Dedicated and skilled educator with extensive experience in literacy and numeracy promotion, group work facilitation, and special needs support. Proficient in lesson preparation, classroom management, and lesson plan development, ensuring high levels of student engagement and progress monitoring. Adept at managing challenging behaviour through clear communication and positive reinforcement. Expertise in mentoring students, delivering interventions, and providing one-to-one and small group instruction. Committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment with a focus on experiential learning and creative activity planning. Career goal: to continue enhancing educational outcomes for all students through innovative teaching strategies and dedicated support.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
32
32
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Teaching assistant
Percy Shurmer Academy
Birmingham, West Midlands
10.2023 - 07.2024
Provided additional support to students with special educational needs, ensuring inclusivity.
Provided feedback on pupil's work, identifying areas for improvement.
Facilitated active learning environments with engaging teaching aids and resources.
Supported classroom teacher with behaviour management, promoting a positive learning environment.
Prepared classroom materials to facilitate efficient lessons.
Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips providing safe, supportive environment.
Assisted in lesson planning for effective curriculum delivery.
Led small group sessions for enhanced focus on challenging topics.
Assisted children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
Offered one-on-one guidance to struggling students for improved academic performance.
Developed and nurtured excellent relationships with students and staff, enhancing positive learning environments.
Maintained sensitivity towards students with additional needs, continually improving their development and confidence.
Helped teachers with lesson plan development, class preparation and student mentoring, improving overall department attainment.
Early years assistant
St Paul's Nursery and Children Centre
Birmingham, West Midlands
10.2022 - 07.2023
Encouraged children's creativity by providing various art and craft materials for their use.
Collaborated effectively with other staff members to ensure smooth operation of the facility.
Promoted positive behaviour by establishing clear expectations and routines.
Supported each child's emotional and social development, building confidence.
Provided support to children during transition periods, easing anxiety.
Assisted in the planning and implementation of daily activities, promoting engagement.
Supported teacher-led group activities fostering team work amongst children.
Observed children closely for any signs of emotional or developmental problems, implementing early intervention strategies when necessary.
Assisted with outdoor playtime supervision ensuring safety of all children.
Prepared materials for activities designed to stimulate sensory perception and motor skills development in infants.
Ensured child safety at all times whilst participating in activities both inside and outside of the school setting.
Contributed towards maintaining cleanliness and hygiene within the classroom environment.
Facilitated learning by creating engaging educational resources for children.
Helped facilitate nap time procedures ensuring a calm atmosphere conducive to rest.
Developed constructive relationships with children and interacted according to individual needs.
Prepared and tidied playrooms, meal areas and outdoor areas, ensuring clean, safe environments.
Promoted and followed school guidelines to support children in managing own feelings and behaviours.
Supported teachers in assessing individual needs of children.
Maintained child safety, security and good behaviour during classroom and outdoor activities.
Observed children during social interactions and encouraged positive choices for minimising and resolving conflicts.
Education
GCSEs - English Language
Bordesley Green Girls School & Sixth Form
Birmingham
09.2017 - 06.2022
GCSEs - English Literature
Bordesley Green Girls' School and Sixth Form
Birmingham
09.2017 - 06.2022
GCSEs - Mathematics
Bordesley Green Girls' School and Sixth Form
Birmingham
09.2017 - 06.2022
GCSEs - Combined Science
Bordesley Green Girls' School & Sixth Form
Birmingham
09.2017 - 06.2022
GCSEs - Art and Design - Fine Art
Bordesley Green Girls' School & Sixth Form
Birmingham
09.2017 - 06.2022
GCSEs - Health and Social Care
Bordesley Green Girls' School & Sixth Form
Birmingham
09.2020 - 06.2022
GCSEs - Religious Studies
Bordesley Green Girls' School & Sixth Form
Birmingham
09.2017 - 06.2022
Pearson BTEC Level 3 - Childcare - Children's Play Learning and Development
Bordesley Green Girls' School & Sixth Form
Birmingham
09.2022 - 06.2024
Skills
Literacy and numeracy promotion
Group work facilitation
Special needs support
Lesson preparation
Classroom management
Lesson plan development
Student engagement
Marking assignments
Classroom support
Class administration
Progress monitoring
Challenging behaviour management
Clear communication
Student progress reports and record keeping
Mentoring students
One-to-one and small group instruction
Student supervision
Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) assistance
Experiential learning
Positive reinforcement
Intervention delivery
Creative thinking
Activity planning
Languages
English
Intermediate
urdu
Elementary
BSL _ British Sign Language
Intermediate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teaching assistant
Percy Shurmer Academy
10.2023 - 07.2024
Early years assistant
St Paul's Nursery and Children Centre
10.2022 - 07.2023
Pearson BTEC Level 3 - Childcare - Children's Play Learning and Development
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