Collaborative learning
- Behaviour management
- Emotional support
- Student engagement
- Inclusive education
- Parent communication
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Positive reinforcement
- Adaptable teaching
- Class management
- Fast learner
Certification
- Autism Awareness training
- Safeguarding training
- Prevent training
- Health and Safety for Staff
- Manual Handling
- Secure care training
- Online safety for Teaching staff
- Data protection and GDPR training
- Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberties Awareness
- Equality and Diversity training
- Behaviour as a form of Communication training
- PECs training
- First Aid training
- Phonics training
References
- Geraldine Lindsay, Head teacher, Great Oaks School, Geraldinelindsay@greatoaks.school
- Claire Headington, Activities Manager, RoseRoad, ClaireHeadington@roseroad.org.uk
Timeline
Unqualified SEND Teacher
Great Oaks School
02.2024 - Current
Higher Level SEND Teaching Assistant
Great Oaks School
09.2022 - 02.2024
Teaching Assistant in Special Educational Needs
Great Oaks School
09.2020 - 09.2022
Activities Leader
RoseRoad
03.2018 - 06.2025
Teaching Assistant in Special Educational Needs
Springwell School
11.2016 - 08.2020
Teaching Assistant in Special Educational Needs
Forest Park
06.2014 - 11.2016
Teaching Assistant in Secondary Schools
Regents Park
09.2012 - 05.2014
Teaching Assistant in Special Educational Needs
Hope Lodge School
09.2008 - 08.2012
Residential Disability Support Worker
Hampshire Autistic Society
01.2005 - 02.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Health and Social Care
The Open University
GCSEs - GCSE
St Annes Convent School